At Shell, we are doing everything we can to help in the global response to the virus. Early 2020 has been a time of extreme turbulence because of the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic. It has affected so many people around the world. Many have lost their lives.
world battles to overcome what it is struggling with today, Shell will seek to assist in any way we can. At the same time, Shell remains keenly aware of the longer-term challenges facing our society.
We are commited to protecting our staff and customers and supporting communities where we operate. We are working to ensure that our operations are resilient so we can continue to provide energy, helping to power hospitals and supply-
In 2019, demands for urgent action on climate change grew ever louder. All of society, from consumers, to businesses, to governments, recognised the need to accelerate global efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. We continue to take climate action on many fronts, including tackling our own emissions and helping customers reduce theirs by expanding the choice of lower-carbon products we offer.
ing fuel forships to get goods around the world. Our chemical plants are stepping up production of isopropyl alcohol, a key ingredient use in the manufacturing of hand-sanitising liquid. How this will all unfold in the short term is still uncertain, of course, but as the
We are working hard to play our part in the global transition by providing more and cleaner energy. 5
