Board Converting News, March 10, 2025

Elkem Sets Sustainability Goals

as renewable energy, energy storage, mobility solutions, infrastructure improvements, digitalization and healthcare. The increasing demand for low-carbon technologies and products, such as solar panels, batteries and electrical

Oslo, Norway based Elkem has engineered silicone re- lease coatings in a wide range of formats, including sol- vent-based, water-dilutable emulsion formulations, sol- ventless thermal and UV. The company has prioritized sustainability and the environment with its latest product enhancements. Elkem has been committed to developing its business in accordance with the UN Sustainable Development Goals and the Paris agreement. This is an important com- mitment to society at large, whereby Elkem will develop products consistent with a low carbon society. The goal is to minimize the environmental impact of these products. For Elkem, sustainability is central to its business strat- egy. Fundamental to Elkem’s strategy is adhering to long- term megatrends — like sustainability, energy demand, urbanization, increased standard of living, aging and grow- ing population, and digitalization. This will drive growth in demand for advanced materials, including silicones, sili- con and carbon solutions. For Elkem, increased attention on sustainability in so- ciety is a great opportunity, the company states. Elkem’s products are critical input factors to a vast number of ap- plications that are necessary in sustainable solutions such

vehicles, will therefore increase demand for several of Elkem’s product segment within silicones, silicon and fer- ro-alloys. Elkem has decided to focus on some key areas within sustainability, which are highligted in its materiality anal- ysis. The accelerating need to understand the risks, op- portunities and challenges and non-financial reporting in- fluences Elkem’s sustainability work. Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) has become an important acronym for the 2020s, and ESG is increasingly important among our stakeholders. Elkem needs a strong ESG profile and performance in order to meet expectations as we position for the future.

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