Kosmos is a solid corporate citizen and caring neighbor that gives back to the communities and respects the environment in its areas of operation. The company is committed to the hiring and training of local residents and building indigenous energy-related organizations. Thus, Kosmos is helping countries develop their energy industries by creating durable legacies of oil and gas expertise. The company also is repatriating individuals who have returned to their homelands to further their careers and better the local economies, fostering self-sustaining social and business endeavors.
In addition, Kosmos reinvests in its operational areas, ultimately (1) helping to empower communities and local businesses in gainful initiatives, such as local content development, and (2) building and maintaining cooperative relationships with the communities, such as support for educational programs. Some recent initiatives include:
- Kosmos donated 22,000 books to schools in the Republic of Ghana’s Western Region as part of the company’s “Building Communities through Education” program. More than 1,400 people attended book donation presentations in Axim and Half Assini. Read more...
- A contribution to the Republic of Ghana’s Western Regional Education Fund. Established in 2005, the fund sponsors qualified students seeking financial aid who want to continue their education.
- A donation to the Otumfuo Education Fund, established in 2001 in the Republic of Ghana. The contribution will help provide resources for the improvement of education in Ghana.
- A contribution to the construction of an auto-disable (AD) syringe manufacturing facility at Ozuoba-Obio near the city of Port Harcourt in Rivers State, Federal Republic of Nigeria. The project is sponsored by the Pan African Health Foundation.
- A donation of equipment to the Republic of Ghana’s Navy to improve the Navy’s communications facilities, enhancing the safety and security of Ghanaian waters.
Kosmos conducts its oil and gas activities in a manner sensitive to the preservation of the environment. The company is dedicated to making a minimal impact – and footprint – on the surroundings in its areas of operation. Kosmos is a strong proponent of developing local and international markets for the natural gas associated with oil production.
The company carries out its business according to the highest international business standards.
