SIKA SUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS OCTOBER 2012 SIKA SERVICES AG / EHS, CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS

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1 SIKA SUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS OCTOBER 2012 SIKA SERVICES AG / EHS, CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS

2 STRATEGIC SUSTAINABILITY CHALLENGES FOR SIKA RESOURCE AND ENERGY DEMAND CLIMATE CHANGE WATER DEMAND POPULATION GROWTH 2

3 CHALLENGE #1: INCREASING DEMAND FOR RESOURCES AND ENERGY

4 SIKA SOLUTIONS FOCUS: ENERGY- AND RESOURCE-EFFICIENCY Concrete production Cement production Admixtures for quality concrete made with recycled aggregates Admixtures for on-site recycling of excavated material Grinding aids for energy-efficient cement production 4

5 SIKA SOLUTIONS FOCUS: ENERGY- AND RESOURCE-EFFICIENCY Sealing / bonding of insulating glass and windows Special sealant for argon-filled insulating glass Sealants ensure a tight building envelope and prevent energy loss through air exchange and wet insulation Bonding technology for energyefficient and lighter windows 5

6 CHALLENGE #2: CLIMATE CHANGE AND REGULATION OF THE CARBON ECONOMY

7 SIKA SOLUTIONS FOCUS: REDUCING GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS Switch to low carbon Adhesives for the solar industry Solar roofs Highly reflective liquid and roofing membranes 7

8 SIKA SOLUTIONS FOCUS: REDUCING GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS Wind energy Adhesives for the development of long-lasting wind turbines Protection against the elements Admixture technology 8

9 CHALLENGE #3: WATER SHORTAGE AND POOR WATER QUALITY

10 SIKA SOLUTIONS FOCUS: ENSURING WATER SUPPLY IN THE FUTURE Optimized water management Admixtures and mortars for watertight concrete Joint sealing systems for waterproof structures Internal coatings for the storage of potable water 10

11 SIKA SOLUTIONS FOCUS: ENSURING WATER SUPPLY IN THE FUTURE Waste Water Mortars for concrete repair Coatings for surface protection Waterproofing as integral environmental protection 11

12 CHALLENGE #4: POPULATION GROWTH AND URBANIZATION

13 SIKA SOLUTIONS FOCUS: CUSTOMIZED SOLUTIONS FOR EFFICIENT INFRASTRUCTURE Investing in public transportation Construction chemicals Technical equipment Waterproofing membranes Strengthening the structure Composite systems for durable infrastructure 13

14 SIKA SOLUTIONS FOCUS: CUSTOMIZED SOLUTIONS FOR EFFICIENT INFRASTRUCTURE Roofing systems for better urban climates Highly reflective membranes for cool roofs in hot climates Root resistant membranes for green roofs 14

15 SIKA SOLUTIONS FOR GREEN BUILDING PROGRAMS Sika Systems contribute towards the Green Building Certification rating by Choosing climate protection solution Recycling of roofing membranes Controlling storm water runoff with green roofs Reducing the heat island effect with HR membranes Using high performance thermal insulation 15

16 SIKA COOPERATIONS & COMMITMENTS Sika is certified according to ISO since Operations and strategies are aligned with universally accepted principles in the areas of human rights, labor, environment and anti-corruption We engage worldwide in sustainable construction and aim to effectively contribute to sustainable human progress Voluntary contract with Swiss government to reduce CO2-emissions. The contract covers about 20% of the worldwide CO2-emissions of Sika Sika focuses on projects managed by Living Lakes and supports the protection and rehabilitation of lakes, wetlands and their catchment areas 16

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18 SIKA SOLUTIONS PROVEN COMPETENCE