Occupational health and safety and environmental protection
Occupational and environmental safety is an integral part of all BAT's business processes
An Integrated Management System (IMS) has been introduced at the enterprises of BAT Uzbekistan, which ensures compliance of all business processes of the company with international requirements in such areas as environmental impact and biodiversity conservation, labor safety and social responsibility.
BAT Group implements new technologies to improve environmental and industrial safety
Workplace Safety Improvement Programs:
- Workplace risk assessment;
- Increasing the safety of the working environment;
- Regular special assessment of labor conditions;
- Fostering a safety culture among the company's employees and contractors;
- Support for initiatives in the field of occupational safety and health;
- Programs to minimize injuries at work and company vehicles
Programs to reduce the negative impact on the environment:
“BAT Uzbekistan” actively introduces new technologies to improve environmental and industrial safety:
- Improving energy efficiency and reducing carbon dioxide emissions;
- Utilization of renewable energy sources (455 kW of solar energy installed);
- Reducing production waste and increasing recycling of recyclable waste;
- Reduction of harmful emissions into the atmosphere and water bodies;
- Afforestation of territories and development of parks.
- Introduction of modern drip irrigation technologies in tobacco and other crops cultivation;
- Rational water use (now BAT Uzbekistan is on the way to implement the AWS standard (Alliance for Water Stewardship) - the company has committed itself to water resources management, as well as allocation of necessary resources for implementation of the standard)
Commitment to Sustainability and ESG Principles
UZBAT is making significant strides in sustainable development, evidenced by several key achievements. In 2024, the company obtained IREC certification, confirming that all purchased electricity is sourced from renewable energy, resulting in zero CO2 emissions from electricity consumption. This initiative, launched over a year ago in collaboration with the Ministry of Energy and UzbekGidroEnergo, demonstrates UZBAT's commitment to reducing its carbon footprint.
Additionally, UZBAT is proud of its Zero Waste to Landfill status. Since 2022, the Samarkand factory has eliminated landfill waste by processing materials through pyrolysis, a method that minimizes CO2 emissions and creates eco-friendly fuel for greenhouses. In 2023, the Urgut plant achieved this status, followed by the Tashkent office in 2024. Now, UZBAT operates with a full Zero Waste to Landfill commitment.
Since 2022, the company has also implemented the international Alliance for Water Stewardship standard, ensuring responsible water resource management. This certification requires UZBAT to meet specific commitments, which are annually verified through inspection audits.
Through these initiatives, UZBAT demonstrates a strong commitment to sustainable development, contributing to environmental conservation and the responsible use of natural resources.
Occupational Health and Safety Policy
Responsible water use obligation of Samarkand branch
Responsible Water Use Obligation of Urgut Branch
Message to the stakeholders of SMF 2024
Message to the stakeholders of UFP 2024
Message to the stakeholders of SMF UZ 2022
Message to the stakeholders of UFP UZ 2022
Message to the stakeholders of SMF RU 2022