Guiding principles of Tognum environmental policy

Environmental protection is among the fundamental corporate objectives of the Tognum Group. Our environmental management system ensures that all environmental regulations and statutes are complied with and our environmental targets are achieved. The Tognum environmental policy is summarized below. It is based on five guiding principles. More detailed information can be obtained from the contacts detailed below.

1. We continuously strive to improve the ecological balance of our products and production processes.

"…The aim is the continual improvement of environmental protection in the Tognum Group over and above compliance with statutory environmental regulations..."

2. We develop environmentally sound products.

"…We aim to develop high-quality and environmentally sound solutions for our products and their methods of production, and work constantly in the areas of service and after-sales..."

3. We design all stages of production to be as environmentally friendly as possible.

"… We regularly assess the environmental effects of our production processes and draw from them objectives for future action…"

4. We aim to achieve an exemplary ecological balance worldwide.

"…It is our aim to act in an ecologically exemplary manner at all of our locations and to continually improve environmental protection through progressive environmental management..."

5. We keep our workforce and the public informed.

"…We maintain an open dialogue on environmental matters with staff, associations, and the interested public...."

Tognum recognizes its social responsibility and is committed to the principles upon which the United Nations’ Global Compact is based.

Tognum supports this initiative of the United Nations and is convinced that social responsibility is an important factor for the long-term success of the Group.

Environmental, social and financial commitment is based on an understanding of what it is to be proactive and take personal responsibility. Only companies that are financially healthy and competitive in the international arena can contribute to the solution of social problems. The social responsibility assumed by a company depends on the sectors and markets in which the company operates. When a company focuses on certain ecological and social activities, this leads to competition in terms of the most sustainable corporate practices. 'Good Practice' examples, external codes, guidelines or standards can help the company orientate itself, in order to formulate internal principles and establish management systems.

For Tognum, acting in a financially, ecologically and socially responsible way means safeguarding future competency and innovativeness, based on financial success. Tognum supports sustainable social and ecological development above and beyond the statutory obligations of the company.

-	Tognum respects internationally recognized human rights, the protection of its employees security and health, as well as the principles of cooperation in a spirit of partnership and of equal opportunities at work.
-	Tognum applies internal monitoring systems for the protection of the Group and to secure compliance with the law and internal regulations.
-	Tognum strives to continually improve the quality of its products and services and is committed to sustainable environmental protection.
-	Tognum opposes discrimination, exploitative working conditions and corruption.
-	The contact persons for the clarification of the Code of Conduct and the explanation of the possible consequences of non-compliance with it are the management.