Implementation, monitoring and control of the commitments

The 3 pillars and 12 commitments of the 2012-2016 Sustainable Development Road Map apply to all employees of SUEZ ENVIRONNEMENT. They are integrated into the operational management of the Group and of its subsidiaries through action plans corresponding to the objectives presented in this document. The objectives to achieve by 31 December 2016 are implemented within the subsidiaries, based on their situation on 31 December 2012.

Performance in relation to the 12 commitments is measured regularly by indicators, at the scale of sites and contracts, and at the consolidated level of the Group, so that it can carry out its activity and demonstrate progress achieved.

It is also examined during financial performance reviews and budget setting, according to a frequency which is specific to each subsidiary – at least once a year.

When analysing the investments proposed to them, the investment committees take into account the need to adapt to the objectives corresponding to the 12 commitments.

Finally, the internal audit and control department integrates several aspects of the implementation of the Sustainable Development policy into their programme and organisation, in coordination with the Group’s Sustainable Development department.