Aceh Tamiang has long been part of Indonesia’s energy story. For decades, its name has appeared in production reports, seismic studies, and field development plans — quietly supporting the flow of energy far beyond its borders. Yet behind the data and diagrams lies something far more essential: the communities who live alongside oil and gas operations and sustain them every day.

In late November 2025, that familiar landscape changed. Heavy rainfall triggered flash floods across villages, submerging homes, damaging infrastructure, and disrupting livelihoods. What was once mapped as operational terrain suddenly became a humanitarian priority.

In response, Criterium Energy Ltd., together with its employees, mobilized humanitarian assistance to support affected communities. Relief supplies including water tanks, mattresses, plastic mats, and food items were delivered directly to residents in Alur Cucur Village, one of the areas most impacted by the flooding.

The effort was marked by the company’s direct presence on the ground. Pak Hendra Jaya, General Manager of Criterium Energy, joined by Ibu Mulyaraswati Ardyputri, HR and Business Support Manager, and Mas Dwi Setyo Wiratomo, Junior IT Specialist, met with residents and took part in the distribution of aid. Their visit reflected a commitment to engagement that goes beyond logistics — listening, witnessing, and standing alongside the community during a difficult time.

Speaking during the visit, Hendra Jaya shared a message drawn from his long experience working in energy communities:

“Communities surrounding oil and gas fields are not spectators or mere external environments. They are vital stakeholders who truly hold the company’s social license to operate.”

The words resonated strongly on the ground. In moments of crisis, the connection between energy operations and community well-being becomes unmistakably clear. Sustainability is not defined only by production figures or operational success, but by trust, relationships, and the ability to respond with empathy when it matters most.

As floodwaters gradually recede, Aceh Tamiang leaves behind a powerful reminder. A land that gives energy also calls for responsibility. At Criterium Energy, being a good neighbor means showing up especially in times of hardship and ensuring that energy development and community resilience move forward together.

This moment in Aceh Tamiang was not an endpoint, but a reaffirmation of a long-term commitment: to place people at the heart of sustainable energy development and to strengthen the bonds that make responsible operations possible.