The multinational Sika addresses the challenge of transforming the urban environment with durable and sustainable solutions. The goal is to achieve zero emissions and decarbonization of buildings.
The construction of future cities cannot overlook the increasingly evident impacts of climate change, such as extreme temperatures, heavy rainfall, air pollution, and exposure to harmful gases. These pose significant threats to urban infrastructure and buildings. Sika, a multinational company specializing in chemical products and operating in construction and industry sectors, is committed to creating more efficient, sustainable, and resilient cities through digitalization, innovation, and industrialization. Sika, a leader in manufacturing materials for sealing, bonding, waterproofing, repairing, reinforcing, and protecting structures, operates in over 100 countries with 400 factories and more than 33,500 employees. The company’s main goal is to provide sustainable solutions to builders and developers that not only meet the strictest construction specifications but also enhance efficiency and quality in manufacturing. Sika has focused on innovation and sustainability as key factors in improving the durability of materials. With cutting–edge technology, the company has developed construction materials for buildings and infrastructures to ensure that future cities are healthy, safe, and sustainable.
These solutions are designed to last, enhancing their sustainability throughout their lifecycle. The environmental challenges in the coming years require efficient and innovative building waterproofing, essential for safe and durable construction. Future cities also demand bold and creative designs. Towards this, Sika has expanded its range of facade products with high–performance sustainable structural glazing to enhance natural lighting. In addition, Sika has made it a priority to reduce the carbon footprint of concrete. Using innovative reC02ver technology, Sika has managed to retain the properties of this essential construction material while eliminating its most polluting effects, notably by significantly reducing the clinker content. The company’s 2024- 2028 strategy is centered on reducing CO2 emissions, contributing to the Net Zero target, and upholding the principles of a circular economy in construction. By building with durability criteria, the lifespan of infrastructures can be extended, reducing the consumption of new materials and minimizing environmental impact. Sika has also joined the circular economy by transitioning to recycled packaging for its main ranges of materials. As part of its commitment to sustainability, the company has started using 83% post–consumer recycled plastic for packaging its chemical products. This initiative is part of Sika’s «Quality Inside, Commitment Outside» campaign, which aims to enhance the added value of packaging while minimizing environmental impact throughout its lifecycle.
