Equity, diversity, and inclusion are integral to our culture and the way we do business. To support this, we have adopted two policies, an internal guide to leaders and an internal guide to employees, aimed at the elimination of discrimination and at promoting equal opportunities and a culture of inclusion. Accountability for these policies rests with our Chief HR Officer. We have adopted a 'Global diversity and inclusion policy' which emphasises equal opportunities for all employees at Ørsted. We specifically call out identities such as ethnic background, race, religion, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, outlook, or social status because these groups have been historically marginalised or disadvantaged (protected characteristics). By embedding these principles in the way we do business, we promote an environment where all employees can thrive and contribute to our collective success.

We have a 'Global bullying, harassment, and discrimination policy', supplemented by country-specific guidelines, which often include mandatory training. Furthermore, to support its implementation, we have both a global employee guide and a global people leader guide on how to create an inclusive culture, which outline proactive measures to prevent bullying, discrimination, and harassment. The policy covers a potential situation where an employee feels subject to bullying, discrimination, or harassment from another employee. This policy also covers experiences that an employee has with an external consultant working under Ørsted supervision. The policy describes acts of bullying, discrimination, and harassment in the workplace and incorporates awareness by integrating and monitoring the gender balance of major talent processes, such as promotions, new hires, and redundancies.