Biodiversity Preservation

Biodiversity Preservation Management

The gas industry is not a major source of impact on biodiversity. Still, the Gazprom Group prioritizes preserving natural ecosystems and therefore fulfils its commitments to maintaining biological balance and offsetting any potential environmental damage.

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The Gazprom Group’s efforts to preserve biodiversity and land

The Gazprom Group’s expenses on biodiversity preservation and protection of designated natural areas, RUB million
Indicator 2023 2024 2025 Change 2025/2024, %
Total, incl.: 2,545.20 2,177.73 2,382.56 +9.4
protection and replacement of fish reserves 1,562.28 891.07 759.84 –14.7
protection and rational use of forest resources 686.41 1,076.37 1,315.74 +22.2

The Coordinating Committee for Responsible Use of Natural Resources manages biodiversity preservation activities at PJSC Gazprom and oversees the work of the Company’s Administration units, subsidiaries, and entities in this area.

Gazprom factors marine and terrestrial ecosystem protection into all project planning. During implementation, it constantly monitors and works to minimize negative impact risks to highly vulnerable natural environments and those critical to protect and preserve.

In 2025, work continued under the annual plans of subsidiaries covered by PJSC Gazprom’s biodiversity conservation program.

Planned biodiversity preservation activities make use of modern tools and technologies. Environmental monitoring, landscape surveys, and visual assessments of animal and plant populations rely on, photo recorders, and camera traps. Satellite tags are also used to track the migration of red-listed species.

Caring for natural resources in its regions of operation is a key priority for Gazprom. Each year, it implements compensatory initiatives to reduce negative environmental impact, particularly on water bodies, and to preserve biodiversity.

Astrakhan

Releasing ducks

As part of measures aimed at preserving biological resources, Gazprom Dobycha Astrakhan annually releases mallard ducks into areas adjacent to the Astrakhan State Nature Reserve, which is a specially protected natural area. 100 ducks were released in 2025.

Bird protection and fish stock replenishment

Gazprom Group entities apply various technologies to ensure that the diversity of bird species living in the areas where they operate is not disturbed. To that end, the Group uses bird protective devices and establishes buffer zones where operations and movement of vehicles are prohibited for the duration of the nesting season for the birds of prey and the period when their nestlings begin flying (zones of this kind are also used during repair works at the facilities). Helicopter routes are set to avoid any harm to nesting sites. In addition, the Gazprom Group implements bioengineering initiatives, including artificial roost sites and nesting tree protection measures. The Gazprom Group entities continue implementing environmental projects aimed at restoring fish populations.

Over 6.9 million

fish, including highly valuable species, were released into water bodies in 2025

The Gazprom Group entities perform their activities in designated conservation areas (DCAs) in full compliance with the national environmental protection legislation and land use terms and conditions specified for a relevant DCA.

In 2025, the Gazprom Group’s facilities operated in or in the vicinity of the following designated conservation areas:

  • Anyuysky, Kislovodsky, Losiny Ostrov, Mariy Chodra, Meshchyora, Nechkinsky, Nizhnyaya Kama, Orlovskoye Polesye, Pleshcheevo Ozero, Pripyshminskie Bory, Russky Sever, Samara Bend, Sengiley Hills, Sochinsky, Ugra, and Khvalynsky national parks;
  • Klyazminsky, Muromsky, Oksky, Priazovsky, Ryazansky, Saratovsky, Severo-Ossetinsky, Tarusa, Kurgalsky, Utrish, and Khekhtsirsky state nature reserves and federal reservations;
  • some regional DCAs.

In the reporting period, the activities of the Gazprom Group entities had no significant direct or indirect impact on vulnerable ecosystems and biodiversity.

Biodiversity Preservation Programs

Arctic Biodiversity Conservation Program

Recognizing the importance of the Arctic region as regards biodiversity, the Gazprom Group strives to preserve the northern nature. To protect the regional nature balance, in early 2024 we approved the Program for Biodiversity Conservation During Production and Field Development in the Areas of PJSC Gazprom’s Operations on the Arctic Continental Shelf of the Russian FederationApproved by order of PJSC Gazprom No. 53 dated February 13, 2024. (the “Program”).

The Program’s key goals are to:

  • monitor biodiversity in the areas of PJSC Gazprom entities’ operations on the Arctic continental shelf, in territorial waters, inland sea waters, and contiguous zone of the Russian Federation;
  • prevent and mitigate negative impacts on biodiversity, as well as plan and implement measures aimed at compensating environmental damage;
  • create an effective management system for biodiversity conservation, sustainable use, and restoration;
  • increase the efficiency and effectiveness of biodiversity conservation and restoration in the areas of PJSC Gazprom entities’ operations on the Arctic continental shelf, in territorial waters, inland sea waters, and contiguous zone of the Russian Federation;
  • raise environmental awareness, promote environmental education, foster care for the environment, and ensure rational use of natural resources.

Biodiversity Preservation Measures

Program Period Region Results
Gray whale monitoring program
A long term monitoring program implemented by Sakhalin Energy aimed at preserving the gray whale population and their habitat. 		1997 – present Northeastern shelf of Sakhalin Island, Sea of Okhotsk
  • The population is increasing by 4.3–5.4% annually.
  • The photo identification catalog now lists 414 whales, a significant increase from about 20 in the 1980s.
  • From 2021 to 2025, 82 new whales were identified. The population has been confirmed to be in a stable and healthy condition.
Avifauna research
With support from Gazprom Dobycha Shelf Yuzhno Sakhalinsk, studies were carried out on the habitat and population status of rare red-listed bird species. 		2025 Sakhalin Region
  • Data on population status and food supply were collected, and the impact of industrial activity was assessed.
  • The findings were submitted to the relevant authorities for use in updating the Regional Red List.
Environmental monitoring of the Kirinskoye gas condensate field
Supported by Gazprom Dobycha Shelf Yuzhno Sakhalinsk, the program includes comprehensive monitoring of the natural environment (air, sea, aquatic life) and compensatory measures. 		2021–2026 Sakhalin Region
  • Ongoing control of environmental conditions and aquatic biological resources.
  • Over 1 million chum salmon have been released as part of population conservation efforts.
Arctic biodiversity conservation program
Gazprom Flot runs this program to reduce environmental risks and build staff expertise. 		2025–2037 Murmansk Region
  • Efforts to prevent water pollution and train personnel on biodiversity preservation are ongoing.
Arctic biodiversity conservation program
Supported by Gazprom Neft, the program systematically studies bird species and marine mammals. 		2025–2035 Nenets Autonomous Area
  • Key species populations remain stable.
  • Walrus haulouts (up to 800 animals) are in stable condition.
  • Full scale ornithological surveys have been completed.
Biodiversity conservation action plan
Gazprom Nedra carried out 40 measures, including ecosystem monitoring, restocking of aquatic biological resources, and environmental awareness initiatives. 		2025 Russian Arctic Zone
  • A comprehensive database on ecosystem conditions has been created, supporting measures to preserve and restore them.
Untamed Yamal: Birds of the Arctic project
Gazprom Dobycha Yamburg implements a scientific and educational initiative focused on studying and protecting rare bird species. 		2017 – present Yamalo-Nenets Autonomous Area
  • Eight expeditions were completed, with 94 peregrine falcon chicks ringed and new nesting sites identified.
  • Schoolchildren were engaged in the project, and environmental education was promoted.
Biodiversity monitoring and conservation
Supported by Gazprom Dobycha Noyabrsk, the program includes comprehensive ecosystem monitoring of license areas and measures to protect Arctic ecosystems and rare species. 		2025–2035 Yamalo-Nenets Autonomous Area
  • Over 200 species of flora and fauna have been recorded, demonstrating high biodiversity, while ecosystem disturbance remains low at below 1.24%.
Biodiversity monitoring of the Kharasaveysky license area
Gazprom Dobycha Nadym runs comprehensive environmental monitoring with 503 observation points, baseline assessments, biota inventories, and a biodiversity monitoring framework. It also implements measures to preserve and restore biodiversity. 		2025 (annual) Yamalo-Nenets Autonomous Area (Kharasaveysky linear section)
  • Reindeer migration routes remained intact.
  • The Bear Patrol project worked to prevent human polar bear conflicts and protect the species.
  • Environmental risks from production were lowered.
  • Over 50,000 fish were released to restore fish populations.
  • The natural environment was assessed, indicator and rare species lists were updated, and a long term biodiversity monitoring program was established.
Gazprom Dobycha Nadym implemented this program to preserve biodiversity through environmental education, staff training, and public outreach. 2022–2025 Yamalo-Nenets Autonomous Area
  • Training materials and briefing programs were developed and rolled out.
  • Awareness raising efforts included over 500 media publications, as well as booklets, exhibitions, and excursions.
  • An information system was created to raise awareness among employees, contractors, and communities about rare species and environmental regulations.