Our Environmental Policy is based on our objective to minimize environmental impacts using risk management strategies based on valid data and sound science. The policy also requires that we review and consider the environmental effects of exploration, mining, and processing and conduct the design, development, operation, and closure of projects in a manner that optimizes the economic use of resources. We set environmental objectives, enhance systems, and ensure that procedures are followed to implement this policy. During 2009, we incurred environmental capital expenditures and other environmental costs (including our joint venture partners’ shares) of $289 million for programs to comply with applicable laws and regulations that affect our facilities.

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