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P H o t o g r a P H i c m o m e n t s 1 3 1 A sustainable future Ahlstrom's strong dedication to sustain- able development paves the way for better customer service, committed employees and green practices. For Ahlstrom, sustainability means a balance between economic, social and environmental responsibility. Economic responsibility means responsi- ble business conduct. Observing the laws of the host country, creating job opportunities, paying taxes and bringing prosperity to the region are all essential parts of the company's economic responsibility. Social responsibility is a natu- ral part of Ahlstrom's way of operating. Safety is the most central value, but taking good care of employees — offering things like internal training — has always been a corporate priority. Environmental responsibili- ty is minimizing the environmental impact of Ahlstrom's operations as much as possible, and it all starts at the beginning. More than 80 percent of the fibers Ahlstrom uses come from renewable resources. The Ahlstrom way Ahlstrom's values are the key principles that guide the company and the choices employees make every day. Employees respect each other and take care of the environment and the community around them, build- ing trust. It's a company priority to link with customers, meet their needs and strive for excellence in customer service. And the company is always ready to change and evolve. Ahlstrom wants to learn and do things bet- ter. Employees share knowledge and development ideas both with the colleagues next to them and the ones working in other teams and units. Act Responsibly. Create Value. Learn and Renew. These three values help employees to act responsi- bly in situations where there is no guidance. The com- pany's values are based on ways of working and who we are, supporting strategic direction and helping the company reach its goals. Above: Ahlstrom manufactures nonwovens and specialty materi- als in the form of rolled goods. Left: The Windsor Locks plant was originally owned by C.H. Dexter & Sons dating back to 1767.