Sustainability Portfolio Management (SPM) Framework

Innovation in Sustainable Solutions is an integral part of Sika’s innovation strategy. Creating value-added products based on both higher performance and sustainability benefits is the key objective of the Sustainability Portfolio Management (SPM) approach.

Methodology

Sika’s SPM methodology is based on the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) Chemical Industry Methodology for Portfolio Sustainability Assessments (PSA).  Sika uses the SPM methodology to evaluate, classify, and market products in terms of performance and sustainability. By evaluating products using a set of criteria within market segments, Sika can promote new or existing products under the “More Performance – More Sustainable” branding.

The performance and sustainability categories represented within the SPM methodology are directly aligned to the sustainability topics material to Sika (Sika Materiality Analysis) and support the company’s contribution to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs). The SPM methodology is an integral part of the Product Creation Process (PCP).

A standardized approach allows an efficient product development evaluation and ensures accurate information for making decisions and benchmarking purposes. The SPM methodology applies to all product categories, including new product developments as well as existing products, and follows a four-step approach. This allows Sika to evaluate products on their performance and sustainability profiles and their contribution to the strategic target. Products that account for a larger volume of sales or with a higher sustainability relevance are prioritized.

The SPM Four-Step Approach

1. SEGMENTATION

Products are evaluated and classified in specific segments. This segmentation determines the context of its unique technology and application combination.

2. SUSTAINABILITY

Evaluation of the product against the range of criteria covered under 12 different sustainability categories (SPM sustainability profile).

3. PERFORMANCE

Evaluation of the product against the range of criteria covered under 6 different performance categories (SPM performance profile).

4. CLASSIFICATION

The final step combines the results of steps 2 and 3 into the final product classification (SPM profile).

Sustainability Categories

The Sustainability categories that form part of the Sika Sustainability Portfolio (SPM) methodology are comprehensive and cover the sustainability topics material to Sika. Products assessed under the SPM methodology undergo a rigorous evaluation against 12 Sustainability Categories, ensuring that Sika Sustainable Solutions are fit for purpose.  

Supplier Sustainability
Sharing values for more success
Regulatory Trends
Aligning product developments with regulatory trends and stakeholder expectations
Energy
Products that promote energy efficiency principles
Chemical Hazard & Exposure
Assessing and eliminating chemical hazards and exposure
Reputational Risks
Addressing current and future reputional & business risks.
Air Quality & Emissions
Products that promote good air quality and minimise emissions.
Climate
Products that minimise the impact on the climate.
Green Building Standards
Products that contribute to world-renowned Green Building Standards
Health & Safety
Products that are healthy, safe and easy to use
Cost Savings Downstream
Helping customers to directly, measurably and significantly reduce costs during application/use.
Packaging
Prioritizing the use of responsible packaging for products
Resources & Circularity
Efficient use of precious resources.

Performance Categories

The Performance categories that form part of the Sika Sustainability Portfolio (SPM) methodology are comprehensive and cover technology specific topics material to Sika. Products assessed under the SPM methodology undergo a rigorous evaluation against 6 Performance categories, ensuring that our Sustainable Solutions are fit for purpose.

Sustainable Solutions - Examples

Here are some examples of products which are assessed to demonstrate both significant Sustainability and Performance benefits qualify as Sustainable Solutions.  

SikaProof®

With the new generation of SikaProof® fully-bonded FPO sheet waterproofing membranes, sustainability and performance go hand-in-hand to protect concrete structures for many years to come.

Sikadur®

Welcome to the next generation of low-VOC epoxy adhesives. Our Sikadur® resins are typically used for bonding, repairing, sealing, filling, re-profiling or strengthening most available construction materials.

Sikagard®

To extend a structure's service life, protect the concrete with a coating. Sikagard®-5500 concrete protection coating has best-in-class crack-bridging ability combined with unique sustainable characteristics that reduce CO₂ emissions.

SikaGrout®

Sika’s grout solutions are typically used for filling voids under machines or other structural elements, sealing joints and openings in surfaces and reinforcing existing structures.

SikaCeram®

SikaCeram® cementitious tile adhesives are for various types of tile setting projects, such as medium stoneware and ceramic tile setting. With the new generation of products, Sika proves that sustainability and performance can go hand-in-hand.

Sika MonoTop®

The Sika MonoTop® concrete repair range is the result of Sika's unique mindset and development efforts: Sika MonoTop®-1010: Performing and sustainable bonding primer and corrosion protection slurry. Sika MonoTop®-4012. Durable and sustainable concrete repair mortar. Sika MonoTop®-3020: Performing and sustainable smoothing and levelling concrete repair mortar.

SikaWall®

Choosing just the right wall system solution ensures a sustainable and temperature-controlled environment.