Sustainability Data (Online Update 2007)

A sustainability database called SEED (social, economical, and environmental data) is the basis for the auditing and goal setting of Sulzer’s sustainability efforts. Sulzer uses SEED to collect, validate, and report internally and externally on corporation's sustainability data. The data set, which contains key indicators for environmental, health, safety, quality, and social issues, is continually improved and updated to help Sulzer appropriately assess its performance as well as to meet the needs of external stakeholders and reporting criteria. More

Economical Sustainability

Value-based economic performance is the foundation for sustainable development. Sulzer aims for growth and high profitability by following three principles: first, operational excellence, followed by organic growth, and, subsequently, external growth. All divisions operate in attractive markets and have high value-creation potential due to their leading market positions. Specific Remarks on Collected Data Map of assessed sites Value added

Social Sustainability

Sulzer considers it a major responsibility to provide experiences and chances to develop that enhance an individual’s employability and allow him/her to navigate successfully through the changes in our company and its environment. Geografical Spread Function Type Age Spread Share of Women Apprenticeship and Training Training Hours Working Time and Vacation Employee Satisfaction Incidents Affecting Society Third Party Awards Occupational Accidents and Illness Non-Occupational Accidents and Illness Memberships

Ecological Sustainability

Rising prices for resources due to increasing scarcity set the challenges for the future: the efficiency of products and production has to be improved continuously. Energy Consumption Energy Source Mix Greenhouse Gases Photosmog Ozone Depleting Substances Acidification Potential Water Consumption Waste and Recycling Land Use Overview of Environmental Impact Extrapolation to the Entire Corporation