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emissions, we will also monitor opportunities for new technologies, such as renewable natural gas (RNG), as they emerge. Collaboration and strong relationships with stakeholders and Indigenous communities, as well as continued cultivation of a strong workforce reflective of the Saskatchewan population, are also important focus areas. Our commitment to ESG principles ensures we have a strong foundation in place to serve Saskatchewan for decades to come. SaskEnergy is well equipped to make positive improvements in many areas as we progress further down our sustainability path, recognizing there are still many unknowns with respect to global energy transition and we do not have all the answers. Our planning, however, will allow us to be innovative as we identify solutions for a sustainable future. SaskEnergy is committed to maintaining a natural gas system that will reliably, effectively and affordably support Saskatchewan’s unique energy needs and economic viability as we move toward a low-carbon future.
Diligent progress on our ESG goals will support SaskEnergy in providing a valued service to the people of Saskatchewan, today and into the future. From our customers’ point of view, it is clear that there must be a balanced approach to providing reliable supplies of affordable energy while supporting climate objectives. This is essential for the standard of living of Saskatchewan residents and for the economic viability and prosperity of businesses and industries. Looking ahead, SaskEnergy will continue to support our vision of providing critical energy for a greener Saskatchewan and reducing our emissions from operations by 35 per cent by 2030, which equates to emissions reductions of 219,000 tonnes CO 2 e. This will be achieved through a number of initiatives, including leak surveys, slipstream technology and optimizing the efficiency of compressor operations. As a founding partner in the NGIF, SaskEnergy will also continue to invest in new technologies that reduce emissions in our industry. Recognizing the immediate environmental impact SaskEnergy can have by supporting customers in making their homes and businesses more energy efficient, we commit to doubling our investment in customer efficiency programs in 2021-22. As we explore additional ways to help customers reduce GHG
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