Water management Percentage of fresh water withdrawn Water is an essential global resource and we have a responsibility to use it efficiently, to safeguard it for future generations. Fresh water is a scarce and valuable resource within the UAE, and we are committed to limiting freshwater consumption to below 0.5% of our water use. We monitor the volume of water used across our value chain, with a focus on the efficient management and conservation of water resources. This includes maximizing wastewater reuse and minimizing the impact of water withdrawals and discharges through operating online monitoring systems. To optimize water usage and minimize the impact on our regional water supplies, ADNOC is developing a comprehensive water conservation strategy. We assess our water-related impacts through environmental impact assessments which inform our water conservation strategy and the design of water use-related innovations and technologies. 94% of the water used in our operations is from seawater. This is mainly used for cooling purposes, firefighting systems, irrigation, hydrocarbon processing and reservoir management. 4% of our water use is from ground water ranging from brackish to hyper-saline. Our fresh water is withdrawn from municipal fresh water sources, which we receive from third-party distribution companies managed by UAE government authorities. We operate a comprehensive wastewater effluents management program to protect the natural environment and public health, which is aligned with the relevant environmental regulations. We use sewage effluents for irrigation, and recycle effluent for use in our processes. Water that cannot be recycled or reused is reinjected in wells and reservoirs to ensure safe and effective disposal. Our process effluents are treated in compliance with local regulatory requirements before they are returned to the natural environment. 2021 2022 2023 % Fresh water withdrawn (municipal) 0.26% 0.29% 0.31% 53 Energy for Life