ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITY
Boart Longyear integrates environmental sustainability and continuous improvement into operations, with a focus on responsible resource use, emissions, waste, and the footprint of drilling activity.
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT & CONTROLS
Environmental responsibility is built into how work is planned, controlled and improved
Boart Longyear’s environmental approach is anchored in its EHS policy and supported by site-specific planning, training, risk assessment, operational controls, reporting and continuous improvement.
EHS policy & expectations
The EHS policy establishes environmental expectations and responsibilities across Boart Longyear operations.
Site-specific planning & controls
Environmental plans and controls are aligned to local requirements, project conditions and the work being performed.
Training & risk assessment
Training and job-specific preparation help employees recognize environmental issues, assess risk and apply appropriate controls.
Reporting & continuous improvement
Field reporting and performance information help identify concerns, strengthen controls and improve environmental practices over time.
ENVIRONMENTAL FOCUS AREAS
Reducing impact across facilities and field operations
Boart Longyear focuses on energy and water conservation, lower emissions, responsible waste and materials management, and reducing the footprint of drilling activity.
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Energy & Water Conservation
Tracking resource use and identifying practical opportunities to improve efficiency at facilities and active sites.
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Emissions & Equipment Efficiency
Modernizing equipment and operating practices to reduce fuel use and emissions where practical.
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Waste & Materials Management
Managing waste and materials to minimize environmental impact and support compliant operations.
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Greenfield Footprint
Planning access and drilling activity to reduce unnecessary disturbance in remote or environmentally sensitive areas.
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Air & Noise Impacts
Considering air quality, dust, emissions, and noise as part of operational planning and equipment selection.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITY IN PRACTICE
Field decisions shape environmental performance
Technology, equipment choices, site access, water management, and day-to-day operating practices can all influence the environmental footprint of drilling.
Fleet Modernization & Efficiency
Equipment modernization and more efficient technologies can help reduce fuel use, emissions, and resource consumption in the field.
Site Access & Footprint
Project planning can reduce unnecessary disturbance through appropriate access, compact or modular equipment, and site-specific operating approaches.
Water & Material Management
Water use, waste generation, and material handling are considered as part of responsible drilling execution and environmental controls.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES
Policies and reporting that support environmental responsibility
Boart Longyear reports on its ESG priorities, progress, and performance through sustainability reporting. Explore the latest report or review prior reports.
Sustainability Reports
Sustainability and ESG reports provide information on priorities, progress and environmental performance.
EHS Policy
Corporate policy outlining Boart Longyear’s Environmental, Health & Safety commitments and expectations.
Environmental Management Standard
This standard outlines the environmental management requirements and controls that guide Boart Longyear’s operations.
Critical Risks & Critical Controls
A visual reference to the critical risks and controls that support safe work across Boart Longyear operations.
PROJECT INQUIRIES
Discuss the right approach for your project
Connect with Boart Longyear to discuss project conditions, operating requirements and the drilling objective.