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Breedon — ESG Presentation (September 2021)
33 slides from Breedon's sustainability presentation, September 2021
Slide 1: Breedon Group ESG Investor Presentation
ASHWOOD DALE QUARRY, BUXTON BREEDON GROUP ESG INVESTOR PRESENTATION September 2021
Slide 2: Agenda
Agenda Executive summary and priorities [slide 3] Introduction to Breedon Our purpose and approach to sustainability [slides 4-7] Governance The QCA code, Breedon’s Board and committees, Our focus on sustainability [slides 8-16] Making a material difference to the planet Climate Change and E
Slide 3: Executive summary and priorities
Executive summary and priorities Committed to developing a sustainable business model that creates value for all stakeholders Newly defined purpose and values determine the culture of the business and support Breedon’s strategic delivery Focused on delivering industry best practice standards o
Slide 4: A leading construction materials group
A leading construction materials group Leading construction materials business in Great Britain and Ireland Broad reach with a national footprint Cement GB ‒ Approximately 3,500 employees across c.350 facilities 19% 67% ‒ Two cement plants; national network of quarries, ready-mixed concrete and
Slide 5: Our strategy to deliver sustainable growth
Our strategy to deliver sustainable growth Our purpose is to make a material The resources we use to produce our The Group is focused on construction difference to the lives of our products are scarce and valuable, so it materials markets that deliver long colleagues, customers and is vital th
Slide 6: A clear purpose and values at the heart of our business
A clear purpose and values at the heart of our business Breedon is an inherently local business with a wide range of stakeholders Breedon’s Purpose The Group seeks to benefit all of these groups, from the To make a material communities in which it operates and the customers it difference to the
Slide 7: We are committed to industry best practice standards of sustainability
We are committed to industry best practice standards of sustainability The Group became a full member of the Global Cement and Concrete Association (GCCA) in 2018, which drives responsibility in the global manufacture and use of cement and concrete and which encourages compliance with their Sustai
Slide 8: Governance
Governance 8 ESG INVESTOR PRESENTATION • SEPTEMBER 2021
Slide 9: Fully compliant with the QCA Corporate Governance Code
Fully compliant with the QCA Corporate Governance Code Breedon recognises the importance of sound corporate governance QCA CORPORATE GOVERNANCE CODE PRINCIPLES The Group is fully compliant with the QCA Corporate Principle 1: Establish a strategy and business model which promotes long-term value
Slide 10: Effective relationships with our stakeholders
Effective relationships with our stakeholders The Board is committed to and actively encourages effective relationships and communication with the Group’s stakeholders so that a greater understanding of each others needs may be realised We believe that by taking into account stakeholder interest
Slide 11: Strong, experienced and diverse Board
Strong, experienced and diverse Board The Breedon Board has been significantly refreshed in recent years, bringing greater independence, diversity and relevant corporate experience Amit Bhatia Rob Wood James Brotherton Carol Hui Pauline Lafferty Helen Miles Clive Watson Non-executive Chairman Chief
Slide 12: Nomination Committee
Nomination Committee Focused on maintaining a strong and effective leadership team Key duties: Members Regularly review the structure, size and composition of the Board and make recommendations with regard to any changes Amit Bhatia Succession plan for directors and other senior executives, taki
Slide 13: Audit Committee
Audit Committee Focused on ensuring high standards of financial governance Key duties: Members Monitor the integrity of the Financial Statements and ensure that the interests of shareholders are properly protected in Clive Watson relation to financial reporting and internal control Chair Monitor
Slide 14: Clear and robust risk management framework
Clear and robust risk management framework Board Risk Heat Table (2020) Responsible for the Group’s systems of risk management and internal control and for reviewing their effectiveness Audit Committee Reviews the suitability and effectiveness of risk management processes and internal controls on be
Slide 15: Remuneration Committee
Remuneration Committee Committed to incentives that are competitive and consistent with Breedon’s ambitions Key duties: Members Determine and agree with the Board the broad policy for the remuneration of the Group Board Executive Directors, the Pauline Lafferty Chairman and any other members of th
Slide 16: Good governance underpins our focus on sustainability
Good governance underpins our focus on sustainability Breedon aims to make a material difference on the areas that are most material to us and to our stakeholders in terms of importance and impact and in doing so we aim to create shared value Making a material difference to the environment Making a
Slide 17: Making a material difference to the planet
Making a material difference to the planet 17 ESG INVESTOR PRESENTATION • SEPTEMBER 2021
Slide 18: Making a material difference to the planet: Climate change and energy
Making a material difference to the planet: Climate change and energy We acknowledge that climate change is a material risk that is increasing in likelihood and impact. Whilst our sector will face challenges to decarbonise by 2050, there are opportunities for our products to enable a lower carbon, r
Slide 19: Making a material difference to the planet: Circular economy
Making a material difference to the planet: Circular economy Our focus is on the efficient use of natural resources throughout their life cycle. In addition to considering the extraction, production and transportation impacts of our products, we consider incorporating secondary materials and we prov
Slide 20: Making a material difference to the planet: Environment and nature
Making a material difference to the planet: Environment and nature We carefully manage the environmental impacts of our operations, reducing emissions to air and water and enhancing biodiversity and habitats. Current initiatives and progress 2021 focus areas Environment • ISO 14001 certification mai
Slide 21: Making a material difference to people
Making a material difference to people 21 ESG INVESTOR PRESENTATION • SEPTEMBER 2021
Slide 22: Making a material difference to people: Social responsibility
Making a material difference to people: Social responsibility We are committed to make a positive contribution to the quality of life of our colleagues, their families and the communities around our operations. Current initiatives and progress 2021 focus areas Developing and empowering a diverse, ta
Slide 23: Strong community relations is central to maintaining our licence to operate
Strong community relations is central to maintaining our licence to operate Breedon’s national network of local relationships is a key competitive advantage Developing and sustaining good relationships with local authorities, landowners and communities is central to the success of our business a
Slide 24: Making a material difference to places
Making a material difference to places 24 ESG INVESTOR PRESENTATION • SEPTEMBER 2021
Slide 25: Making a material difference to places: Contributing to a sustainable built environment
Making a material difference to places: Contributing to a sustainable built environment We collaborate and engage with our customers and our suppliers to develop innovative products and services that enable resource efficient or low carbon sustainable construction solutions Current initiatives and p
Slide 26: Our focus areas are underpinned by fundamental operating principles
Our focus areas are underpinned by fundamental operating principles 26 ESG INVESTOR PRESENTATION • SEPTEMBER 2021
Slide 27: Our fundamental operating principles: Responsible business
Our fundamental operating principles: Responsible business We embed our values into our actions to ensure that we act safely, ethically, responsibly and transparently. Current initiatives and progress 2021 focus areas Health, safety and wellbeing • Reinforcing our existing Visible Felt Leadership pr
Slide 28: Appendix
Appendix 28 ESG INVESTOR PRESENTATION • SEPTEMBER 2021
Slide 29: Breedon's remuneration framework
Breedon’s remuneration framework Key elements Operation Maximum opportunity Performance conditions Base salary • Reviewed annually or on a significant change of • No maximum salary • None To provide a competitive base salary responsibilities • Increases will normally be broadly in line with the refl
Slide 30: GCCA Sustainability Charter Pillars and Reporting
GCCA Sustainability Charter Pillars and Reporting a) Apply the good safety practice guidelines of the GCCA HEALTH AND SAFETY b) Promote the sharing of good health practices c) Report annually to the GCCA employee safety data in line with guidelines CLIMATE CHANGE a) Develop a climate change mitigati
Slide 31: Breedon's development, commercial and management programmes
Breedon’s development, commercial and management programmes Apprenticeships Trainee programmes Higher Education Breedon Management Breedon Commercial Programme Development Development Programme (BMDP) Programme (BCDP) 30+ to be appointed in started in 2019 with 17 7 successful completions 12 complet
Slide 32: Breedon Group Sharesave Scheme
Breedon Group Sharesave Scheme 32 ESG INVESTOR PRESENTATION • SEPTEMBER 2021
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