The Brazilian Petroleum, Gas and Biofuels Institute (IBP), by its five associated companies – Chevron, Ipiranga, Raízen, Repsol Sinopec Brasil and Shell –, will donate financial resources to construct a field hospital at Leblon, a neighborhood in Rio de Janeiro, exclusively designed to receive up to 200 COVID-19 diagnosed patients of the Unified Public Health System (SUS). This action reinforces the oil and gas industry’s commitment to humanitarian aid in combating the pandemic.

The construction and operation of this new unit will be managed by Rede D’ Or, a private operator recognized for its excellence in medical care, international expertise and highly specialized multidisciplinary teams. Considered on one of the biggest actions of the private initiative in partnership with the public power to fight the new coronavirus in Brazil, the total investment of R$ 45 million will come exclusively from donations from companies, including Rede D’Or, Bradesco Seguros, Lojas Americanas, Banco Safra and IBP.

The Leblon field hospital will have 100 beds for the ICU and another 100 for the infirmary, in addition to a fully equipped structure for consultations and tests focusing on digital tomography, conventional radiology, ultrasound, echocardiography and a clinical pathology laboratory.

The construction will last 30 days and the expectation is a four month operation, a period considered critical in regards to the evolution of the epidemic in the city. There is the expectation of 1,000 direct and indirect job generation. The hospital will be set up on the ground next to the 23rd Battalion of the Military Police, on the Lagoa-Barra highway, which is currently undeveloped. It is a strategic location for the logistics of the city between the South Zone and Barra and can serve different local communities, such as Rocinha and Vidigal.

“It is necessary to find ways to help society overcome this critical moment. The oil and gas industry wants to be part of the solutions that contribute to the health of citizens, in partnership with various agents. Joining this initiative, in Rio de Janeiro, reinforces our commitment to work incessantly to mitigate the sacrifices imposed on the population in the fight against COVID-19. Such a donation would not have been possible without the effective contribution of our member companies, to which we thank”, affirmed Clarissa Lins, IBP president.

From the well to the gas station. From the countryside to the city. From producer to consumer.

We need to be tireless in fighting the virus. For that reason, energy is essential.

We, in the oil and gas sector, continue to work, day and night, to ensure that the energy that drives our country continues to reach everyone, especially those who need it most.

We have relied on the partnership of the Federal Government, through the Ministry of Mines and Energy, and the State Governments, as well as regulatory entities, to maintain transportation and supply, quickly and safely.

In this moment of crisis and exceptionality that we are living, we know the energy we generate is essential to overcome this challenge.

#EnergyToOvercome

We speak on behalf of all our associates – more than 300 companies, from oil and gas production to fuel distribution, with the responsibility we have to provide energy in a safe and reliable way. At this critical moment which humanity is going through, we need to ensure this essential service will not be lacking in the national territory.

Thus, our companies work incessantly, dedicated and careful to protect the health of everyone involved in the production chain, to guarantee the integrity and safety of our operational activities and continue to provide critical fuel and LPG supply services to the Brazilian population.

We have been counting on the partnership of the Federal Government, through the Ministry of Mines and Energy, and the State Governments, as well as the regulatory bodies on which we relate and reiterate our thank you.

It is essential that some aspects of our activities continue preserved, in this moment of crisis and exceptionality that we are experiencing, in view of the complexity of our value chain. Several government entities have already shown themselves to be sensitive to these aspects, some of which are listed below.

National supply

We work to ensure that the national territory is not subject to interruption in the distribution of liquid fuels and LPG. Thus, we need to have a continued guarantee of movement of trucks and people essential to this activity, with the necessary safety, in all States of the Federation.

Aware that the Federal Government is adjusting eventual restrictions on circulation with State Governments, we count on such articulation to guarantee the continuity of supply.

Offshore production

Over 95% of Brazilian oil and gas production is carried out at sea, in deep and ultra-deep waters. The workers dedicated to this activity operate on a shift basis, embarked on offshore platforms. Following the recommendations of the World Health Organization and all measures necessary to preserve the safety of personnel, the operating companies are adapting their regimes into this situation and they hope to have the support of all parties involved.

Expatriates carry out some activities related to the operation of the platforms, as they have specific knowledge, and it is necessary to ensure that they can enter the national territory. We are working with the Federal Government to achieve this.

Regulation

Several bodies regulate our activity, to which we report on a recurring basis. In this moment of crisis, we are, in partnership, optimizing efforts to prioritize what is essential for maintaining safe activities and providing essential services. We appreciate the open dialogue and understanding of everyone involved.

Humanitarian action

We congratulate the actions some companies have taken in order to offer solutions to the health challenge that afflicts us. In dialogue with our associates, we identify some additional measures to support public health and we will communicate them as soon as they are ready.

IBP maintains an open and transparent communication channel with its associates and with Brazilian society. Aware of its role as a provider of a good that is essential to the economic activity of our country and the well-being of the population, IBP and its associated companies are committed to doing everything in their power so that we can overcome this crisis together.

Finally, we sincerely thank the dedication of all those who, in this very special moment, strive daily to ensure the continuity of the industry’s operations. Take care and protect yourself.

We speak on behalf of all our associates – more than 300 companies, from oil and gas production to fuel distribution, with the responsibility we have to provide energy in a safe and reliable way. At this critical moment which humanity is going through, we need to ensure this essential service will not be lacking in the national territory.

Thus, our companies work incessantly, dedicated and careful to protect the health of everyone involved in the production chain, to guarantee the integrity and safety of our operational activities and continue to provide critical fuel and LPG supply services to the Brazilian population.

We have been counting on the partnership of the Federal Government, through the Ministry of Mines and Energy, and the State Governments, as well as the regulatory bodies on which we relate and reiterate our thank you.

It is essential that some aspects of our activities continue preserved, in this moment of crisis and exceptionality that we are experiencing, in view of the complexity of our value chain. Several government entities have already shown themselves to be sensitive to these aspects, some of which are listed below.

National supply

We work to ensure that the national territory is not subject to interruption in the distribution of liquid fuels and LPG. Thus, we need to have a continued guarantee of movement of trucks and people essential to this activity, with the necessary safety, in all States of the Federation.

Aware that the Federal Government is adjusting eventual restrictions on circulation with State Governments, we count on such articulation to guarantee the continuity of supply.

Offshore production

Over 95% of Brazilian oil and gas production is carried out at sea, in deep and ultra-deep waters. The workers dedicated to this activity operate on a shift basis, embarked on offshore platforms. Following the recommendations of the World Health Organization and all measures necessary to preserve the safety of personnel, the operating companies are adapting their regimes into this situation and they hope to have the support of all parties involved.

Expatriates carry out some activities related to the operation of the platforms, as they have specific knowledge, and it is necessary to ensure that they can enter the national territory. We are working with the Federal Government to achieve this.

Regulation

Several bodies regulate our activity, to which we report on a recurring basis. In this moment of crisis, we are, in partnership, optimizing efforts to prioritize what is essential for maintaining safe activities and providing essential services. We appreciate the open dialogue and understanding of everyone involved.

Humanitarian action

We congratulate the actions some companies have taken in order to offer solutions to the health challenge that afflicts us. In dialogue with our associates, we identify some additional measures to support public health and we will communicate them as soon as they are ready.

IBP maintains an open and transparent communication channel with its associates and with Brazilian society. Aware of its role as a provider of a good that is essential to the economic activity of our country and the well-being of the population, IBP and its associated companies are committed to doing everything in their power so that we can overcome this crisis together.

Finally, we sincerely thank the dedication of all those who, in this very special moment, strive daily to ensure the continuity of the industry’s operations. Take care and protect yourself.

With a broad experience at the oil and gas sector and in high level positions, Cristina worked ate Petrobras for 31 years, where she held leadership activities in Exploration & Production & Logistics areas. She will be the first woman to hold this position at IBP.

Previously, she was Sub-secretary of Oil, Gas and Energy of the State of Rio de Janeiro, where actively participated in debates and actions for the resumption of the sector. Her articulation experience with different industry stakeholders will add to the institute’s renovation and restructuring work.

Cristina is also member of IBP Diversity Committee, acting as a Mentor in the institution’s Women’s Mentoring Program.

The current secretary–general, Milton Costa Filho, will work as a consultant for the IBP Presidency.

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Cristina Pinho is president of the Luísa Pinho Sartori Institute, a non-profit organization focused on support and encouragement of conservationists and biologists for the preservation of the environment.

Graduated in mechanical engineering at UFRJ, she worked for 31 years at Petrobras, in the areas of exploration and production and the development of production and technology.

She held the position of Sub-secretary of Oil, Gas and Energy of the State of Rio de Janeiro for 10 months, where she was in charge for public policy and strategic planning, contributing to a state attracting investments in the oil and gas segment.