Sustainability Report 2013 Lek d.d.

Sustainability Report 2013 – Lek d.d. Environment 42 66 GRI Indicator G4-EN34 67 EMAS Core Indicator 68 GRI Indicator G4-EN12, G4-DMA 2.8.1 Odour At all the sites, we have installed biofilters wherever odour from industrial processes is expected, thus preventing it from affecting the local population (e.g. above wastewater equa- lization ponds). The monitoring of biofilters' operation and waste air loads is carried out by the Public Health Institute Maribor. Slovenia's environmental regulations do not cover environmental odour pollution. In 2013, we received a question from a Preserje resident with regard to an unpleasant odour spreading from the equalization basin in Menge‰. The investigation showed that the source was the cultivation of agricultural land and not Lek, a Sandoz company (also reported under Item 1.5.3.1). 66 2.8.2 Soil As the environmental impact on soil pollution is usually irreversible, this area is of special concern to Lek. We consistently fulfil the requirements with regard to hazar- dous substance storage and transport, which are the major soil pollutants. We regularly check the leak-proof status of sewage systems, particularly those carrying industrial waste- water. This is of particular importance at the Menge‰ and Ljubljana sites which are situated in a water protection area. Furthermore, we introduce preventive measures in the pro- duction processes and the construction of facilities. At the end of 2013, provisions from the European Industrial Emissions Directive (IED) from 2010 were transposed into the Slovenian legislation. This decision, among other things, introduces a requirement for operational monitoring of soil contamination at least once every 10 years, as well as re- mediation and return to its original state in case of an iden- tified impact on the quality of soil after the termination of the industrial plant. Conditions and criteria for preparation of the report based on monitoring at the national level have not yet been adopted; however, based on good internatio- nal practices, we have already launched activities to meet requirements for the Menge‰ site. To date, no remedial action due to soil pollution has been needed at Lek. 2.8 Other environmental impact Table 19: Land use by site 67 Menge‰ Lendava Prevalje Ljubljana Lek Green surfaces in m 2 35,141,5 104,478 25,504 1,946 167,707 Building surfaces – aerial view (in m 2 ) 37,087,5 15,703 41,099 7,324 101,213.5 Asphalt surface – roads, courtyards (in m 2 ) 45,470 16,482 40,185 9,257 111,340 Total site surface area with parking lots (in m 2 ) 129,742 136,663 121,245 18,527 405,907 Production site surface area/product in (m 2 /t) 250 564.1 61.5 16.6 105.4 2.8.3 Noise In order to control any excessive environmental noise pol- lution, we perform regular monitoring and analyses. None of the measurement results indicates any noise overload at any of our sites during the day, evening and night time. The main identified source of noise is manufacturing activi- ty, particularly the operation of fermentors, compressor sta- tions, as well as ventilation and cooling devices. The noise- emission levels are largely due to the immediate vicinity of busy roads, especially at the Ljubljana site. In 2013, we received two noise-related complaints. They are described under Item 1.5.3.1. 2.8.4 Biodiversity 68 At Lek, a Sandoz company, we are aware of the signifi- cance of environmental protection and that is reflected in our consistent adherence to statutory waste and industrial water management requirements and proactive measures taken. We thereby strive to mitigate any impact on the quality of the environment and consequently on the biodiversity of the areas surrounding our production sites. Lek facilities are located within industrial zones where there are no major environmentally critical habitat types or protected vegetation. 2.8.5. Light pollution With the existing legislative regulation on light pollution we are facing a big challenge. It stipulates the reduction of external illumination of production and parking areas, while on the other hand meeting minimum standards for working conditions dictates sufficient illumination. Taking into acco- unt the results of studies that research the well-being of pe- ople exposed to warmer colour shades of outdoor lighting, we are confronted with requirements that we hardly meet in practice. For this reason, Lek, a Sandoz company, has designed comprehensive expert studies for its sites. The outdoor lighting was remedied using modern technolo- gies; however at the same time we compromised by reducing its operation in the limited period of time when labour needs are reduced.