4 priorities and 12 commitments for sustainable development

Priority 1: Conserve resources and promote the circular economy

SUEZ ENVIRONNEMENT provides services that are essential for people’s well-being. In terms of managing natural resources, the Group has 2 commitments:

• maximise waste recycling and recovery rates,
• increase the technical yield of drinking water networks and reduce leaks.

Priority 2: Innovate to respond to environmental issues

Fighting climate change, increasing energy efficiency, producing renewable energy and preserving ecosystems are essential for SUEZ ENVIRONNEMENT.

Accordingly, SUEZ ENVIRONNEMENT has made 4 commitments:

• reduce greenhouse gas emissions,
• improve the energy efficiency of its operations,
• increase the production of renewable energy,
• incorporate biodiversity into site management.

Priority 3: Empower our employees as actors in Sustainable Development

The scope and effectiveness of the sustainable development initiative depends on the enthusiastic support of the men and women of SUEZ ENVIRONNEMENT. The company is committed to creating a working environment conducive to enhancing employee motivation, and professional development, to make them both actors and primary beneficiaries of this policy.

The Group therefore strives to:

• develop their professional know-how,
• continually work to improve workplace safety,
• promote diversity among the company’s employees.

Priority 4: Involve all stakeholders in fostering our development

SUEZ ENVIRONNEMENT undertakes to maintain open and constructive dialogue with its stakeholders in order to develop a strategy that truly reflects their reasonable expectations.

The Group therefore aims to:

• engage in active dialogue with stakeholders,
• act as key player in local sustainable development,
• provide regular and open communication about its sustainable development actions.