Evaluation Assessment and a review of Non-Executive Directors’ remuneration by independent expert and broader considerations regarding energy affordability. DRIVING SUSTAINABILITY Our operational strategy is deeply rooted in Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) principles, ensuring our enduring commitment to sustainable practices. ESG targets are seamlessly integrated into our performance metrics via an ESG scorecard, reflecting their pivotal role in driving organisational objectives. Continuously striving for excellence, we’ve enhanced our reporting standards to align with the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) index and Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) recommendations. The robust support from our Board Committees further showcases our dedication to sustainability. The renaming of the Board Risk Committee (BRC) to the Board Sustainability and Risk Committee (BSRC), effective 25 August 2023, signals our heightened emphasis on sustainability. Collaborating closelywith the BSRC, the Board assumes responsibility for overseeing the strength of our sustainability and risk management frameworks, ensuring effective implementation to achieve strategic objectives and sustainability commitments. Simultaneously, the Sustainability and Energy Transition Council (SETC) intensifies our focus on ESG index performance and scrutinises climate resilience and adaptation plans, further bolstering our commitment to sustainable practices. Moreover, the Board’s endorsement of enhancements to the terms of reference of the Board Audit Committee (BAC), with a particular focus on sustainability-related matters, underscores our proactive approach. For a comprehensive overview of our ESG initiatives and activities over the past year, please refer to the dedicated section titled “Sustainability Statement” within this report. Detailed information regarding our approach to ESG can also be found in our standalone Sustainability Report. These documents provide valuable insights into our ongoing commitment to