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Since acquiring extensive 2D and 3D seismic data offshore Mauritania in 2013 Kosmos has focused on preparing to drill by doing the below ground technical work necessary to maximize the chance of exploration success as well as conducting above- ground activities such as stakeholder engagement so as to begin in the right way. MANAGING OUR FOOTPRINT Kosmos started drilling operations offshore Mauritania in November 2014 and plans to complete up to two wells in 2015. Prior to increasing our drilling-related activities Kosmos conducted a risk assessment that surveyed waste management emergency medical response for workplace safety oil spill response aviation safety and security. We also completed an Environmental Impact Assessment. During our assessments we learned that there are no disposal options available in Mauritania for certain waste streams expected to be generated during operations such as non-aqueous drilling fluid a synthetic-based mud that might contain cuttings mineral oils biodegradable esters or olefins. With no disposal services available in Mauritania we learned that there are several thousand tons of drilling waste created by other companies during previous drilling campaigns currently being stored in the Port of Nouakchott awaiting treatment or export to other countries for disposal. MAURITANIA Kosmos acquired its acreage position offshore Mauritania in 2012 when it signed three contracts with the Socit Mauritanienne Des Hydrocarbures et de Patrimoine Minier SMHPM covering the C8 C12 and C13 offshore blocks. The three blocks have a combined area of approximately 27000 square kilometers. We worked with Kosmos on their environmental and social impact assessments to facilitate a genuine dialogue with local people. Our involvement reassured local people that their voices were heard and helped Kosmos better understand their questions and concerns. Abdallahi Sene President of Biomacne Keur Macne Mauritania 18 COUNTRY SPOTLIGHT MAURITANIA