2012 Annual Report - Italcementi Group

Diversity
Diversity is a source of energy and value that fuels our growth. We aim to create an environment of trust and
belonging where differences add value and where everyone feels part of our world. For sustainable
globalisation to succeed we must capture and redistribute local knowledge and experience for the benefit of
the whole Group.
In this respect, ensuring equal opportunities is key for success. Italcementi Group aims at:
increasing the percentage of management positions held by women up to 20%.
systematically supporting all managers with focused training and operating tools to manage and valorise
diversity
Efficiency
We strive for operational excellence by combining the technical expertise and cost management necessary to
be a globally effective and efficient building materials manufacturer. We add value by delivering consistently
high quality products and services customised to each local market around the world.
CO 2 intensity, related to direct or indirect emissions, is a representative indicator of global efficiency, as it
combines most of the key levers to industrial excellence. Italcementi Group endorses a strategy leading to:
cementitious products with less than 600 kg CO 2 per tonne;
captive or offset production of renewable power up to 10% of the total electrical energy demand of
production sites.
Responsibility
Our long term commitment to sustainability seeks to combine profitable economic performance with protecting
the environment and improving the quality of life for present and future generations.
Biodiversity loss and water scarcity are possibly the most worrying challenges for the planet, also triggered by
climate change. In this respect, Italcementi Group aims at implementing:
biodiversity management systems, integrated with the rehabilitation plans, at all its extraction sites,
prioritizing quarries in sensitive areas;
sustainable water management at all its industrial and civil sites, from sourcing, through uses, to releases.
Innovation
We believe in the importance of innovation not only in the development of new products, applications and
services, but also in our management approach. We must embrace change and be open to new ideas in order
to attract the best talents.
Sustainable products and applications are essential to align the Group’s portfolio to the changing expectations
of markets. Responsible sourcing is one of the key tools. Italcementi Group strives to:
increasing the percentage of cement products with at least 10% of recycled materials, up to 30% of total
product range;
increasing the average content of recycled materials in concrete up to 10%.
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