Introduction of the preservation of biological diversity in the corporate practices of major oil and gas companies
In this article the author co№iders the practices of major oil and gas companies in the monitoring of biological diversity. The author of the article analyzes main legal documents regulating the activities of companies in this sphere paying attention to key aspects which should be taken into account in case of monitoring of certain kinds of flora and fauna as indicators of stability of ecosystems. Additionally, the author provides practical examples of such activities conducted by major oil and gas companies.