Business practices principles


› Corporate Responsiblity

"We strive to demonstrate our responsibility through protecting and, wherever possible, enhancing the circumstance of our employees, the environment and the host communities who trust us to do our job safely, competently and efficiently."

› Community

"We are committed to providing local employment, supporting the local economy, acting as a responsible neighbour and employer and contributing towards the improvement of local health and education services."

› Competitive practices

"We will comply with applicable competition laws; we will not take part in unlawful cartels or restrictive trade practices."

› Confidentiality and accuracy

"We will comply with the terms of any confidentiality agreement under which information is provided; all information should be true and not misleading by omission."

› Environment

"We strive for excellence in environmental performance through legal compliance, environmental management systems, stakeholder engagement and the efficient use of natural resources."

› Health and safety

"We are committed to the best possible health & safety performance through management commitment, legislative compliance, certified management systems and continuing stakeholder engagement."

› Human Resources

"We believe in fairness and equal opportunities for all our employees or applicants, regardless of race, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, age or disability."

› Procurement

"Our procurement will be conducted so that any supplier that has the necessary abilities and is fully compliant with International Power’s ethical standards, has a fair opportunity to secure our business."

› Use of company resources

"Our personnel is given access to company resources in confidence and trust., for the advancement of our business"

› Whistle-blowing

"International Power plc encourages employees or others with serious concerns about any aspect of work to come forward and express those concerns on a confidential basis without fear of reprisal or victimisation."