ExxonMobil clarifies

ExxonMobil clarifies

We read with interest your story ExxonMobil accused of
polluting environment with hazardous waste (The Jakarta Post,
Nov. 20). There are a number of important points that I would
like to make to correct the inaccurate and misleading statement
about EMOI in the article.

1. For over 30 years, ExxonMobil Oil Indonesia Inc. (EMOI) has
conducted its operations in Aceh with great concern for the
environment. Extensive safety, health and environmental
management systems are in place to effectively handle any
byproducts of our oil and gas business that need special
attention.

2. It is EMOI's policy to comply with all applicable laws and
regulations regarding hazardous materials and we have systems in
place to manage waste in accordance with environmental laws and
regulations.

3. EMOI environmental management systems are consistent with GOI
regulations and
ExxonMobil's global company policies and practices. We
rigorrously monitor all of our operations in Aceh and report the
results of our activities to the appropriate authorities at all
levels in the government of Indonesia. We work together with
local agencies and communities to investigate any environmental
concerns raised by outside parties.

EMOI strongly encourages concern and respect for the
environment, and regularly emphasizes every employee's
responsibility for achieving high environmental performance and
ensuring safe and efficient operating practices.

We manage our business with the goals of preventing incidents
and strictly controlling any effects of our business on the
surrounding environment and communities.

R.I. WILSON, President and General Manager, ExxonMobil Oil
Indonesia Inc.