Total is a multinational energy company committed to leveraging innovation and initiative to provide a sustainable response to the growing energy demand.

The fourth largest publicly-traded integrated international oil and gas company* and a world-class chemicals manufacturer, Total operates in more than 130 countries and has 96, 400 employees.

In addition to conducting our business according to the highest standards of professional behavior, we maintain an ongoing commitment to transparency, dialogue and respect for others.

We are strategically dedicated to meeting the challenges faced by all our businesses when developing natural resources, protecting the environment, integrating our operations into host country cultures, and dialoguing with civil society.

* based on market capitalization (in dollars) as of December 31, 2007