Conservation of the Arabian oryx The Arabian oryx, once on the verge of extinction, owes its survival to the visionary efforts of our Founding Father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, who arranged for the capture of two breeding pairs. Through the Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Arabian Oryx Release Program, managed by EAD, the UAE is home to Supporting nature-based solutions Nature-based solutions are integral to addressing environmental challenges, such as climate change, biodiversity loss and ecosystem degradation. ADNOC's tree-planting efforts exemplify this approach, aligning with both UAE and global initiatives such as the UAE Plant the Emirates program and the One Trillion Trees Initiative of the World Economic Forum. Our projects focus on planting mangroves, ghaf trees and date palms, each playing a crucial role in enhancing the environment and supporting sustainability goals. Ghaf and palm trees The ghaf tree is a resilient native species critical to the UAE’s desert ecosystem. It supports biodiversity, enriches soil quality and thrives in arid conditions. At Bu Hasa, ADNOC repurposed a former disposal site into an 8,000-square-meter forest featuring over 700 ghaf trees. The forest is sustained by drip irrigation using treated sewage effluent, supported by solar- powered lighting and a wind turbine to reduce resource use. The area is now attracting native birdlife and desert species, enhancing local biodiversity. The date palms are valued for their ability to provide shade and support biodiversity in desert environments. ADNOC has planted more than 6,000 date palms across several operational sites, including Zirku Island, as part of broader landscape and ecological enhancement efforts. Biodiversity monitoring is conducted across these areas to assess habitat conditions and species presence, helping to guide adaptive conservation actions where needed. Mangroves Mangroves play a critical role in strengthening coastal resilience, protecting biodiversity and capturing carbon. In support of the UAE’s national target to plant 100 million mangroves by 2030, ADNOC has committed to contribute 10 million mangroves as part of its broader Sustainability Strategy. Since 2023, ADNOC has planted over 2.8 million mangroves, including more than 300,000 in 2024 alone, using advanced drone technology developed in the UAE. As part of our long- term ecosystem restoration efforts, we also replenished areas planted in 2023 to support their continued growth and help us meet our targeted expansion numbers. These achievements were made possible through drone-based aerial seed dispersal, enabling the distribution of over 7 million mangrove seeds to date. In 2024, ADNOC joined the Abu Dhabi Mangrove Initiative, led by EAD, to accelerate mangrove restoration, align local actions, drive research and promote private sector and community participation. ADNOC was also recognized by the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) for its contribution to mangrove plantation efforts. ADNOC’s mangrove program integrates advanced monitoring tools, including machine learning and normalized difference vegetation index analysis, to track mangrove health and restoration success. Community engagement remains a core pillar of the initiative. In 2024, more than 700 ADNOC employees and 500 student volunteers participated in restoration events, with over 6,500 volunteer hours recorded across 17 sessions. To date, more than 26,000 youth and 990 employees have been engaged in awareness and planting activities. ADNOC Distribution extended this effort to the public by launching the Adopt a Mangrove feature on its mobile app. This allows customers to redeem loyalty points to plant mangroves and track their impact in real time via a blockchain-enabled monitoring system. This initiative makes ADNOC Distribution the first fuel retailer globally to offer customer-led mangrove adoption with transparent digital tracking, connecting everyday consumer action with national and global climate goals. the largest population of Arabian oryx in the world today, a conservation success which saw the species reclassified from endangered to vulnerable by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) in 2011. ADNOC actively supports the UAE's conservation efforts by contributing to the protection of the Arabian oryx at its sites in Qusahwira, Das Island and Zirku Island. Through the provision of medical aid, food and shelter, ADNOC collaborates with EAD to help monitor and sustain the Arabian oryx population, reinforcing the UAE’s commitment to the conservation of this iconic species. 93 ADNOC Sustainability Report 2024 ADVANCING NET ZERO KEEPING OUR PEOPLE SAFE EMPOWERING LIVES HOW WE OPERATE SUSTAINABILITY AT ADNOC ABOUT ADNOC PROTECTING NATURE AND BIODIVERSITY