#Environment
Environmental management and sustainable development during industrial transformation. Building functioning environmental impact systems at high-hazard enterprises. Integrating ecological departments into the ESG strategy.
ECOSPACE (Waste Management Schemes)
The article examines a practical tool for improving the environmental culture of personnel using the example of the Novovoronezh NPP — 'Waste Management Schemes'. This algorithm helps blue-collar workers, office staff, and contractor organizations to clearly understand what types of waste are generated at workplaces and how to properly separate them. Many years of practice show that such an approach facilitates waste sorting by type and increases worker responsibility.
ECO-SPACE (Staff Training, Environmental Competence)
The article is dedicated to a systematic approach to personnel training and the development of employees' environmental competence in accordance with the GOST R ISO 14004-2017 and GOST R ISO 14001-2016 standards. The material examines the main types of personnel training, as well as the organization's obligations to ensure and document the qualifications of workers who affect environmental performance. The publication reveals the essence of environmental competence as a specialist's awareness of...
ECO-SPACE (Sustainable Development, Environmental Education, and Environmental Safety)
The article examines the relationship between sustainable development, environmental safety, and the need for the greening of the education system. The author points out the shortcomings of traditional educational programs and emphasizes the special role of training enterprise managers whose activities are associated with environmental risks. The publication explains the procedure, frequency, and main sections of advanced training for specialists to prevent environmental threats and prevent fina...
Most of us drink water extracted from the Earth's interior. But what exactly is groundwater, and how is it used?
The article explains the concept and classification of groundwater, its role in drinking water supply, energy, and balneology, as well as provides data on the resource potential of groundwater in Russia. The material examines in detail the legal norms of subsoil use, including cases where a license is not required for citizens and gardening associations. In addition, the rules for the protection of groundwater bodies and the grounds for termination of the right to subsoil use are outlined.
State Environmental Supervision: Typical Sampling Violations During Inspections
The article is dedicated to protecting the interests of the enterprise during inspections by state environmental supervision bodies. The material examines key principles of preparing for an inspection and provides typical procedural violations during sampling by inspectors and laboratories. The author explains how to document inspectors' errors in documents to minimize risks and prevent unjustified administrative liability.
The problem of monitoring wastewater composition and property standards. Control methods considering the specifics of legislative changes in water supply and sanitation
Implementation of a comprehensive internal control system for wastewater composition at an industrial enterprise. The practice includes parallel sampling, merging environmental functions into a single service, and phased discharge of concentrated effluents to reduce reagent costs and minimize fines for exceeding standards.
Evaporation Ponds and State Environmental Expert Review
The article examines the legal and environmental aspects of using evaporation ponds to solve the problem of brine imbalance in potash fertilizer production. The material analyzes the criteria for classifying such facilities as Category III or II in terms of negative environmental impact, and substantiates why their design documentation is not subject to state environmental review under Federal Law No. 174. The author provides regulatory arguments for the absence of an inseverable technological c...
ECOSPACE (Waste Accumulation)
The article clarifies the requirements of environmental legislation and sanitary rules of the Russian Federation for organizing the temporary accumulation of production and consumption waste at enterprises. The material examines the specifics of handling waste of hazard classes I–V, including permissible storage locations and conditions depending on their state of matter, as well as the removal procedure. The publication will help managers, chief engineers, and environmental specialists comply w...
Let's Save Nature Together!
The article is dedicated to the importance of developing environmental consciousness among the population and fostering a responsible attitude toward the environment in regions where industrial enterprises operate. The author examines the experience of the Novovoronezh NPP in conducting joint eco-social projects for children and veterans, unifying different generations. Using specific examples of educational campaigns, play-based activities, and an environmental play, it is shown how accessible...
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ESG 2.0 Discussion
Integrating HSE into the company's ESG agenda through various management models (centralized and functional). Transferring routine HSE processes (travel management, contractor pre-qualification, incident analytics) to a corporate shared service center (SSC) following strict algorithmization.
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Management
A comprehensive greenhouse gas emissions management system, including KPI setting, digitalization of accounting (dashboards, CEMIS system), regular equipment inspections for methane leaks, and assessment of promising forest climate and energy projects. The practice covers both operational improvements (reducing pump energy consumption) and strategic planning (WPP assessment, CO2 capture).
Building a Safety Culture and Sustainable Development at Russian Railways (JSC RZD)
Integration of sustainable development (ESG) principles into the strategy of a major transport company. Implementation of environmental initiatives, including climate projects, green supply chains, and the circular economy, as well as employee engagement in HSE issues using the example of developing women's workwear.