Eni Code of Ethics
Eni Code of Ethics
Eni Code of Ethics
MISSION
The United Nations 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, presented in September 2015, identifies
17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) that represent common objectives of sustainable development
in today's complex social challenges. These objectives constitute an important reference for the
international community and for Eni in conducting its activities within the Countries in which it operates.
The association of the contents of the Code of Ethics with the SDGs was carried out taking into consideration the document
"Business reporting on the SDGs - An Analysis of the Goals and Targets" (published by GRI and UN Global Compact).
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Approved by the Board of Directors
of Eni SpA on March 18, 2020
OUR COMMITMENT
E ni is committed to ensuring respect for internationally recognized Human Rights in its own activities
and those of its commercial partners, in line with the United Nations Guiding Principles on Business
and Human Rights (UNGP) and with the OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises.
Eni's commitment to comply with the International Human Rights Treaties and Standards is expressed
in the Eni’s Statement on respect for Human Rights and is integrated into other fundamental documents
of the company's internal regulatory system. Eni's approach to Human Rights is further confirmed in the
Global Framework Agreement on International Industrial Relations and on Corporate Social Responsibility
renewed in 2019 and in compliance with the Voluntary Principles on Security and Human Rights.
Eni is determined to positively contribute to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals
(SDGs), to support a low-carbon and socially fair energy transition, and is one of the signatories of the
Paris Pledge, supporting the objectives of the Paris Agreement.
INDEX
INTRODUCTION
The values that guide our choices 5
Our responsibilities 6
Our values tell who we are and what we believe in, guide our actions, define our commitment
and orient both our behavior and that of our stakeholders.
Integrity We carry out our daily activities with responsibility, equity, fairness and good faith,
respecting internal and external regulations.
Respect We operate with respect for human dignity and Human Rights and we require the
and protection same commitment from all our partners. We ensure an inclusive work environment
of Human Rights that values uniqueness and diversity as fundamental resources for the development
of humanity.
Transparency We are attentive to the needs and expectations of our stakeholders. We are
committed to be engaged in continuous dialogue with our counterparts, providing
them clear, complete and truthful information, being aware that sharing objectives
and results is essential to maximize value and reduce business risks.
Promotion We work to support an efficient and sustainable access to energy resources that
of development protects the needs of future generations and respects Human Rights, the
environment and society as a whole. We favor an inclusive development that can
generate shared and lasting value in all territories in which we operate by working
alongside the communities.
Operational We guarantee the efficiency and integration of our activities, minimizing risks and
excellence creating opportunities along the entire value cycle.
Teamwork and We work with passion, believe in team spirit and value everyone's skills. We
collaboration recognize collaboration as a foundational element to building solid and lasting
relationships, through which we can express our potential and achieve corporate
objectives.
Innovation We believe that innovation is at the basis of personal and business growth.
We are committed to acquiring cutting-edge technological skills in order to develop
innovative ideas and improve our daily activities, contributing to the progress of civil
society by increasing safety and reducing environmental impact.
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OUR
RESPONSIBILITIES
APPLICABILITY OF THE
CODE OF ETHICS
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INTRO
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AS THOSE COVERED
UNDER THE CODE OF ETHICS:
• We act professionally and ethically in
compliance with the principles of the
Code.
• We set the example for others in
operating responsibly.
• We recognize the main risks in violating
the Code of Ethics and work to avoid
improper, illegal or unethical behavior.
• We maintain adequate documentation
of the activities carried out, in order
to always allow traceability and
verifiability.
AS ENI’S PEOPLE:
• We ensure that the people we work with
are aware of the importance of knowing
and respecting the Code of Ethics.
• We ask our managers or the Integrated
Compliance Function for advice in
case of doubts on the interpretation
of the Code of Ethics and the deriving
behaviors.
• We devote the utmost attention to the
training tools made available to us.
IF WE HAVE COLLABORATORS:
• We ensure that they comply with the
Code of Ethics and applicable laws
including participation in appropriate
training activities and we support them
in applying the Code.
• We pay attention to possible risks of
Code violation and encourage our
collaborators to promptly report any
potential violations.
• We take consistent and appropriate
actions, within the scope of our
competences, to deal with actual or
potential violations of the Code of Ethics.
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W e are committed, as Eni, to ensuring legality, transparency, fairness and honesty in all our
activities and creating long-term value for all our stakeholders. Therefore, we expect our
stakeholders to equally adopt socially responsible behavior and develop adequate ethical programs
and safeguards, consistent with the principles and behaviors presented in our Code of Ethics.
We reserve the right to take appropriate measures against those who do not meet the above
expectations and do not act in accordance with this Code’s principles.
T he Code of Ethics cannot provide specific recommendations for every possible situation. When we
are uncertain or feel particularly pressured to make a decision, we learn to ask ourselves the right
questions.
Am I behaving correctly?
If the answer to even one of these questions is "No" or if we have a doubt about the legitimacy of our
action or the application of a principle of the Code of Ethics, of a policy or of a behavioral standard,
we must stop and ask for advice through the most appropriate channel.
Expressing doubts and asking questions helps manage situations correctly and resolve potential
problems.
The Integrated If we don’t know where to turn, the Integrated Compliance function is our
Compliance function “go to” in case of doubts on the interpretation of the Code of Ethics.
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W e consider people the starting point
and the ultimate goal of all our
actions. For this reason, we work hard to
guarantee the health, safety and security of
each Eni individual and those around us.
Every day, we strive to build a work
environment free of discrimination and
harassment, based on dignified working
conditions, open dialogue and the
enhancement of diversity, aware that
dedication and team spirit are fundamental
elements to achieving operational
excellence.
We are committed to developing talent and
investing in the potential of our
collaborators, supporting and spreading the
culture of innovation and change.
WE RECOGNIZE
AND PROTECT THE
VALUE OF ALL OUR
PEOPLE
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The contractor organizes a coordination spread a culture of health, safety and security
meeting amongst contractors to begin that represents our constant commitment
maintenance work on a plant. I work for
one of the contractors, but I do not consider clearly and transparently inform our people, the
it necessary to be present, as the activities
assigned to me are clear. Is my participation community and our partners about the
in the meeting really necessary? necessary preventive and protective measures
to be implemented in order to eliminate (and
Yes, participation is still necessary by when not possible, mitigate) the risks and
all contractors. This aids in coordination critical issues of the processes and activities in
with each other and mitigates the risk of
interference. which they are involved
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W e believe in our people as the fundamental factor for the success of the company.
We guarantee a working environment free from any form of discrimination or abuse,
in which we respect and support each other to fully develop our potential.
prohibit any type of sexual harassment, however carried out, and, despite the variation of legal
definition by jurisdiction, still consider any attitude or behavior that could create discomfort or
inspire fear in the other person, unacceptable and prohibited
respect workers' rights and trade union freedoms, such as in particular freedom of association
and collective bargaining also through a responsible and constructive dialogue with the worker’s
rights organizations, that promotes a climate of mutual respect in accordance with the principles
of fairness, transparency and participation
promote equal opportunities, in particular amongst genders, for every employee or candidate.
We guarantee evaluation processes based on merit, competence and fair treatment in relation
to the role, commitment and results achieved
promote a healthy and safe working environment: therefore, during the course of our work,
we prohibit the use, presence or distribution of narcotic substances, do not accept alcoholic
substances unless explicitly authorized, and do not smoke in the workplace unless allowed
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actions and expressions that are belittling Since my manager has clearly stated his
and offensive or in any case refer to sexual orientation and the relationship with
the characteristics of the person (sex, his partner, he has become the subject of
ethnicity, nationality, religion, political implicit messages and derisive jokes by
some colleagues. Without his knowledge,
affiliation, mental and physical diversity,
inappropriate comments, allusions and
sexual orientation, health condition, age nicknames are circulating which, in addition to
and any other personal data). being offensive, are ruining the atmosphere and
Sexual harassment may include by way collaboration in the office. What should I do?
of example and not limited to verbal
Eni is committed to creating a work
or written advances, offers of work
environment that is respectful of differences
advantages in exchange for sexual favors, and free from any type of discrimination.
proposals for unwanted appointments Report the circumstance to your manager and,
or physical contact, retaliation or in any case, to the Human Resources function.
threatening attitudes in the face of
refusals to advances or complaints in this
area. It may also include winking, gestural
or disparaging comments with a sexual
context and on the physical aspect as
well as jokes, ridicule, images or texts of
this nature.
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humanity. We respect and value the support organizational models that enhance
exclusive contribution of each individual cooperation amongst people from different
to our company, committing ourselves cultures, perspectives and experiences
to create an inclusive work environment
that respects every individual’s dignity and adopt measures (training, communication,
recognizes the power of differences. behavioral, and operational) that contribute
to an internal culture of active inclusion of
all diversities
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WE VALUE THE PROFESSIONALISM
OF OUR PEOPLE
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W e are attentive to the needs and
expectations of our stakeholders,
with whom we establish transparent, fair
and responsible relationships.
We build and maintain solid relationships
with our suppliers and partners, based on
the principles of fairness, legality, respect
for Human Rights and protection of the
environment and the communities in
which we operate. We protect our
customers and consumers by gaining their
trust on a daily basis, behaving ethically,
and offering the most innovative and the
highest quality products and services.
We are committed to playing an active role
in supporting the communities in which we
operate, including strategic alliances with
local-based internationally-recognized
partners, by virtue of which the synergistic
action and knowledge sharing becomes
an engine for socio-economic growth.
We maintain correct, Human Rights
respectful, transparent and traceable
relationships with authorities
and institutions everywhere.
Only by respecting the principles of
responsibility and transparency we are able
to protect the value for our shareholders
and allow our company to continue to
grow and prosper.
WE ESTABLISH
RESPONSIBLE RELATIONS
WITH OUR
STAKEHOLDERS
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WE MANAGE RELATIONS WITH CUSTOMERS HOL
AND CONSUMERS TRANSPARENTLY
DERS
BECAUSE OF THIS, WE:
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WE COOPERATE TRANSPARENTLY HOL
WITH AUTHORITIES AND INSTITUTIONS
DERS
BECAUSE OF THIS, WE:
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Do not ignore the protests. It is necessary to respect rights of people and communities
establish dialogue that favors cooperation by recognizing and enhancing their
with local direct and/or indirect stakeholders culture, lifestyles, institutions, ties with the
involved in the business cycle to understand
their requests and potential complaints. land of origin and development models in
line with international standards
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W e recognize the need to actively
participate in tackling climate
change. For this reason, fostering an
effective and socially fair low-carbon
energy transition is our strategic priority,
as well as our ambition.
Our commitment to the fight against
climate change includes innovative
solutions aimed at reducing the impact
of our operations through the efficient use
of natural resources, the protection of
biodiversity and water resources, and the
support of mitigation and adaptive actions
in the contexts where we operate. We are
actively searching for technological
solutions capable of reducing the impact of
our products, favoring a circular approach.
Continuing on our decarbonisation path
towards a low-carbon future, we are
contributing to build a more sustainable
development in the interest of the planet
and well-being of the community.
WE COMMIT
TO COUNTERING
CLIMATE CHANGE
AND ITS EFFECTS
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WE SUPPORT A LOW-CARBON
AND SOCIALLY FAIR ENERGY TRANSITION
W e all must commit to cooperate, within our own competencies, to reach our company’s goal
to respond to the dual challenge of tackling climate change and giving access to reliable
and clean energy, with concrete, rapid and economically sustainable solutions, contributing to the
development of Nations and their potential.
contribute in the definition and achievement of company targets regarding the efficiency of
our plants and the reduction of direct emissions, the promotion of a low-carbon impact energy
mix and a steady effort in research and development
play a proactive role in the international scenario promoting diversified solutions for climate
change, in line with our strategy, including the development of flexible mechanisms that favor
technology in developing Countries and the identification of new tools used to reduce
deforestation
commit ourselves to create long-term partnerships with the host Countries and communities in
order to build a future together in which everyone can access energy resources efficiently and
sustainably
promote development models based on the regenerative principles of the circular economy
that minimize the use of virgin resources and reduce waste, maximizing the recovery and
valorization of waste and scrap
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WE SAFEGUARD THE ENVIRONMENT AND RON
OPTIMIZE THE USE OF ENERGY RESOURCES
MENT
BECAUSE OF THIS, WE:
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R esponsibility, integrity and
transparency are the values that
inspire our Governance.
We define our organization and our
internal rules in order to comply with all the
applicable national and international laws
and regulations. We fight corruption and
operate and negotiate without ever
compromising our honesty or that of the
company.
We think and act in compliance with
legality and in Eni's best interest, we
repudiate any corruptive or collusive
practice, or any others that conflict with
our integrity and transparency standards.
We create value by supporting a
competitive market, operating fairly, and
fighting illegal practices.
We avoid conflicts of interest and practices
related to the commission or participation
in fraud.
We accurately maintain company
accounting, we protect and carefully use
information and personal data to which we
have access.
Based on our Internal Control and Risk
Management System (SCIGR), we
contribute to spreading a culture of risk
management and control that allows us to
run our business in a healthy, correct, and
aware manner.
WE OPERATE
WITH INTEGRITY
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MANAGING CONFLICTS OF INTEREST
In managing reports of conflicts of interest, even potential:
the manager, with possible support of the competent units and the Integrated Compliance
function, or the body to which Eni’s People belong, identifies the appropriate measures to
safeguard in the specific situation, the transparency and correctness of the conduct in carrying
out the activities and in all cases without undermining the person's interests, when possible
eventually, the manager or the body to whom the Eni’s People belongs communicates to the
involved person specific instructions on how to manage the conflict of interest
Eni adopts rules to ensure substantial and In all cases, in the exercise of their
procedural transparency and correctness of responsibilities, Eni's People must act fairly and
transactions involving the interests of directors impartially in any situation in which a conflict
and statutory auditors and transactions with of interest could arise and in full compliance
related parties. with the principles and contents of the Code.
1) My father took an executive position in a refrain from any decision-making processes while
competitor company. What should I do? awaiting further instructions.
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WE FIGHT
CORRUPTION
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WE ASSURE TRANSPARENCY
AND ACCURACY OF INFORMATION
TO OUR STAKEHOLDERS
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WE OPERATE IN THE MARKET WITH LOYALTY GRI
AND FAIRNESS, IN COMPLIANCE WITH
THE APPLICABLE REGULATIONS TY
BECAUSE OF THIS, WE:
fairness pursuing our success both by do not tolerate collusive practices with
offering quality products and services at competitors when defining commercial
competitive conditions and by abiding strategies, particularly with regard to prices,
by market principles when managing production quantities, the markets where we
relationships with suppliers. We also operate and participation in tenders
believe that our conduct should in no
way enable or tolerate Human Rights do not abuse our market power where we are
violations or other illegal activities, such in a dominant position on the market
as money laundering and any form
of terrorist financing. We, therefore, carry out our activities in compliance with the
guarantee, through our conduct, applicable laws on Economic and Financial
full respect and effectiveness of the Sanctions as well as on Trade Control, in
restrictions and limits set by national and particular through preliminary checking of all
international legislation on Economic and our counterparties and demanding the same
Financial Sanctions and Trade Control. degree of diligence from our contractual
partners
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I mistakenly sent a file containing the "Personal data" is all information that identifies,
personal data of Eni's customers to directly or indirectly, a person and that provides
an external supplier rather than to the indications of his/her characteristics, habits,
marketing manager, since both have the lifestyle, personal relationships, economic situation,
same surname. What should I do? characteristic elements of his/her identity, etc.,
and data related to criminal convictions or crimes
Contact your manager immediately to (e.g. criminal records and pending charges).
inform him/her of the incident and send Personal data includes "sensitive data", such as
communication to the data_breach@eni. personal and contact information related to ethnic
com inbox to report the accident. or race, personal, religious and philosophical
beliefs, political opinions and membership
of parties, unions, associations or organizations
of a religious, philosophical, political or trade union
nature as well as personal data capable
of revealing the state of health and sexual life.
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W e are aware that our work is closely
related to the use of corporate
assets and the exchange of a large amount
of information. The management and
communication of these assets involves a
series of risks. For this reason, we ensure
protection against illegal behavior or
improper use of company resources,
including information and intellectual
property that can damage our company,
including its reputation, or give our
competitors an unfair advantage. We are
committed to protecting our history,
preserving our image, and gaining and
maintaining the trust of our stakeholders
every day and in every place where we
operate.
WE RESPECT
AND PROTECT OUR
COMPANY’S ASSETS
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WE PROTECT CORPORATE INFORMATION CES
AND INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
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WE PROTECT
OUR REPUTATION
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BECAUSE OF THIS, WE: CES
adopt excellent behaviors by feeding our relational capital
commit to use the Eni brand consistently with our mission and associate it with
activities and events always in line with Eni's values expressed in the Code of Ethics,
opposing its improper or unauthorized use
are aware that all actions that we take on social networks is in the public domain and
shall not cause even potential damage to Eni's reputation
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The Integrated Compliance function can Each day, we follow not only our
be contacted directly in order to obtain Code of Ethics, policies, applicable
clarification about the contents of the Code, laws and regulations, but also our
without prejudice to the fact that possible common sense. If something does
violations will be ascertained within the not seem right to us or seems to
whistleblowing process. put our company, colleagues or
Once obtaining the opinion of the Board of customers at risk, we step forward.
Statutory Auditors and the Control and Risk Whenever we express a question
Committee, this Code and any subsequent or concern, we help preserving our
amendments must be approved by the Board reputation and allow our company
of Directors of Eni SpA based on the Chief to continue to thrive.
Executive Officer’s recommendations in
agreement with the Chairman.
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REPORTING CHANNELS:
WHISTLEBLOWING REPORTS
• Eni website and intranet:
www.eni.com
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