MAPEI and LEED: Making green easy

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1 proofs of Mapei s Greenness A history of commitment Since the 1980s, long before the need for healthier products was recognized, Mapei introduced a line of water-based, very-low volitile organic emission level adhesives and other products for building, which were first developed in its R&D Labs in Canada and then manufactured in all the Mapei plants. BioBlock technology This technology, developed by Mapei R&D Laboratories, has been incorporated into select products, such as adhesives, grouts and wall coatings, to help protect them from mold and mildew. Low Dust Technology Products, such as adhesives and cementitious grouts, containing this innovative Mapei technology benefit from a 90% reduction in the amount of dust released during their production, pouring, mixing and use compared with common Mapei cementitious products which contributes significantly to improved air quality, a cleaner environment and a cleaner jobsite. LEED-compliant products Mapei invests 5% of its annual revenue into Research and Development and 70% of its R&D efforts are directed to develop LEED-compliant products. Mapei manufactures more than 150 products, making it possible to obtain LEED credits. Green Label Plus certification This voluntary industry-testing program for products for textile floor and wall coverings and adhesives for ceramics establishes high standards for improving indoor air quality. Currently, more than 25 Mapei products have been approved for Green Label Plus certification. Environmentally focused R&D Mapei directs the efforts of its 10 R&D Labs to formulating ecologically sustainable solutions that maximize environmental and indoor air quality, and have low VOC content as well as a high percentage of recycled components. Italy Group Headquarters Mapei SpA Via Cafiero, Milan Tel Fax Internet: mapei@mapei.it Plants Robbiano di Mediglia (Milan) Latina EUROPE Austria Bulgaria France Germany Greece Hungary Norway AMERICAS Poland Portugal Russia Spain Switzerland United Kingdom MAPEI and LEED: Making green easy Our Green Policy Mapei s longstanding commitment to the environment extends to our facilities, products and processes from minimizing waste to maximizing use of recycled materials. In addition, the focus of our Research & Development efforts is to formulate ecologically sustainable products and systems which do not include solvents or pollutants and guarantee very low emission levels of volatile organic compounds. Mapei is a proud innovator of environmentally responsible solutions and a manufacturer of more than 150 products which make it possible to obtain LEED credits. 7 Energy-saving strategies Ongoing efficiency goals at Mapei plants focus on optimizing the consumption of energy in manufacturing operations. Mapei also offers solutions for constructing energy-saving buildings. Argentina Canada Puerto Rico U.S.A. Venezuela 8 Reduce, reuse, recycle strategies Mapei s 57 manufacturing plants use about 4% to 10% by weight of recycled post-industrial materials, except for Ultralite S1 s recycled content of more than 30%. The packaging materials are also eco-sustainable since they mostly use recycled materials rather than new raw materials (there are also water-soluble packagings, etc.). ASIA/OCEANIA Arab Emirates Australia China Hong Kong 9 Shipping strategies By shipping or sending efficiently using its own trains and manufacturing products near markets, Mapei reduces fuel use and minimizes truck transportation pollution. For instance, a 12-tank train is able to transport the same amount of goods transported by 36 trucks. Malasya Singapore Vietnam 10 New green construction New Mapei plants are being designed and built to achieve LEED certification. AFRICA Egypt Green education strategies Mapei s agenda of educational programs for professional installers and project designers includes specific courses on the use of Mapei eco-sustainable products and training courses for project designers. Global environmental management Mapei is a fully-fledged member of the chemical industry s global Responsible Care programme, their Environmental Management System has been certified according to ISO Standards and is registered with EMAS, which commits the company to producing annually an Environmental Declaration report. The company s Occupational Health & Safety Management System has also been certified according to OHSAS Visit for more about Mapei and the environment. C.P. MK (GB) 09/10 More than 150 MAPEI products, featuring the Green innovation mark, help to contribute valuable points toward LEED-certified projects. LEED - Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design. Certification developed by US Green Building Council, recognized in the United States and Canada for the design and construction of eco-compatible buildings. Carry out your eco-sustainable project with MAPEI

2 MAPEI and LEED: Making green easy The concept of eco-sustainability is nowadays a recurring theme. Unfortunately, this often over-used word is not always backed up by solid facts. MAPEI are firm believers in sustainable construction work which means savings in natural resources, water, energy and non-renewable materials along with a reduction in emissions and liquid and solid waste materials. For us, ecological building is not just a drop in the ocean, it is more like a stone tossed into a pond, a single action which sets off a chain reaction of events with far-reaching consequences. MAPEI s commitment to eco-sustainable building may be demonstrated by the latest figures. MAPEI invests 5% of annual turnover and 12% of their workforce in research and development activities. And 70% of this sum is channelled into the development of Eco products. As far back as the 1970 s, MAPEI launched a range of products with water dispersion and low solvent content qualities in to the market. This commitment was backed up by research programmes to develop products with a low emission level of volatile organic compounds (VOC) with no solvents. This development improves the quality of the air whilst using these products inside buildings; therefore as a result, the well-being of both those who apply the products and those who use the buildings are safeguarded. The ECO range was created. Since October 2005, the products in the ECO range, tested and certified by qualified international institutes such as the German TFI (Teppich Forschung Institut) and the American CRI (Carpet and Rug Institute), are certified and labelled as EMICODE EC1, very low emission of volatile organic compounds issued by GEV (Gemeinschaft Emissionskontrollierte Verlegewerkstoffe, Klebstoffe und Bauprodukte e.v.), an association which checks the emission levels of products for floors; MAPEI is also a member. Some Mapei products are also certified Blauer Engel: this award also guarantees the quality of the air for both floor layers and end users. Both GEV and Blauer Engel are extremely severe classification systems, which assess the possible emission levels of volatile organic compounds of products used in the building industry on a short-term basis (3 days) and on a long-term basis (28 days) from when they are applied, using special environmental simulation chambers. Both awards consider products to be low emission on the basis of their Total VOC (the sum of all volatile organic compounds released within a certain period of time after being laid) and the absence of emissions of carcinogenic composites, such as benzene, acetaldehyde, formaldehyde, dioxins, etc. Blauer Engel differs from other rating systems in that it is not divided into different classes, but is rather a single certification: the product either complies or does not comply with Blauer Engel. MAPEI also has a number of labels which guarantee their eco-sustainability according to the different requirements of local markets (for example, M1 certification for the Finnish market). MAPEI s contribution to the eco-sustainable building industry may be summarised as follows: The use of materials which improve the quality of the air: systems for laying floors and coatings with low emission levels of volatile organic compounds (VOC) and pre-blended products with low-dust technology which reduce the amount of dust given off when used by up to 90%. Products which contain recycled raw materials. The use of local raw materials leading to a reduction of CO2 emissions. Thermal insulation systems to reduce energy consumption for heating and cooling buildings. Long-lasting systems to increase the service life of work carried out. High-yield products with lower consumption and, therefore, a reduction of emission levels during the production, transport and use of the products. The synergy between these characteristics has allowed us to make complete systems available for our clients for preparing substrates and laying various types of coatings (parquet, ceramic, stone, resilients, textiles, etc.). An ECO-Sustainable system may comprise pre-blended mortars for normal and quick-setting screeds, primers to promote bonding, consolidating and waterproofing substances, thixotropic and self-levelling smoothing and levelling compounds and adhesives for laying ceramic and stone tiles, parquet, resilients and textiles. The concept of system therefore, which has always been a fundamental aspect of the MAPEI philosophy, is also valid for eco-sustainable building projects.

3 LEED According to the USGBC (U.S. Green Building Council), LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) represents excellence in energy and eco-sustainable design and encourages and accelerates the adoption of building practices and eco-sustainable development on a global scale through the creation and application of performance standards which are universally shared and accepted. LEED is a voluntary system based on consent, for the design, construction and administration of high-performance sustainable buildings. The LEED certification system is a standard which is applied in more than 100 countries worldwide including Italy, thanks to the commitment of GBC ITALIA which has created a local version, and indicates the requirements for constructing environmentally sustainable buildings in terms of energy and the consumption of environmental resources involved in the construction process. The Italian protocol is different to the American version regarding the classification of materials with low levels of emissions. In fact, the American LEED standards includes an assessment method for VOC based on SCAQMD (South Coast Air Quality Management District) Rule 1168, which is used to calculate VOC content in g/l. For the Italian protocol, on the other hand, low-emission materials are those products which comply with the GEV EC1 classification, and the assessment of VOC emissions is expressed in µg/m³. The Italian protocol, therefore, is much more severe than the American version. Along the entire process, from the design phase right up to the actual construction phase, LEED requires a global approach to the project which is considered a single entity, rather like a living organism. LEED certification supplies the market with a shared approach, a unique measurable standard for every aspect dealt with. Examples of design elements that contribute to LEED points Rooftop garden to replenish green space Natural-light, energy-efficient windows HVAC ventilation Mapei products for installing walls and floors with extremely low level of volatile organic compounds Indoor landscaping to improve air quality The average LEED-certified building uses 32% less electricity per year than a traditional building, according to the EPA. Water-efficient toilets Bicycle rack to encourage fuel conservation Recycled-water sprinklers For details, visit the U.S. Green Building Council s Website at Obligatory LEED certification LEED certification is obligatory for constructions for the USA federal government and the Canadian government. The private sector is also starting to require LEED certified buildings because their economic advantages (for example, a 32% saving in energy consumption) are well documented. There are also cases of Leed-certified projects in other countries. How can MAPEI help their customers BE GREEN? Environmental responsibility is the new priority for working practices and products adopted in the building industry. As the construction sector increases its understanding of green buildings, Mapei keeps up with the new developments by continuously increasing their range of innovative products and services which respect the Leed regulations. Numerous Mapei products in the four categories described in this article for laying floors respect Leed requirements. In fact, Mapei has developed products such as Ultralite S1 which contains 30% of recycled materials and Ultraflex S2 Mono and Ultraflex S2 Quick which also contain recycled materials. Mapei also offers the Ultrabond ECO range of adhesives, characterised by their extremely low emission level of volatile organic compounds (VOC). The innovative Low Dust technology applied in Keraflex Maxi S1 and Ultralite S1 mortars help reduce the amount of dust given off and, therefore, plays an important part in meeting LEED requirements regarding the quality of the air in buildings. Also, many products for laying floors are classified as EMICODE EC1. Another important Mapei product is the Mapetherm thermal insulation system, approved according to European Technical Approval ETA 04/0061 and guaranteed by the company s Work Replacement Policy. This system insulates against both heat and cold, solves the problem of thermal dispersion and offers a reduction in energy consumption and costs. It also increases the value of a property and guarantees well-being and comfort in all weather conditions. For walled buildings, Mapei has also developed products for renovating, protecting and decorating walled buildings. They are made using lime and Eco-pozzolan and solve the problem of the dehumidification of brick, stone and tuff walls, including those of historical interest, subject to deterioration caused by capillary rising damp. And, since humidity in the walls is expelled very quickly, rooms are more healthy and comfortable. In the following pages is a summary of MAPEI products for laying ceramic, stone, resilient, textile and wooden floors which help to gain credits for LEED certification.

4 Leed Gold certified project SAP ITALIA HEADQUARTERS - Vimercate, Italy Ultrabond Eco Fix 3 credits MAPEI helped the new Energy Park headquarters in Vimercate obtain the Leed certification, supplying Ultrabond Eco Fix adhesive for the installation of carpet tiles. A section dedicated to Mapei s commitment to eco-sustainability is available on Mapei web-site

5 Reference guide for Leed credits in compliance with Italian standards & RESOURCES (MR) (1) INDOOR ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY (Q.I.) LOW-EMITTING ADHESIVES, PRIMERS, SEALANTS, CEMENTITIOUS AND WOOD FINISHES MR Credit 4 MR Credit 5 MR Credit 6 Q.I. Credit 3.2 Q.I. Credit 4.1 Q.I. Credit 4.3 up to 2 Points up to 2 Points 1 Point 1 Point 1 Point 1 Point Reference guide for Leed credits in compliance with Italian standards & RESOURCES (MR) (1) INDOOR ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY (Q.I.) LOW-EMITTING ADHESIVES, PRIMERS, SEALANTS, CEMENTITIOUS AND WOOD FINISHES MR Credit 4 MR Credit 5 MR Credit 6 Q.I. Credit 3.2 Q.I. Credit 4.1 Q.I. Credit 4.3 up to 2 Points up to 2 Points 1 Point 1 Point 1 Point 1 Point SOUNDPROOFING SYSTEMS FOR FLOORING ADMIXTURES, BINDERS AND PRE- BLENDED MORTARS FOR SCREEDS LEVELLING COMPOUNDS Mapesonic CR Mapefluid N200 Mapefluid PZ500 Mapecem Mapecem Pronto Topcem Topcem Pronto Eporip Eporip Turbo Ultraplan Eco Ultraplan Ultraplan Maxi Plano 3 Fiberplan Nivoplan Planicrete Pianodur R Planolit Novoplan 21 Planopur Nivorapid Planipatch Pianocem M Planitex A Nivorapid + Latex Plus Planipatch + Latex Plus Mapelastic Mapelastic Smart WATERPROOFERS PRIMERS CEMENT-BASED CERAMIC TILES AND STONE MATERIAL (1) when the job-site is less than 350 km far from the production plant (1) when the job-site is less than 350 km far from the production plant Monolastic Monolastic Ultra Mapelastic AquaDefense Mapegum WPS Mapegum EPX / Mapegum EPX-T Primer G Primer G Conductive Livigum Primer S Mapeprim SP Mapeprim 1K Eco Prim T Eco Prim Grip Prosfas Primer MF Primer MF EC Plus Eco Prim PU 1K Eco Prim PU 1K Turbo Triblock P Primer 3296 Tixobond White Kerabond Kerabond T Kerafloor Keraset Kerabond + Isolastic Kerabond T + Isolastic Kerafloor + Isolastic 06 07

6 Reference guide for Leed credits in compliance with Italian standards & RESOURCES (MR) (1) INDOOR ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY (Q.I.) LOW-EMITTING ADHESIVES, PRIMERS, SEALANTS, CEMENTITIOUS AND WOOD FINISHES MR Credit 4 MR Credit 5 MR Credit 6 Q.I. Credit 3.2 Q.I. Credit 4.1 Q.I. Credit 4.3 up to 2 Points up to 2 Points 1 Point 1 Point 1 Point 1 Point Reference guide for Leed credits in compliance with Italian standards & RESOURCES (MR) (1) INDOOR ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY (Q.I.) LOW-EMITTING ADHESIVES, PRIMERS, SEALANTS, CEMENTITIOUS AND WOOD FINISHES MR Credit 4 MR Credit 5 MR Credit 6 Q.I. Credit 3.2 Q.I. Credit 4.1 Q.I. Credit 4.3 up to 2 Points up to 2 Points 1 Point 1 Point 1 Point 1 Point CEMENT-BASED CERAMIC TILES AND STONE MATERIAL SYNTHETIC RESIN- BASED ADHESIVES FOR CERAMIC TILES AND STONE MATERIAL GROUTS Keracrete + Keracrete Powder Adesilex P9 Adesilex P10 Adesilex P % Isolastic Keraflex Easy Keraflex Keraflex Maxi S1 Ultralite S1 Ultraflex S2 Mono Ultraflex S2 Quick Adesilex P4 Planobond Elastorapid Granirapid Keraquick Keraquick + Latex Plus Adesilex P22 Adesilex P25 Ultramastic 2 Ultramastic III Ultramastic 5 Fix & Grout Brick Keralastic Keralastic T Kerapoxy Adhesive Ultracolor Plus Keracolor SF Keracolor FF Keracolor GG GROUTS ELASTIC SEALANTS THE INSTALLATION OF RESILIENT AND TEXTILE COVERINGS (1) when the job-site is less than 350 km far from the production plant (1) when the job-site is less than 350 km far from the production plant Keracolor FF + Fugolastic Keracolor GG + Fugolastic Maxifuga Keracolor PPN Kerapoxy Kerapoxy Design Kerapoxy CQ Kerapoxy P Kerapoxy IEG Kerapoxy SP Flexcolor Mapeflex PU45 Mapeflex PU50 SL Mapeflex PU20 Mapeflex PU21 Mapeflex PU30 Ultrabond Eco 170 Ultrabond Eco 185 Aquacol T Mapecryl Eco Ultrabond Eco Fix Rollcoll Ultrabond Eco 350 Ultrabond Eco 380 Ultrabond Eco V4 SP Ultrabond Eco VS90 Ultrabond Eco 520 Ultrabond Eco 540 Adesilex V

7 Reference guide for Leed credits in compliance with Italian standards & RESOURCES (MR) (1) INDOOR ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY (Q.I.) LOW-EMITTING ADHESIVES, PRIMERS, SEALANTS, CEMENTITIOUS AND WOOD FINISHES MR Credit 4 MR Credit 5 MR Credit 6 Q.I. Credit 3.2 Q.I. Credit 4.1 Q.I. Credit 4.3 up to 2 Points up to 2 Points 1 Point 1 Point 1 Point 1 Point Reference guide for Leed credits in compliance with Italian standards & RESOURCES (MR) (1) INDOOR ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY (Q.I.) LOW-EMITTING ADHESIVES, PRIMERS, SEALANTS, CEMENTITIOUS AND WOOD FINISHES MR Credit 4 MR Credit 5 MR Credit 6 Q.I. Credit 3.2 Q.I. Credit 4.1 Q.I. Credit 4.3 up to 2 Points up to 2 Points 1 Point 1 Point 1 Point 1 Point THE INSTALLATION OF RESILIENT AND TEXTILE COVERINGS THE INSTALLATION OF WOOD COVERINGS Ultrabond Aqua-Contact Ultrabond Aqua-Contact Cork Adesilex G19 Adesilex G20 Adesilex UP71 Adesilex G12 Ultrabond Eco V4 Conductive Aquacol T Conductive Adesilex G19 Conductive Adesilex MT32 Adesilex TDV Adesilex VS45 Ultrabond Eco 575 Ultrabond Super Grip Adesilex LC/R Adesilex LC/RP Adesilex LC Adesivil D3 Ultrabond S965 1K Ultrabond Eco S945 1K Ultrabond Eco S955 1K Lignobond Ultrabond P902 2K Ultrabond P913 2K Ultrabond P990 1K Ultrabond P997 1K T Ultrabond Eco P992 1K Silwood Ultracoat P920 2K PAINTS, STUCCOS, BASE COATS, OILS AND COLOURED SEALANTS FOR WOODEN FLOORING (1) when the job-site is less than 350 km far from the production plant (1) when the job-site is less than 350 km far from the production plant Ultracoat P920 S-T Ultracoat P915 Ultracoat P925 Ultracoat Oil 10 11

8 Reference guide for Leed credits in compliance with US standards Reference guide for Leed credits in compliance with US standards & RESOURCES (MR) INDOOR ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY (Q.I.) & RESOURCES (MR) INDOOR ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY (Q.I.) (1) ADHESIVES & SEALANTS LOW-EMITTING PAINTS &FINISHES (1) ADHESIVES & SEALANTS LOW-EMITTING PAINTS &FINISHES SOUNDPROOFING SYSTEMS FOR FLOORING ADMIXTURES, BINDERS AND PRE- BLENDED MORTARS FOR SCREEDS LEVELLING COMPOUNDS MR Credit 4 MR Credit 5 MR Credit 6 Q.I. Credit 3.2 Q.I. Credit 4.1 IEQ Credito 4.2 Q.I. Credit 4.3 up to 2 Points up to 2 Points 1 Point 1 Point 1 Point 1 Point 1 Point Mapesonic CR Mapefluid N200 Mapefluid PZ500 Mapecem (2) Mapecem Pronto (2) Topcem (2) Topcem Pronto (2) Eporip (2) Eporip Turbo Ultraplan Eco (2) Ultraplan (2) Ultraplan Maxi (2) Plano 3 (2) Fiberplan (2) Nivoplan (2) Planicrete Pianodur R (2) Planolit (2) Novoplan 21 (2) Planopur (2) Nivorapid (2) Planipatch (2) Pianocem M (2) Planitex A (2) Nivorapid + Latex Plus (2) Planipatch + Latex Plus (2) Mapelastic Mapelastic Smart (1) when the job-site is less than 500 miles far from the production plant (2)These products are not included in the LEED category concerning indoor environmental quality. However, they have been characterized as low-emitting materials, in compliance with standards. WATERPROOFERS PRIMERS CEMENT-BASED CERAMIC TILES AND STONE MATERIAL MR Credit 4 MR Credit 5 MR Credit 6 Q.I. Credit 3.2 Q.I. Credit 4.1 IEQ Credito 4.2 Q.I. Credit 4.3 up to 2 Points up to 2 Points 1 Point 1 Point 1 Point 1 Point 1 Point Monolastic Monolastic Ultra Mapelastic AquaDefense Mapegum WPS Mapegum EPX / Mapegum EPX-T Primer G Primer G Conductive Livigum Primer S Mapeprim SP Mapeprim 1K Eco Prim T Eco Prim Grip Prosfas Primer MF Primer MF EC Plus Eco Prim PU 1K Eco Prim PU 1K Turbo Triblock P Primer 3296 Kerabond Kerafloor Keraset Kerabond + Isolastic Kerafloor + Isolastic Keracrete + Keracrete Powder Adesilex P9 Adesilex P10 (1) when the job-site is less than 500 miles far from the production plant (2)These products are not included in the LEED category concerning indoor environmental quality. However, they have been characterized as low-emitting materials, in compliance with standards

9 Reference guide for Leed credits in compliance with US standards Reference guide for Leed credits in compliance with US standards & RESOURCES (MR) INDOOR ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY (Q.I.) & RESOURCES (MR) INDOOR ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY (Q.I.) (1) ADHESIVES & SEALANTS LOW-EMITTING PAINTS &FINISHES (1) ADHESIVES & SEALANTS LOW-EMITTING PAINTS &FINISHES CEMENT-BASED CERAMIC TILES AND STONE MATERIAL SYNTHETIC RESIN- BASED ADHESIVES FOR CERAMIC TILES AND STONE MATERIAL GROUTS MR Credit 4 MR Credit 5 MR Credit 6 Q.I. Credit 3.2 Q.I. Credit 4.1 IEQ Credito 4.2 Q.I. Credit 4.3 up to 2 Points up to 2 Points 1 Point 1 Point 1 Point 1 Point 1 Point Adesilex P % Isolastic Keraflex Easy Keraflex Keraflex Maxi S1 Ultralite S1 Ultraflex S2 Mono Ultraflex S2 Quick Adesilex P4 Planobond Elastorapid Granirapid Keraquick Keraquick + Latex Plus Adesilex P22 Adesilex P25 Ultramastic 2 Ultramastic III Fix & Grout Brick Keralastic Keralastic T Kerapoxy Adhesive Ultracolor Plus Keracolor SF Keracolor FF Keracolor GG Keracolor FF + Fugolastic Keracolor GG + Fugolastic Maxifuga Keracolor PPN (1) when the job-site is less than 500 miles far from the production plant (2)These products are not included in the LEED category concerning indoor environmental quality. However, they have been characterized as low-emitting materials, in compliance with standards. GROUTS ELASTIC SEALANTS THE INSTALLATION OF RESILIENT AND TEXTILE COVERINGS MR Credit 4 MR Credit 5 MR Credit 6 Q.I. Credit 3.2 Q.I. Credit 4.1 IEQ Credito 4.2 Q.I. Credit 4.3 up to 2 Points up to 2 Points 1 Point 1 Point 1 Point 1 Point 1 Point Kerapoxy Kerapoxy Design Kerapoxy CQ Kerapoxy P Kerapoxy IEG Kerapoxy SP Flexcolor Mapesil AC Mapesil LM Mapesil Z Plus Mapeflex PU45 Mapeflex PU50 SL Mapeflex PU20 Mapeflex PU21 Mapeflex PU30 Ultrabond Eco 170 Ultrabond Eco 185 Aquacol T Mapecryl Eco Ultrabond Eco Fix Rollcoll Ultrabond Eco 350 Ultrabond Eco 380 Ultrabond Eco V4 SP Ultrabond Eco VS90 Ultrabond Eco 520 Ultrabond Eco 540 Adesilex V4 Ultrabond Aqua-Contact (1) when the job-site is less than 500 miles far from the production plant (2)These products are not included in the LEED category concerning indoor environmental quality. However, they have been characterized as low-emitting materials, in compliance with standards

10 Reference guide for Leed credits in compliance with US standards Reference guide for Leed credits in compliance with US standards & RESOURCES (MR) INDOOR ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY (Q.I.) & RESOURCES (MR) INDOOR ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY (Q.I.) (1) ADHESIVES & SEALANTS LOW-EMITTING PAINTS &FINISHES (1) ADHESIVES & SEALANTS LOW-EMITTING PAINTS &FINISHES THE INSTALLATION OF RESILIENT AND TEXTILE COVERINGS THE INSTALLATION OF WOOD COVERINGS PAINTS, STUCCOS, BASE COATS, OILS AND COLOURED SEALANTS FOR WOODEN FLOORING MR Credit 4 MR Credit 5 MR Credit 6 Q.I. Credit 3.2 Q.I. Credit 4.1 IEQ Credito 4.2 Q.I. Credit 4.3 up to 2 Points up to 2 Points 1 Point 1 Point 1 Point 1 Point 1 Point Ultrabond Aqua-Contact Cork Adesilex G19 Adesilex G20 Adesilex UP71 Adesilex G12 Ultrabond Eco V4 Conductive Aquacol T Conductive Adesilex G19 Conductive Adesilex MT32 Adesilex TDV Adesilex VS45 Ultrabond Eco 575 Ultrabond Super Grip Adesilex LC/R Adesilex LC/RP Adesilex LC Ultrabond S965 1K Ultrabond Eco S945 1K Ultrabond Eco S955 1K Lignobond Ultrabond P902 2K Ultrabond P913 2K Ultrabond P990 1K Ultrabond P997 1K T Ultrabond Eco P992 1K Silwood Ultracoat P920 2K Ultracoat P920 S-T Ultracoat P925 (1) when the job-site is less than 500 miles far from the production plant (2)These products are not included in the LEED category concerning indoor environmental quality. However, they have been characterized as low-emitting materials, in compliance with standards. MR Credit 4 MR Credit 5 MR Credit 6 Q.I. Credit 3.2 Q.I. Credit 4.1 IEQ Credito 4.2 Q.I. Credit 4.3 up to 2 Points up to 2 Points 1 Point 1 Point 1 Point 1 Point 1 Point Ultracoat Oil (1) when the job-site is less than 500 miles far from the production plant (2)These products are not included in the LEED category concerning indoor environmental quality. However, they have been characterized as low-emitting materials, in compliance with standards

11 The GEV Testing Method for VOC calculation: ENVIRONMENTAL TEST CHAMBERS The quality of indoor air is strongly influenced by volatile organic compounds released from floors, walls, furniture, adhesives, paint Adhesives, self-levelling products, primers and materials generally used in the building industry are analysed in environmental test chambers to assess their emission levels of VOC into the air (the GEV testing method) and classified with an EMICODE class N. This system has been registered by GEV to classify products with controlled emission levels: EMICODE EC1: very low emission level EMICODE EC2: low emission level Parameter Value Tolerance Temperature 23 C ±2 C Relative humidity 50 % ±5% Velocity of air replacement 0.5 h h -1 Load factor 0.45 m 2 /m 3 ±0.02 m 2 /m 3 Air flow rate max 0.2m/s EMICODE EC3: not low emission level In particular, in order to apply the EMICODE EC1mark on adhesives, the residual emission level of volatile organic compounds given off by the said adhesives, measured 10 days after laying, must be less than 500 µg/m 3 of air. The EMICODE EC1 mark is also applied on primers (residual emission level after 10 days < 100 µg/m 3 of air), cementitious mortars such as smoothing and levelling compounds, pre-blended mortars for screeds and adhesives for ceramic tiles (residual emission level after 10 days < 200 µg/m 3 of air), insulation substrates (residual emission level after 1 day < 500 µg/m 3 of air) and finishes for wooden flooring (residual emission level after 10 days < 150 µg/m 3 of air). Environmental test chambers for VOC calculation The test chambers, made from steel and glass, have a volume of 210 litres, controlled humidity and temperature (T= C; RH= %) and a load factor of 0.45 m²/m³. This parameter is the ratio between the surface of the test sample and the volume of the chamber and simulates a typical situation in a normal apartment. The chamber is flushed with nitrogen at a given flow rate and speed so that the air in the chamber is completely replaced every two hours.

12 The sample is mixed, weighed and applied on a non-absorbent glass plate. At pre-set times, a sample of air is drawn from the chamber with a pump connected to an adsorbent cartridge which captures all the volatile compounds present in the air in the chamber. The test sample is transferred into the test chamber immediately after preparation. The cartridges are then developed using a thermal desorber. The volatile organic compounds are separated by gas chromatography, identified with a mass detector and quantified with a flame ionization detector.