Our environment is defined by the extraordinary acceleration in technology; the speed of social, economic and political change; and the need to create value.

To deal with the threats in the above scenario, as well as to make the most of the opportunities that may arise, Abengoa believes that risk management is an essential activity and function for taking strategic decisions and that it is necessary to have criteria and methodologies to ensure safe the business growth.

Our risk management model comprises two key elements:

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Both elements comprise an integrated system that allows risks and controls to be appropriately managed at every level of the organization.

This is a dynamic system that undergoes continuous modifications in order to stay up to date with the reality of the business.