Annual Report 2023 UPM Forestal Oriental

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Environmental protection measures to prevent and mitigate negative impact

EXAMPLES OF ACTIVITIES TO MINIMISE THE POTENTIAL IMPACT OF OPERATIONS

We conduct specific on site evaluations on the potential environmental impacts of forestry operations and document specific evaluations when considered relevant.

•Identifying areas of interest for the conservation of biodiversity and inclusion in the Network of Biodiversity Reserve Areas •Careful planning when designing plantations, marking sensitive areas, properly placing roads, quarries, cutwaters and other infrastructure •Identifying scenic points of interest and respecting visual basins when designing plantations •Coordinating operational processes for the execution of all tasks up to standards, minimising possible environmental impact •Establishing measures aimed at avoiding erosion, compaction and maintaining soil fertility •Reducing travel through sensitive areas such as drainage systems, low-lying areas, ravines, flood zones and species’ habitats

•The cleaning of machinery, work clothes and other equipment is carried out in locations instituted for such purposes •Set up spill prevention and control procedures •Waste management with specialised companies authorised by government authorities •Minimising the time between harvesting and replantation to protect environmental values that can be potentially affected, mainly soil resources •Responsible use of authorized agrochemicals and fertilizers