Title: The Enel Green Power Controversy Subtitle: A Case of Sustainable Energy and Corporate Social Responsibility Presented by: Muhammad Hamza Shafiq Presented by: AnZla iman Date: 27-MAY-2025
Introduction Overview of Enel Green Power (EGP) Importance of the case Objectives of the presentation: Explore the controversy Analyze corporate responsibility in renewable energy Draw lessons for ethical sustainability
About Enel Green Power Subsidiary of Enel Group (Italy) Operates in over 30 countries Focus: Solar, Wind, Hydro, Geothermal Mission: Leading the global energy transition
The Controversy – Chile & the Mapuche Renewable projects in Chilean Patagonia Conflict with Mapuche Indigenous communities Main issue: Lack of Free, Prior, and Informed Consent (FPIC)
Indigenous Rights Violations Disruption of sacred lands and rivers Legal challenges and public protests Accusations of "green colonialism"
Environmental Concerns Ecosystem disruption despite renewable label Hydropower impacts: altered river flows, fish migration, biodiversity loss Reminder: "Green" does not mean impact-free
CSR Challenges for EGP Public backlash versus green branding Inadequate stakeholder engagement Reactive rather than proactive CSR strategies
Company Response Improved stakeholder engagement practices Transparent Environmental and Social Impact Assessments (ESIAs) Investment in community development initiatives
Broader Implications CSR in renewables must include: Environmental responsibility Human rights respect Transparent governance The need for a "just energy transition"
Lessons Learned Sustainability must be holistic Indigenous voices must be included Ethics and profit are intertwined CSR must be proactive, not reactive
Conclusion EGP’s case is a cautionary tale Sustainability involves more than reducing emissions Ethical, inclusive practices are essential for the future of energy
Q&A Questions & Discussion Any reflections, questions, or comments from the audience
References UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) Reports from NGOs and Enel Academic articles and news sources on Mapuche resistance