Stewardship and Sustainability
In our work to meet the world’s growing energy needs, we are committed to prioritizing the people, ecosystems, and communities we serve. That means being leaders in environmental, societal, and economic sustainability.
We deeply respect the sensitive, often pristine settings we enter, explore, and develop. We aim to conduct our endeavors responsibly and are committed to safety, providing solutions for cleaning the land, water purification, and implementing multiple infrastructure improvements within communities, while maintaining the integrity of natural resources, thereby enabling communities to prosper in an environmentally sustainable manner.
Our Strategy
SOI promotes a unified plan for utilizing Earth’s mineral resources, eco-sustainability, and business development, benefiting all people. Guiding our plan in every project and in each nation that we serve worldwide are the following underlying principles:
Reclaim (or recover) land that is contaminated, depleted, drought-stricken, or has lost biodiversity and restore it with regenerative practices that rebuild soil, increase water tables, and strengthen ecosystems.
Renew (or regenerate) the region’s environmental quality through ecologically sensitive development methods; renew community economies with improved infrastructure and telecommunications technologies; and renew opportunities through enhanced educational programs and facilities.
Release (to the indigenous people) revitalized communities whose people are self-sustaining, and whose economic growth in each targeted sector shows strong, steady, measurable improvement.
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Environmental Stewardship
Land and resource stewardship is foundational to SOI’s purpose. Boldness in caring for the land is vital to modern societies and thriving economies, which SOI works to advance globally. In addition to promoting clean-burning fuels such as LPG and LNG, SOI encourages the use of renewable energy, particularly solar energy. The use of solar energy can help address both air pollution and climate change. Our regenerative agriculture projects can support rich biodiversity, which in turn strengthens vital ecosystems. The land thus becomes more productive and more resilient in drought. These regenerative Agriculture practices we promote increase soil organic carbon, which improves soil fertility and water infiltration, while mitigating climate change.
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Carbon Sequestration
SOI's Regenerative Farms project addresses carbon sequestration through regenerative agriculture practices. These practices enhance soil health and biodiversity, thereby increasing the soil's ability to absorb and store carbon. Regenerative practices, including the planned management of grazing lands with ruminants, can sequester significant amounts of atmospheric carbon, potentially drawing down 250 million metric tons annually (in the U.S.) — equivalent to the annual emissions of 64 coal-fired power plants. Currently, regenerative agriculture is the ONLY method known to reduce existing atmospheric carbon.
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Climate Change
In our daily work and project endeavors worldwide, SOI strives to prioritize practices that promote or enhance biodiversity, soil health, and ecosystem services while lowering atmospheric carbon. These regenerative, sustainable practices combine to effectively mitigate the effects of climate change. Moreover, such practices stimulate prosperity for individuals, families, and communities.
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Community Impact
Conserving the community’s culture and ecosystems while enhancing its beauty and economic opportunities is SOI’s aim in every project we undertake. We consult with indigenous groups and community leaders to respect and preserve cultural sites and traditions. Our environmental mitigation strategies, including biodiversity conservation and sustainable resource management, help protect local ecosystems. Our projects create local job opportunities and support small businesses. We provide professional training and education for local residents to enhance their skills, thus fostering long-term economic growth and community resilience.
