As the world marks World Environment Day 2026, Chevron Nigeria and Mid-Africa (NMA) has reaffirmed its commitment to environmental stewardship and climate action, emphasizing the need for collective efforts to tackle the growing impact of climate change on communities and ecosystems.
The company noted that this year’s global observance, themed “A Global Call for Climate Action,” highlights the urgency of addressing climate-related challenges that continue to affect livelihoods, economies and natural systems worldwide.
According to Chevron, climate change is increasingly evident through rising temperatures, flooding, heatwaves and water stress, reinforcing the importance of environmental protection as a critical pillar of sustainable development.
In a statement issued on Thursday by its spokesperson, S. P. Akinbola, Chevron said it remains committed to protecting the environment while providing affordable, reliable and increasingly cleaner energy to support human progress.
The Chairman and Managing Director of Chevron Nigeria and Mid-Africa, Jim Swartz, said the theme of this year’s World Environment Day aligns with the company’s environmental principles, which include integrating environmental considerations into decision-making, reducing carbon intensity, operating responsibly and ensuring proper site stewardship.
“Guided by our commitment to environmental protection and our awareness of the challenges posed by climate change, we continue to integrate responsible business practices throughout the lifecycle of our assets, from design and development to operations and retirement,” Swartz said.
He explained that Chevron’s climate strategy is driven by key operational priorities, including reducing carbon intensity through improved efficiency and disciplined energy use, cutting routine gas flaring while advancing gas development initiatives, and managing methane emissions through leak detection, repair programmes and vent-gas capture measures.
Swartz added that the company also supports robust emissions measurement and reporting systems to promote transparency, accountability and compliance with regulatory requirements.
