Local development

Finding ways for our operations to help development and reduce poverty in the communities where we operate is an important part of our commitment to contribute to sustainable development.

From government payments to social benefits Our industry makes a major contribution to government finances. In 2007, Shell collected over $79 billion in excise duties and sales taxes on their behalf.

Buying and hiring locally Buying from local suppliers is a particularly effective way to help development in the places where we operate. It directly contributes to the local economy, creates jobs and builds skills.

Social investment Supporting community development projects is another contribution we make to local development.

Millennium Development Goals In 2000, the United Nations set its Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) for 2015. These eight targets include halving extreme poverty and ensuring environmental sustainability.

Shell Foundation Our ‘enterprise-based’ approach to tackling global development challenges is being picked up and used throughout the worlds of business and philanthropy.