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An efficient and responsible Group Maximize the contribution for the planet and communities

IMPACT ON VALUE CHAIN Extraction and treatment of raw materials

Clients’ expectations Other stakeholders’ expectations

Manufacturing and distribution, in particular of construction materials Inclusion of recycled content into products; increased use of recycled material in industrial processes (gypsum, glass)

TYPE OF OPPORTUNITY OPPORTUNITY

RESOURCE USE Recycling

Replacement of natural raw materials with recycled materials; treatment of waste to

Increased demand for recycled products

Development of local recycling channels in response to the scarcity of resources

convert them into potential new raw materials

Reduction of water consumption

Limitation of withdrawals, especially in water-stressed areas

Use of operational methods that consume less water

Inclusion of the water needs of local populations into new construction and renovation projects Taking into account local climate specificities in the development of sustainable habitat solutions

Limiting water consumption in

buildings to anticipate the risk of water stress

GOODS AND SERVICES

Development of solutions for climate adaptation,

Development of low-carbon materials

Development of low-carbon methods to ensure safe and reliable operations

Cooperation with local actors to improve the resilience and adaptability of cities in relation to their exposure to physical risks Tighter regulations on GHG emissions, supporting investment in low-carbon products research

resilience and insurance risks

Development/ expansion of low-carbon products

Use of low-carbon materials

Designing products that have a low impact on the environment, or even avoid carbon emissions Development of digital tools to adjust energy consumption as closely as possible to needs

Increasing demand for low-carbon solutions

RESILIENCE

Participation in renewable energy programs and adoption of energy efficiency measures

Identification of regular and reliable sources of renewable energy supply

Development of solutions that combine habitat comfort and energy efficiency

Increased energy efficiency requirements, encouraged by

regulatory changes and public support programs for energy renovation

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