Omya relies on the natural environment in which it operates and while its business is extractive in nature Omya relies on the long-term sustainability of local natural resources. As such, Omya is dedicated to protecting the broad spectrum of resources through the variety of programs outlined below:

Tailings Management is a comprehensive program to manage the by-products that result from Omya’s mineral processing operations.

Surface & Groundwater Management establishes a program to monitor, test, and protect the quality of the groundwater in and around the Verpol plant site.

Dust, Noise & Odor Control are distinct programs created to reduce Omya’s impacts on the environment and safeguard the quality of life of local residents.