IFC’s appraisal considered the environmental and social management planning process and documentation for the Project and gaps, if any, between these and IFC’s requirements. Where necessary, corrective measures, intended to close these gaps within a reasonable period of time, are summarized in the paragraphs that follow and (if applicable) in an agreed Environmental and Social Action Plan (ESAP). Through implementation of these measures, the Project is expected to be designed and operated in accordance with Performance Standards objectives.
PS1: Assessment and Management of Environmental and Social Risks and Impacts
Policy
CEPU has established an overarching Environmental, Quality, Safety, Hygiene, and Occupational Health Policy that sets out the objectives and principles for managing these areas across all operations. The policy applies to CEPU and its subsidiaries and addresses environmental protection, quality, safety, hygiene, and occupational health as integrated management priorities. In addition, CEPU’s policies include a Corporate Community Relations Framework, a Code of Conduct, a Corporate Code of Conduct for Third Parties, a Purchasing and Contracting Policy, an Employment Policy and a Workplace Harassment Procedure. These policies include commitments to continuous improvement, compliance with applicable legislation, sustainable development, and safeguarding the well-being of employees, communities, and stakeholders, and are aligned with the principles of IFC PS.
Environmental and Social Management Systems
CEPU operates under a certified Integrated Management System (IMS) aligned with ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001. It is underpinned by a structured set of procedures that ensure compliance with ISO standards and alignment with the recommendations from the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Compliance with ISO standards and applicable regulations is systematically monitored through Enaxis, CEPU’s internal digital platform that integrates the management of documentation, workflows, performance indicators, and conformity records within the Integrated Management System.
IFC’s E&S appraisal confirmed that CEPU’s IMS is operational and properly aligned with the ‘plan-do-check-act’ cycle for continuous improvement, with indicators, targets and metrics that are reported to senior management, who are also actively involved in the determination of improvements plans, annual Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) plans and targets. Social management is governed by the Corporate Community Relations Framework, which sets directives for participatory stakeholder engagement, transparent communication, promotion of local employment and supplier development, and respect for human rights and cultural identity.
Overall, IFC is of the opinion that CEPU’s IMS, complemented by the Corporate Community Relations Framework, has sufficient capacity to implement the Project in a manner consistent with applicable IFC PS.
Identification of Risk and Impacts
CEPU prepared an Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) for the BESS in compliance with local legislation. The BESS will be installed within the Buenos Aires Port, on land leased from the National Ports and Navigation Agency near CEPU’s Central Nuevo Puerto thermal power plant. The site, reclaimed from dredged materials along the Río de la Plata coast, is unused, empty of any structure and isolated from populated areas, reducing potential direct impacts on nearby communities. The EIA examines several key factors, including the characteristics of the installation site, the use and consumption of natural resources, the generation of waste, the discharge of liquid effluents, the emission of gases, and conditions that could lead to possible contamination of water, soil, or air. It addresses potential local and regional impacts from the BESS project’s construction and operations in a scope and level of detail commensurate to the project scale, in accordance with IFC PS 1.
The Piedra del Aguila HPP’s environmental license was obtained in 2019 based on an Environmental Audit, that includes an assessment of the main oprational EHS risks and impacts. The HPP is part of a hydropower cascade system on the Limay River, with the Alicura dam located upstream and the Pichi Picun Leifu dam located downstream. The HPP has been continuously operating and dispatching energy to the Argentinian national grid since 1993. It is located on public land and has been operating under a concession agreement for the past 32 years under CEPU’s management. The concession area spans roughly 1,100 ha in an area that is very sparsely populated, centered around the HPP, and includes about 3 kilometers of the Limay River banks downstream, as well as 3 kilometers of the reservoir shorelines upstream. CEPU has identified key stakeholders. Ten rural residents live and carry out livestock activities in the areas bordering the concession, on the southern side of the Limay River, between 5 and 16 km from the HPP. These neighbors have formal permits to use the access gates of the HPP, operated by Argentina’s federal security forces (Gendarmería Nacional Argentina, or GNA, in Spanish), in order to cross the river and reach the town of Piedra del Aguila and the main road, located on the northern side of the Limay River. In addition, CEPU has open communication channels with the company IDRIS Patagonia, who undertakes aquaculture operations within the concession area, both in the reservoir and downstream of the HPP, as defined within the concession contract. While HPP’s operation does not affect Indigenous territories, the Mapuche community of Ancatruz has been identified by CEPU. It resides across small rural communities (including Paso Juncon, Piedra Pintada, and Zaina Yegua), which together comprise approximately 100 households, about 20 km from the HPP. They have historically relied on small-scale livestock production. In the past 10 years they have diversified their income through trout farming and agrotourism initiatives in the area of the HPP’s reservoir.
Organizational Capacity and Competency
CEPU’s organizational structure includes adequate E&S functions. The Corporate Social Responsibility Manager manages the social aspects of the project through close coordination with the environmental team. The Environmental Department has been providing support in key field activities, including community consultation processes and participation in public hearings. Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) staff consists of 25 professionals. Depending on the level of risk, personnel may be physically present on site or provide remote support (“desk-based accompaniment”) supplemented by periodic site visits.
Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan (EPRP)
CEPU has Corporate EPRPs responding to different emergency scenarios including chloride emissions or fire and explosions, as well as site specific EPRPs, prepared for each operating asset, covering extreme weather events, injuries, medical evacuations, among other scenarios. The EPC contractor that will construct the BESS is requested within the tender documents to prepare a construction phase EPRP in line with Argentinian legislation. The BESS operation’s phase EPRP will be embedded in the Central Nuevo Puerto thermal power plant’s EPRP once the BESS starts operating.
The HPP maintains a robust and comprehensive emergency preparedness and response system as per national law. The Emergency Action Plan (“PADE” for its Spanish acronym) is annually updated and details clear procedures for safeguarding lives and property in the event of dam-related emergencies, such as structural failures, uncontrolled water releases, or upstream incidents. The PADE defines roles and responsibilities, communication protocols, and coordination with local, provincial, and national authorities. Regular training and simulation exercises are conducted for all relevant staff, including functional drills and large-scale exercises with external agencies (e.g., GNA, local municipalities, Provincial Civil Protection Agencies, Dam Safety Regulatory Agency -ORSEP). The dam is equipped with real-time monitoring systems, multiple communication channels, and an internal emergency brigade trained for firefighting, first aid, evacuation, and environmental incidents. Preventive measures, such as continuous structural monitoring, environmental risk assessments, and alternative access protocols, further strengthen the HPP’s resilience. Lessons learned from each exercise are systematically incorporated into future planning, ensuring continuous improvement and high operational readiness. The PADE defines the concessionaire’s responsibilities in managing emergencies at the site and related to upstream anomalies (i.e., emergency in the Alicura dam, located upstream in the cascade hydropower system on the Limay River), while recognizing that other entities (ORSEP, Civil Protection Agencies and municipal agencies) have their own distinct duties in case of major emergencies, in line with good industry practice. The PADE is periodically reviewed as part of ORSEP’s technical audit, performed by independent dam specialists . In their last audit (dated August, 2025) the independent dam specialists deemed the PADE adequate, citing regular updates, staff training for key emergency scenarios, and active coordination with external agencies to ensure readiness.
The HPP maintains both an on-site medical room and a dedicated ambulance, ensuring immediate medical response capacity for staff, contractors, and visitors. For advanced care, patients are transferred to the Piedra del Aguila town hospital or, depending on the level of specialization needed, to facilities in Neuquén or Buenos Aires. The site is equipped with two alarm systems, and informational signage is in place to guide the public, particularly in areas accessible for recreational fishing. The GNA maintains three security posts at the site.
Monitoring and Review
In accordance with the environmental license , the Company is requested to report to the relevant authorities on the compliance with the commitments made for each of the projects through the relevant environmental monitoring plans. KPIs are set for the main aspects including water use, noise levels, waste and wastewater generation, flora and fauna.
The Company’s Legal Requirements Procedure details the process for identifying, updating, and verifying compliance with legal and voluntary environmental and safety obligations. The company uses the Enaxis platform to manage legal matrices and compliance tracking. It includes internal audits and assignment of responsibilities for legal compliance. In addition, CEPU operates under the Integrated Management System and receives annual audits from the ISO certification body. Alignment is monitored through the Enaxis system, which documents procedures, policies, and operational standards. Enaxis also tracks findings, non-conformities and corrective action plans from internal and external audits related to EHS.
In accordance with the concession agreement, ORSEP reserves the right to audit the HPP without prior notice and conducts site visits at intervals of approximately every three to four months. Throughout the 32 years that HPP has been in operations, no major issues or concerns related to the overall dam safety and/or stability and integrity have been recorded as part of regular dam safety audits. The dam is located in an area with low seismic activity and effectiveness of dam safety programs and risks are regularly audited and documented. The monitoring and control of the dam is performed by independent dam specialsits selected by ORSEP, following good practice and in line with Argentinian regulations. Please refer to the PS4 section for further details.
Climate risks from increased water flows during El?Niño events are addressed through the coordinated operation of all dams in the cascade system by the Interjurisdictional Basin Authority (AIC, for its Spanish acronym). Flood control and downstream safety are ensured through a combination of measures, including enhanced inflow forecasting using El?Niño–Southern Oscillation (ENSO) models and real-time meteorological data, as well as pre-emptive reservoir drawdown before peak precipitation periods.
E&S Contractor Management
CEPU uses a standardized procurement system to select contractors, prioritizing compliance with safety, environmental, and labor standards. EPC tender documents for new assets set minimum EHS requirements, including the development of an EHS Program to be approved by CEPU, reporting requirements, emergency response plans, job safety analyses and permit-to-work systems implementation. All workers must complete induction training, and contractors must submit required documentation (e.g., insurance, social security registration, legal training certificates, medical assessments, among others) before starting field activities. CEPU maintains a centralized registry of approved contractors and records regular evaluations in Enaxis. CEPU’s Corporate Code of Conduct for Third Parties prohibits forced labor, child labor, and discrimination, and requires respect for human rights, safe working conditions, and environmental protection measures. CEPU may verify compliance at any stage through documentation reviews, integrity checks, and on-site EHS performance assessments. Confidential reporting channels are available, whistleblowers are protected, and corrective actions range from warnings to contract termination and removal from the supplier registry.
PS2: Labor and Working Conditions
As of September 29, 2025, CEPU’s total workforce included 1,228 full-time direct and about 300 indirect employees, of which 90% are male and 10% female. Of this total, 48 employees are assigned to the HPP, and an additional four are expected to be hired for the BESS operations. For contractors, the BESS EIA estimates that an average of about 60 workers will be engaged during the construction’s peak activity period.
Human Resources Policies and Procedures
CEPU has a comprehensive policy framework to ensure fair, inclusive, and safe working conditions across its operations. The Employment Policy and the Code of Business Conduct set standards for non-discrimination, equal opportunity, pay parity, freedom of association and support professional growth through training, internal promotion, and performance evaluations, in line with PS2.
The Employment Policy is operationalized through several procedures. The Recruitment and Hiring Procedure ensures that all hiring decisions are objective and transparent. The Company has the Leave Procedure which governs paid and unpaid leave, including medical, maternity, paternity, and vacation leave. To promote a respectful and inclusive workplace, CEPU enforces a Workplace Harassment Procedure that prohibits sexual and work harassment, as well as discrimination. This procedure and the Code of Conduct apply to employees, interns, contractors, and visitors, and includes both internal and external reporting channels, along with investigation protocols. Additionally, CEPU has a Code of Conduct for Third Parties which applies to all external entities in its value chain and requires compliance with applicable laws and ethical business practices.
Working Conditions and Terms of Employment
CEPU complies with labor laws regarding wages, benefits, working hours and shifts, overtime pay, and other labor aspects. All employees receive written contracts outlining their employment terms. Through the onboarding program employees are introduced to corporate policies, which are also available on the company’s internal platform. Contractors are required to sign a Declaration of Integrity and comply with CEPU’s HR policies and Code of Conduct for Third Parties. Workers for the construction and operation of the BESS facility at Central Puerto will be hired locally in Buenos Aires. Managers at the HPP are provided with adequate housing in the cities of Piedra del Águila and Neuquén, while operational workers are hired locally and therefore do not require accommodation facilities.
Worker’s Organizations
CEPU respects the right of workers to unionize and engage in collective bargaining, in alignment with national labor laws and IFC Performance Standard 2. Of the 1,228 direct employees, 76% are unionized, and the company has signed agreements with 4 unions. These agreements go beyond legal compliance, offering additional benefits such as higher wages than the statutory minimum, additional paid leave days, enhanced health coverage, training requirements, and social benefits.
Non-discrimination and Equal Opportunity
CEPU prohibits discrimination based on gender, age, ethnicity, nationality, sexual orientation, disability, political opinion, or any other status. While female representation remains low in operational and managerial roles and at the directory level, CEPU is actively working to improve gender balance, including exploring partnerships with universities to support women in engineering careers and is applying inclusive language in job postings and requiring that at least one woman be included in the panel shortlist. The Company has implemented initiatives to increase female participation in technical roles, including internship and young professional programs, and supports work-life balance through policies such as maternity leave, lactation support, and flexible work arrangements.
Worker’s Grievance Mechanism
CEPU has implemented a formal grievance mechanism designed to ensure confidential handling of grievances related to violations of the Code of Conduct. The mechanism applies across all Company areas and is accessible to third-party workers, clients, contractors and suppliers. Grievances can be submitted anonymously or with identification, and retaliation is explicitly prohibited. Multiple reporting channels are available: via intranet and QR code, external ethics hotline (https://www.centralpuerto.com/linea-etica/), and physical complaint boxes (being phased out due to low usage). All new hires receive training on the grievance mechanism during onboarding. The Grievance Intake Committee, composed of Internal Audit and Human Resources, is responsible for receiving, classifying, and initiating the handling of complaints. Internal Audit prepares reports and monitors case closure, while Human Resources conducts investigations and proposes resolutions. The General Management reviews cases, resolves conflicts of interest, and approves final decisions. The Audit Committee oversees the process, approves case closures, and may request further investigation. Issues not related to the Code of Conduct (e.g., work performance concerns) are redirected to the HR Department for resolution.
The management of grievances related to GBV is described in the Workplace Harassment Procedure. Claims can be submitted confidentially through multiple channels, including the worker’s grievance mechanism, the Ethics Line, area managers, or the Human Resources Manager. Investigations are conducted by HR in coordination with relevant managers, with safeguards to protect the complainant’s identity and ensure non-retaliation. CEPU may involve union representatives during the process and has a commitment to informing complainants of the outcome.
As a part of ESAP item #1 CEPU will enhance its Workers’ Grievance Mechanism to receive and resolve a broader range of workplace concerns beyond violations of the Code of Conduct for the Project. Enhancements will include the establishment of defined timelines for response and resolution, as well as the implementation of systems to track, categorize, and analyze grievance trends. It will be communicated to all workers/third-party contractors and embedded in induction and refresher training. For workplace-related Sexual Exploitation Abuse and Harassment (SEAH) reports, the mechanism will incorporate gender-responsive and survivor-centered procedures that ensure informed consent, provide psychosocial support, and safeguard victims during investigations. It will also institutionalize a minimum representation of both genders on investigation and decision-making bodies, and integrate regular grievance monitoring into the ESMS, using gender-responsive indicators and sex-disaggregated data.
Child and Forced Labor
CEPU contractually prohibits child and forced labor across its operations and supply chain. All contractors are required to sign a Declaration of Integrity and comply with CEPU’s Code of Conduct for Third Parties and Integrity Program. Labor documentation, including age verification and social security registration, is mandatory prior to work commencement. CEPU conducts internal audits and pre-screening of contractors to ensure compliance. Non-compliance may result in contract termination.
Supply Chain
CEPU manages its suppliers through a standardized procurement system that applies across all Company’s operations. Suppliers’ selection is based on competitive processes, with objective criteria including price, delivery, integrity, technical capacity, and compliance with safety, environmental, and labor standards. CEPU maintains a centralized registry of approved third parties.
The Corporate Code of Conduct for Third Parties mandates compliance with applicable laws and regulations, including the prohibition of forced labor, child labor, and discriminatory practices. Suppliers must respect internationally recognized human rights and labor standards, maintain safe working conditions, and implement measures to minimize environmental impacts. Suppliers are required to sign an integrity affidavit confirming adherence to ethical principles, anti-corruption laws, and the existence of their own integrity programs.
CEPU reserves the right to verify compliance at any stage of the contractual relationship through documentation requests, integrity checks, and performance evaluations. Monitoring covers service quality, safety, environmental, and labor compliance, as well as financial reliability. The Company enforces corrective actions ranging from formal warnings to immediate contract termination and removal from the supplier registry. Although the BESS supplier has not yet been selected, CEPU has earmarked Tier I suppliers with proven human rights performance records. As per ESAP item #2, CEPU will design and implement a Supply Chain Management Plan as per PS2 requirements. This plan will include comprehensive supply chain mapping, the establishment of a traceability system to monitor material and component provenance, and the development of formal procedures for Supply Chain Risk Assessment and Supplier Risk Rating to ensure alignment with PS 2 requirements and international best practices.
Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)
The OHS Department is led by the OHS Manager, with two mid-level supervisors for operational assets and one for renewables and assets under construction, supported by seven coordinators and fourteen analysts. CEPU’s operational OHS management is structured around key pillars aligned with ISO 45001 that aim at worker protection, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement. These include emergency and fire protection management, adherence to legal requirements and permits, provision and control of workwear and PPE, contractor compliance oversight, and regular training. The system also covers incident reporting and analysis, tracking of health and safety indicators, hazard identification and risk assessment, workplace audits and monitoring, and the management of critical hazards. Annual objectives and targets are set and reviewed by the Health and Safety Committee to drive ongoing performance improvement. The Enaxis software tool supports the systematic tracking and management of OHS findings across CEPU’s operations. It enables the documentation of unsafe acts and conditions, the recording of corresponding corrective actions, and the attachment of supporting evidence. The platform facilitates ongoing follow-up until each action is closed.
Regarding new projects, CEPU’s OHS department prepares tender documents that require EPC contractors to provide at least one qualified OHS professional and one Safety and Hygiene Technician on site for every 40 workers, as well as requiring alignment with legal and specific OHS conditions. As part of ESAP item #3, CEPU will require the EPC contractor’s EHS Program for the BESS construction to include mitigation measures for electrical hazards (e.g., shock, arc-flash), physical hazards (e.g., pinch points from moving heavy objects, work at heights), and potential fire or explosion risks from thermal runaway or other failures in the rare event of a BESS fire. The program will also address heat exposure, incorporating preventive and response measures for heat stress such as work/rest cycles, hydration access, shaded rest areas, and awareness training.
CEPU has established procedures to record, classify, and process accidents and incidents. In 2025, the Company’s operations reported a Lost Time Injury Frequency Rate (LTIFR) of 0.6 per 200,000 hours, , which compare favorably with similar statistics in the energy construction sectors (e.g., Bureau of Labor Statistics, bls.gov).
PS3: Resource Efficiency and Pollution Prevention
CEPU maintains greenhouse gas (GHG) emission inventories for all its assets in accordance with recognized international standards. Project activities include the construction of a BESS and the operation of an existing HPP, therefore limited amounts of GHG from the project are expected. While potable water will be supplied by water trucks, biodigesters will be installed at the BESS site to treat wastewater generated from toilet facilities.
The BESS Project will operate under the existing waste management plan of the thermal power plant, which is registered as a hazardous waste generator. Solid waste comparable to domestic waste, generated during construction and operations, will be managed, transported, and disposed of in accordance with applicable regulations and CEPU’s ESMS waste management procedure. Each site managed by CEPU maintains a set of environmental compliance documents, including environmental certificates and licenses and annual environmental programs with required reporting to the relevant authorities. These documents reflect adherence to regulatory requirements and IFC PS3.
CEPU engages consultants to conduct annual monitoring of fish communities and water quality within the HPP concession area, as required by the AIC.
CEPU manages the reservoir’s water resources in coordination with generation dispatch instructions issued by CAMMESA, the administrator of Argentina’s wholesale electricity market, while ensuring compliance with ORSEP’s safety regulations and AIC’s requirements.
PS4: Community Health, Safety and Security
Traffic and Transportation Safety
Each operational site and project has an internal traffic management plan in place. These plans cover all aspects of vehicle movement, including entry, circulation, and exit procedures, as well as speed limits, designated parking areas, and other safety-related measures. The plans are designed to ensure safe and orderly transit within the facilities and to minimize risks to workers and visitors.
Regarding safety on the roads, the company has a dedicated internal procedure for the management, use, and authorization of company vehicles that applies to all employees using institutional vehicles for work related purposes. Regarding the HPP, fencing along the road to the HPP is well-maintained, minimizing risks of vehicle-animal collisions.
Infrastructure and Equipment Design and Safety
The HPP is operated and maintained in accordance with recognized international best practices. An effective dam safety assessment and monitoring program has been in place since the beginning of the HPP operation. The HPP is equipped with a comprehensive instrumentation system designed to monitor critical parameters, including concrete temperature, structural and foundation deformations, large excavation movements, internal concrete stresses, waterproofing and drainage efficiency, seepage flows, and seismic response. Approximately 70% of the instruments are integrated into a remote telemeasurement and data transmission system, providing automated readings at predetermined intervals to CEPU’s HPP monitoring center. The remaining 30% are manually operated, serving both as a verification tool for electronic systems and as a backup to ensure continued monitoring in the event of telemeasurement system failure. Independent Technical Audits are conducted every three years, following robust methodologies and incorporating input from leading experts of the International Commission on Large Dams (ICOLD). The independent technical audit conducted by independent dam specialists in 2025 concluded that the no immediate dam safety concerns had been identified and HPP and its associated structures are operational and safety condition aligned with good international industry practices. The hydromechanical systems have the capacity to safely pass and evacuate the design flood. Monitoring of the dam and paleochannel (an ancient, inactive riverbed within the dam foundation area, which can act as a preferential seepage path and therefore requires continuous monitoring to ensure structural integrity) is comprehensive and aligns with best practice in dam safety instrumentation and surveillance. No anomalies indicating deterioration were detected. .
The AIC manages the flood alert and flow forecasting system for the basin, providing the HPP with daily inflow data and short-term forecasts. Forecasts are accurate about 24 hours ahead, with meteorological trends allowing up to 72 hours’ warning in potential flood risk situations. The probability of dam failure is assessed as extremely low. An Emergency Preparedness Plan, including flood inundation maps, is in place. Regular emergency drills are conducted, and communication protocols are periodically reviewed and updated. In case of dam failure, the flood wave estimated arrival times to the closest town of Piedra del Aguila is between 1h (failure of Piedra del Aguila dam) and 3h (Alicurá dam), while the most populated areas of Senillosa, Neuquen and Poitier would be impacted within 17h-22h. The communication and emergency response system in place provides time to implement evacuation protocols coordinated by the AIC and the Civil Protection.
CEPU has strengthened its technical capacity for the BESS asset by hiring experts and engaging a third party to ensure the BESS design meets international fire safety standards, including spacing, ventilation, fire detection, and compartmentation. In addition, the Company has an Emergency Response Plan designed to manage fire and explosion incidents across its thermal facilities, that will be updated once the BESS is operational. The plan includes structured roles, responsibilities, and coordination mechanisms to ensure rapid and effective response. It covers internal staff, contractors, and external emergency services (fire departments, ambulances, civil defense), and includes communication protocols with neighboring industrial entities that may be affected.
Safety of Water Accesses within the Concession
CEPU has initiated an interinstitutional working group to address increasing risks related to unauthorized access and fishing activities within the concession area. The group includes representatives from CEPU, IDRIS Patagonia, Gendarmería Nacional, Wildlife Protection Officers (Guardafauna), and the local police. The results of the latest meeting included the following measures: a joint risk assessment, development of coordinated protocols for surveillance, enforcement, and incident response; engagement with provincial authorities to update fishing regulations and formally restrict access to sensitive zones, implementation of operational controls, such as mobile checkpoints, patrols, and permit verification systems. The group agreed to create a WhatsApp alert group and installation of improved signage. The implementation of these measures will be formalized within a Water Access Control Plan, as part of ESAP item #4.
Security Personnel
Regarding security management, CEPU engages public security forces, specifically the GNA, to secure access to its HPP facility and safeguard critical infrastructure. This arrangement is governed by Presidential Decree PEN 1810/92, under which GNA personnel are stationed at the site and operate in accordance with national legislation regulating the use of force and handling of weapons. Coordination with GNA is conducted primarily via email, phone and radio, especially for managing access permits and authorizing visits from officials and environmental personnel. As per ESAP item #5, CEPU will develop a Security Management Plan that includes a security risk assessment, defines policy requirements, outlines responsibilities, and establishes protocols for engagement with local stakeholders and public forces with attention to gender-sensitive considerations, in line with IFC PS4. The plan will also address appropriate conduct toward project stakeholders and will include orientation protocols for incoming security staff.
For the access to the Port area where the BESS will be developed, CEPU uses private unarmed security companies. Prior to contracting these firms, CEPU conducts technical evaluations and guards’ background checks to ensure compliance with the Company’s standards and requirements. Once contracted, daily oversight and performance monitoring are carried out at each plant, and companies are required to provide all necessary licenses and authorizations.
