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Serving society

Our vision

❚❚Incorporating social commitment into all ❚❚Involving employees in social causes
company decisions. through participation in sporting, cultural
and educational activities.
❚❚Contributing to the development of mu-
nicipalities where the company operates.

❚❚Ensuring citizens see us as company that
provides value to their town.

Main figures 2013 2014 2015 €

Investment in social activities* 387,968 416,700 333,649

Collaborations on sporting activities 31,940 71,105 52,108 €

Collaborations with universities 8,200 8,200 2,440 €

* Corresponds to sponsors and collaborations, always in line with the company's sponsor policy. Does not include donations or costs of materials used
to organise social activities.

The United Nations estimates that 66% of companies of such a valuable and essential
the global population will live in cities by resource have a significant responsibility to
2050, 12% more than the current scenario. help enhance society's sensitivity to and
This growth will lead to a 55% increase in awareness of responsible consumption and
the global demand for water. use of water.

Aqualia, aware of its role in water man- In 2015, Aqualia set several objectives
agement, works to mitigate the supply geared towards improving its social com-
problems that may occur as a result of mitment; their level of compliance is as
this increase in demand, focusing efforts follows:
on improving the infrastructures and
technological innovation. Management

Compliance with 2015 challenges

2015 Commitment Level of Remarks
compliance
To back new social projects (NGOs, Throughout 2015, Aqualia increased its involvement in
associations, etc.) in response to 100% social action, which is demonstrated through donations,
stakeholders. 100% co-funding of projects, solidarity funds for destitute
To strengthen the support and collaboration with 100% families, etc.
universities. Aqualia continued to collaborate with universities and on
To strengthen support for sporting activities. the Master's Degree.
Throughout 2015, Aqualia continued to support
sport in the municipalities where it operates.

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