Each of ConocoPhillips’ businesses is responsible for integrating sustainability issues into day-to-day operations, project development and decision-making. They are held accountable through an annual goal-setting process, and report progress to the appropriate committees of the board of directors. Members of senior management have final responsibility for developing corporate strategy, reporting company performance, and assisting the businesses with implementation of sustainability-related issues.

The company’s public policy committee oversees our positions on public policy issues and on matters that may impact the company’s reputation as a responsible corporate citizen. The committee makes recommendations to the board, and monitors compliance with the company’s programs and practices regarding health, safety and environmental protection, including climate change and water management; business operations in sensitive countries; government relations and political contributions; corporate philanthropy; and corporate advertising. It also approves the budget for political and charitable contributions, and monitors compliance with these plans. The committee, currently comprised of four independent directors, convenes at least quarterly and is regularly updated on relevant sustainable development issues.