Integrity is one of the foundational principles upon which all successful businesses are built. Our customers, suppliers, shareholders, directors and employees all expect our conduct to be of the highest ethical standard, every day. We believe that our Company - Alpha Natural Resources, Inc. (“Alpha” or the “Company”) and its subsidiaries - enjoys a reputation of which we can be proud and which underpins our business success. Our commitment to the highest standards of integrity begins with ensuring that everyone understands our Code of Business Ethics.
The Company’s standards of conduct are summarized in this Code of Business Ethics (the “Code”). Simply restating these standards, however, does not lead inevitably to ethical conduct. Each of us must continue to understand, support and live by these standards to enable the Company to achieve its business objectives in strict conformity with the Code. Violations of any of the provisions of this Code may result in discipline, including termination of employment and disclosure to appropriate law enforcement officials.
It is important for our employees, officers, managers and directors to know what our Company expects of them when making decisions and conducting themselves in business activities. Of all business activities involving such decisions, among the most important are the handling and use of confidential information, the avoidance of potential conflicts of interest and compliance with governmental laws, rules and regulations. Diligent observance of this Code, as well as all legal requirements, by all of our employees, officers, managers and directors is, of course, essential to the proper conduct of our business. Violation of applicable laws may not only entail serious legal sanctions but, as in the case of violation of this Code, can also lead to disciplinary actions.
Adopted July 31, 2009
As Amended November 16, 2011
Full text of Code of Business Ethics