Two mechanisms are used to guarantee our commitment to ethics and integrity. One is the Code of Ethics and Conduct, a highest-level policy that establishes the guidelines for conduct to be followed by all company employees. The other one is the Whistleblowing Channel, where any employee can report any conduct that may imply a breach of our Code of Ethics and Conduct.
Code of Ethics and Conduct
The Code of Ethics and Conduct, is Aqualia's highest-level policy, and it establishes the guidelines for conduct aimed at guiding the actions and behaviour of our professionals on ethical, social and environmental related matters. It has the purpose of encouraging everyone working for and collaborating with Aqualia to follow the guidelines for behaviour with the highest possible levels of thoroughness, showing the commitment to observe the laws, regulations, contract terms and conditions, and ethical procedures and principles.
It includes matters associated with corruption and bribery, among others. In addition, it deals with different matters, such as human rights, the development of human capital, health and safety at the workplace and the protection of the environment. It is applicable in all countries in which we operate and affects all employees, executives, suppliers and contractors collaborating with Aqualia.
In addition, the Code of Ethics and Conduct promotes the company's corporate culture. To this end, it has been designed to unify and strengthen its identity, culture and guidelines for conduct. Our Code of Ethics and Conduct uses a practical approach to develop the values shared at Aqualia, strengthening a culture of compliance and helps create value for our project in the long-term.
This Code of Ethics and Conduct is mandatory for everyone working for and collaborating with Aqualia, i.e., employees, executives, suppliers and contractors, regardless of their contract and labour relationship with the company, their position or region in which they work
Read our Code of Ethics and Conduct (PDF)
