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The number of sites declaring events is monitored by the
Group’s Executive Committee, in the same way as the safety
indicators.
activities on climate change
Consequences of the Group’s
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evaluates, controls and aims to reduce the vulnerability of its
operations to the consequences of climate change
throughout the value chain.
regions with different exposure to climate change. The Group
whose consequences could impact on the Group’s
operations. Present in 67 countries, Saint-Gobain operates in
Climate change represents a challenge but also an
opportunity for Saint-Gobain. Its effects are having an
influence on numerous ecosystems throughout the world
businesses: to design, produce and supply materials and
solutions designed for comfort, performance and safety while
preserving the environment. This strategy aims to:
Saint-Gobain’s climate strategy is at the heart of its
chain;
environmental and financial impact thereof on the value
ensure a sustainable management of resources to limit the
has set itself internal objectives for 2025 vs 2010 for the
reduction in greenhouse gas emissions, energy
consumption, water and waste resulting from such
operations;
production activities. The long-term “zero environmental
accident” objectives and the maximum reduction in the
environmental impact of the Group’s activities call upon all
the divisions and define the scope of actions. Saint-Gobain
reduce discharges and direct and indirect emissions from
on use;
optimize energy efficiency in new construction, renovation
and industry, thus reducing greenhouse gas emissions. A
significant part of the Saint-Gobain product portfolio
consists of solutions that provide environmental benefits
improve energy efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas
emissions during the use of products and services.
Saint-Gobain offers solutions making it possible to
prevent the risks connected with disruptive climate events
that may test the continuity of our activities;
manage the risks connected with climate change over all
the Group’s operations and its value chain.