We strive to uplift and empower the areas where we live, work and serve through charitable giving and volunteer efforts that fuel possibilities, improve communities and grant access to sustainable resources. We are intentionally focused on initiatives that inspire new ways of connecting and transforming the communities where we operate.
As we transition toward a lower-carbon future our growth and innovation create economic value for our service areas. And, as we bring renewable gas solutions to market, we help create local high-paying clean energy jobs and attract new businesses that rely on natural gas for their processes or products.
We have a longstanding commitment to minimizing our environmental impact. We strive to meet or exceed all state and federal laws and regulations, ensuring the protection of diverse habitats within our service areas. From the outset of a project, we make every effort to avoid impacting the environment, such as by rerouting projects around sensitive ecological areas. When impacts are unavoidable, we focus on minimizing them and are dedicated to restoring and mitigating any effects before, during, and after construction. Our goal is to return land, water, and other natural resources to their original conditions. We also seek opportunities to actively rejuvenate natural spaces within our service area. also look for ways to actively rejuvenate natural spaces in our service area.
We aim to address the essential needs of our customers beyond keeping the lights on. One of the ways we achieve this is through strategic direct investments in our community. Our contributions are concentrated on supporting energy assistance, education, environmental stewardship, and community enrichment.
Our employees are deeply involved in various initiatives, collaborating with local organizations to address community needs and generate positive impacts. We actively encourage our employees to engage in both company-sponsored and personal volunteer efforts, which fosters a sense of teamwork and pride within our organization. As members of the communities we live and work in, volunteering allows us to uphold our commitment to strengthening these communities beyond financial investments.