Sustainability Awareness In The Drilling Industry

Oxford Languages define sustainability as “avoidance of the depletion of natural resources in order to maintain an ecological balance”.

Sustainability is a key factor that all members of the mining and drilling industry must keep at the forefront of their minds. This is particularly important in New Zealand with the current climate change actions being taken by the government.

Reducing environmental impact can require more site management, site investigation, and extensive resource analysis. Factors such as considering fuel efficiency when buying a rig, how equipment has been designed, and how they are operated can easily reduce a company's carbon footprint. This can cost companies more upfront however they will save money in the long term with better efficiency and better environmental impacts.

If companies are not aware of sustainability and do not have adequate professional experience and knowledge to fulfill their obligations. Environmentally damaging mistakes can be made.

This is why ATROX are striving to lower the impact their drilling rigs have on the planet. At every stage of development, they strive for a high level of environmental awareness. Encouraging more front-end site investigation to reduce the over-engineering of foundations. While designing their equipment in a manner that reduces any impact on the environment. Providing relevant education and training to consumers on the best practice for their equipment.

The effort of a single company can have a profound impact on the industry on a global scale.