Social Investments
We support communities in Romania through social investment programs and partnerships focused on education, health, environment and local development.
Between 2007–2025, OMV Petrom allocated approximately €210 mn to education, health, environmental awareness and local economic development programs in the areas where we operate.
Furthermore, the OMV Petrom Foundation, launched in 2022, supports long-term programs in Romania in education, health and environment, aligned with its mission to connect and develop communities. Learn more about its programs and impact.
Strong partnerships for greater impact
We collaborate with local NGOs and community partners to implement social investment programs in Romania. Due to their expertise and grassroots engagement, the impact of the programs continues to grow.
You can read our Social Investments Policy here.
Health Projects
We support projects that ensure access to quality health care services, the development of infrastructure (e.g. constructions, medical equipment, maintenance, modern equipment facilities etc.) and the use of new technology as well as campaigns for relevant health and safety issues in Romania and at local communities level (e.g. blood donations campaigns etc.). Related SDGs: SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being), SDG 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation).
Find out more about our key projects:
Started in 2021, as a pilot project in collaboration with Medcorp, "Heath in the Neighborhood" has steadily grown since. With a total contribution of €7.3 mn, this program ensures that residents in rural communities receive free medical services on-site. This includes tests, diagnostic investigations and specialized consultations.
For critical cases identified during field visits, the Association facilitates access to advanced diagnostics and treatments in public medical centers. Furthermore, to ensure long-term impact, all beneficiaries receive access to education for a healthy lifestyle and, for those who require it, call center monitoring.
Our partnership with Hospice Casa Speranței started in 2022 when, with a contribution of €7.2 mn, we covered the entire operational costs of the organization for the full year of 2023. That meant ensuring palliative care services for over 5,500 patients with oncological and non-oncological conditions and over 11,000 family members.
The partnership continued in 2024, when we supplemented our contribution with €1.5 mn destined to cover the previously ensured services. In 2026, we allocated EUR 1.5 million to provide free palliative care services for children with oncological and non-oncological diseases.
Some other significant projects and collaborations we supported:
- 2024: Salvați Copiii România - €1.5 mn for the renovation of Polizu Maternity Hospital
- 2022: Crucea Roșie România - €300k support for the "Humanity has no Borders" campaign, during the Ukrainian crisis
- 2022: UNICEF- €700k to support the establishment and rollout of children and families' support hubs during the Ukrainian crisis
- 2021: Blondie Association - €1.5 mn to cover medical flight for patients who could not receive medical care in Romania
- 2021, 2022, 2023: Ploiești Emergency County Hospital - €7.2 mn to support the rehabilitation of 13 operating theatres
- 2019: Dăruiește Viață - €10 mn to support the first specialized Pediatric Oncology and Radiotherapy Hospital in Romania
Environment Projects
We support environmental projects in Romania focused on afforestation, energy efficiency in buildings, reuse of IT equipment, recycling and environmental awareness. Related SDGs: SDG 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy), SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), SDG 13 (Climate Action), SDG 14 (Life Below Water), SDG 15 (Life on Land).
Find out more about our key projects:
‘Romania plants for tomorrow’, launched by OMV Petrom in 2019, supports afforestation and greening projects in Romania, with a total investment of over €16.1 mn.
Since launch, over 3.7 mn seedlings have been planted across more than 711 hectares, with the involvement of over 34,000 volunteers. In 2025, the program started focusing increasingly on urban areas, with over 700,000 seedlings planned and continued care for more than 2 mn trees already planted.
The program is implemented with local environmental NGOs: Mai Mult Verde, Act for Tomorrow, Pădurea Copiilor, Plantăm fapte bune în România and Adoptă un copac.
“Efficient Romania”, developed by Energy Policy Group (EPG) and financed by OMV Petrom, combines public awareness campaigns with hands-on renovation of public schools to nZEB (nearly Zero Energy Building) standards. Since its launch in 2019, the program completed refurbishments at schools in Ploiești, Băicoi, and Vernești, reducing energy consumption, by up to 60% annually, and integrating renewable energy sources like photovoltaic and solar thermal panels.
Through the ‘Let’s click on Romania’ program, supported by OMV Petrom and managed by Ateliere Fără Frontiere Association, used IT equipment is refurbished and donated to schools, NGOs and social institutions deficient in this regard, at the national level.
The program supports access to digital education and gives new value to decommissioned IT equipment through a circular economy process.
Educational Projects
We support initiatives that encourage equal access to quality education and support for national education system (formal and informal learning initiatives), technical and vocational education, infrastructure development, skills development for increasing employability, promotion of gender equality, as well as information campaigns on topics in the energy field, educational events (conferences, debates, roundtables), using of new technology and innovation in this area. Related SDGs: SDG 4 (Quality Education), SDG 5 (Gender Equality), SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth).
Find out more about our key projects:
Since 2024, OMV Petrom has supported the Social Change Accelerator with €2.6 mn.
The program, implemented by the Association for Community Relations and the Civil Society Development Foundation, supports Romanian NGOs through organizational development programs, grants, tools, resources and research to help them strengthen operations, fundraising, communication and representation.
Prahova Fund for Education
Since 2021, OMV Petrom has supported the Prahova Fund for Education with ~€2 mn. Coordinated by Fundația Comunitară Prahova, the fund supports education projects developed by NGOs, schools and public institutions in Prahova County, including projects related to basic school infrastructure, digital, STEAM and sports infrastructure.
Designing School and Community Spaces
Started in 2023, the Designing School and Community Spaces program brings together NGO and OMV Petrom volunteers to refurbish local spaces in Prahova communities, such as libraries, playgrounds and community centers.
OMV Petrom’s dual education program in petrochemistry is conducted with Lazăr Edeleanu High School in Ploiești and targets pupils who have completed 8th grade and are under 26 years old.
The three-year program offers specialized training, internships at Petrobrazi refinery and access to a modernized laboratory equipped by OMV Petrom. Students receive a monthly scholarship and additional financial support based on performance. Graduates obtain a recognized professional qualification and may access employment opportunities within OMV Petrom, depending on available roles and selection criteria.
Bucharest University of Economic Studies (ASE)
Through the Energizing Know-How partnership with the Bucharest University of Economic Studies, OMV Petrom supports academic initiatives such as professional case studies based on a Romanian company, ASE’s international accreditation efforts and curriculum updates in areas including SAP, Data Science and Project Management.
Petroleum-Gas University of Ploiești (UPG)
OMV Petrom has a long-standing partnership with the Petroleum-Gas University of Ploiești, supporting learning activities through knowledge-sharing programs and facility upgrades (laboratory equipment and photovoltaic systems, etc).
Some other significant projects and collaborations we supported:
- RenewAcad - a project focused on the job reconversion of miners towards renewable energy professions
- Oilmen School - an initiative which trains future professionals in the oil and gas industry
- Junior Achievement Romania - supports practical learning experiences for high school students
- Her Energy Academy - supports young female graduates in leadership development in the energy field
- CERC Boldești Scăeni Association - supported for after-school and social inclusion education for students and preschoolers in the Boldești Scăeni community.
Brand Initiatives
While the main focus of our social investments is related to the aforementioned pillars, some limited projects in the field of sports and culture can be implemented. Related SDGs: SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being).
The OMV Petrom Bucharest Half Marathon (BHM) is the 2nd largest event of its type in Romania. It promotes the principles of a healthy lifestyle, to the benefit of the community, in line with our principles. BHM nurtures a growing community of runners from all parts of Romania and from abroad, and brings added value to the local community thanks to sport tourism.
OMV Petrom has been one of the most important partners of the Bucharest Half Marathon even since its first edition in 2012. The partnership with BHM also brings benefits to our employees, with a growing number taking part in the event every year, adopting the principles of a healthy lifestyle promoted by the project.
The "Țară, țară, vrem campioane!" initiative is a long-term Romanian gymnastics development program launched in 2014 by legendary coaches Mariana Bitang and Octavian Bellu, with financial support from OMV Petrom, under the coordination of Casa Campionilor Foundation.
The program aims to identify, train and prepare young female talents from across the country for national and international gymnastics competitions, including the Olympics. Our contribution of over €2 mn has helped cover training equipment and facilities, recovery and medical support, participations in training camps, competitions and coaching development programs.
"Țară, țară, vrem campioane!" has produced rising stars like Ana Maria Bărbosu, Sabrina Maneca Voinea and Amalia Ghigoarță, who helped Romania qualify for the 2024 Olympic Games and reestablished Romania's presence in global gymnastics through medals at European and World Championships.
The "Energy for Performance" project is dedicated to supporting the new generation of Romanian rowing champions. Running over a period of five years, starting in 2024 and running until the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles, this project has a clear purpose: to support the selection and training of young rowers from all over the country.
The sponsorship for the Romanian Rowing Federation is meant to ensure essential training boats and equipment are purchased and training conditions are improved so that future champions have everything they need to reach their potential. Furthermore, in July 2026, a new sponsorship was granted for the construction of the PETROM Rowing Arena on Lake Pantelimon – Romania’s first Olympic rowing base.
OMV Petrom Foundation
Launched in 2022, OMV Petrom Foundation is building programs and supporting long-term investments in Romania. Its mission is to connect and develop communities.
Guided by values such as equity, integrity, responsibility towards society, empathy, the Foundation's long-term partnerships aim to build a better tomorrow for Romania and Romanians through education, health and environment programs.