ZG Sustainability Report

FOCUS TOPIC

Good Health and Well-being [Chapter: S1-14] • ISO 45001-certified sites with a focus on occupational safety and health protection • P romotion of physical and mental health through health and wellbeing offerings • L ighting solutions support health, well-being and the human biorhythm Gender Equality [Chapter: S1-9] • P romotion of diversity, equal opportunities and inclusion throughout the organisation • M onitoring of relevant metrics such as the share of wo- men in leadership positions and the gender pay gap • Increase of the share of women in leadership positions to 23.5% Affordable and Clean Energy [Chapter: E1-5] • C ontinuous improvement of the energy efficiency of products and sites (share of renewable energy: 61.2%) • D evelopment of energy-efficient LED lighting and lighting management solutions (e.g. LightingGO) • S upporting customers in reducing their energy consump- tion and emissions Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure [Chapter: Innovation] • Innovation leadership as an essential part of the corporate strategy, with 112 new patent applications • D evelopment of intelligent lighting solutions, sensor technology and digital applications • U se of technological innovations to improve sustainability and energy efficiency

Quality Education [Chapter: S1-13] • R egular performance, career and development discussions • P romotion of specialist and leadership competencies for the long-term safeguarding of know-how • L ightingsolutionscreateoptimalconditionsforlearning, concentration and knowledge exchange Clean Water and Sanitation • Continuous implementation of environmental management measures at production sites • Resource-efficient use of water and ongoing optimisation of operational processes • Consideration of water-related environmental aspects within the integrated management system

Decent Work and Economic Growth [Chapter: GOV-3 & GOV-4]

• Promotion of safe, fair and attractive working conditions • ESG targets as a component of variable remuneration systems •

Embeddinghumanrights,occupationalhealthandsafety,and

fair labour standards along the value chain

Reduced Inequalities [Chapter: GOV-4 & Social-related Information] • P romotion of an inclusive corporate culture and equal de- velopment opportunities • Implementation of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion measures on a global level • C ontribution to the respect of human rights and the preven- tion of discrimination along the value chain

Sustainable Cities and Communities [Chapter: Lighting GO & Tridonic Examples]

Responsible Consumption and Production [Chapter: E5]

• Supporting sustainable infrastructure through connected lighting systems and sensor technology, as well as energy- efficient lighting solutions for buildings and cities • Improvement of the average energy efficiency of products placed on the market • More than 5,000 EPDs generated since the introduction of the EPD system Climate Action [Chapter: E1] • Successful achievement of the Scope 1 and Scope 2 emis- sion reduction target for production sites of 9,000 tCO₂e in FY 2025/26 • Focus on decarbonising the value chain and reducing emissions across the product life cycle • The Zumtobel Group’s Net-Zero target by 2050 is aligned with the SBTi Partnerships for the Goals [Chapter: S4] • S upporting suppliers on ESG and decarbonisation topics • A ctive collaboration along the value chain for the further development of sustainable products, services and busi- ness models • F uture-proofcustomersolutionsinthesmartbuilding sector are enabled through partnerships with Siemens, ABB and Legrand

• Circular economy as a strategic focus of the sustainability strategy, including through the application of the Circular Design Rules (CDRs) • Promotion of reuse, refurbishment and remanufacturing • Continuous initiatives to reduce waste • Development of circular products, services and business models Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions [Chapter: G1] • D ue diligence processes to protect human rights and ensure fulfilment of due diligence obligations • C ode of Conduct covers, among others, the following topics: bribery, corruption and conflict minerals, human rights • C ompliance training for risk-exposed positions and self-as- sessments by sales office

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