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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.

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 ‹ improve energy efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas ‹ emissions during the use of products and services. Saint-Gobain offers solutions making it possible to 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 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.

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 ‹

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