CORPORATE COMMITTMENT

As a responsible global citizen, Formica Group has established numerous programs of environmental management reflecting our belief that significant action must follow good intentions and ambitious goals.

• reduce energy use throughout the life of our products;
• reduce carbon emissions by developing renewable energy sources, waste-to-energy technologies and fuel-efficient freight activities;
• work with suppliers to increase recycled and eco-friendly content in our raw materials, making mandatory the use of fibers from sustainable forests.

Together with the Laminex Group, the Formica Group of companies forms the Laminates & Panels division of Fletcher Building and as such, shares the commitment of Fletcher Building to corporate leadership in sustainability. The information presented here summarizes the activities, achievements and goals of the Formica Group in the sphere of sustainable policies, programs and practices.

CORPORATE LEADERSHIP IN SUSTAINABILITY

Fletcher Building is committed to maintaining the long-term viability of our businesses by minimizing our impacts on the natural environment. We employ a range of strategies to support our sustainability goals, including the use of recycled materials as raw material and fuels, the use of renewable energy particularly biomass and the introduction of new technologies to improve energy efficiency.

• Ensure that our products and services lead to greater environmental efficiency in customers' buildings and infrastructure;
• Eliminate or minimize waste from products, services and workplaces; and
• Find and implement economical energy-efficient solutions for our businesses

Fletcher Building has formed an Executive Climate Change and Environmental Sustainability Council to direct and coordinate efforts to reduce the company's environmental footprint and to improve communications and effectiveness on these issues.

FURTHERING COMMITMENT

• Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)
• Government Environmental Regulations
• Climate Change and Energy
• Resources and Recycling
• Green Buildings and Infrastructure
• LEED Green Building Rating System
• Greenguard Environmental Institute
• Certified Wood