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Olga DarazsPresident of the Advisory Board

Jean-Pascal GendrePresident of the Management Board

Dear Reader,

The world in which we live has changed significantly during the last decades, and it continues to evolve rapidly. The

driving principles of rationalism and continuous progress have made mankind prosper. Thanks to discoveries in science

and technology, a growing part of the wold population has reached a level of consumer goods’ consumption and life

expectancy that did not seem possible two generations ago.

Today, we are confronted with the evidence that growth is coming with a price and will have a limit. The burning question is

whether the planet’s resources will be sufficient to fulfil the needs of a population predicted to grow to 9 billion human beings.

The ongoing demographic, nutritional and climatic changes raise the question how to ensure sustainable development on

planet Earth.

In reaction to these challenges, a fundamental transformation seems unavoidable. The way we produce, distribute and

consume water, energy and raw materials will have to be modified. A new kind of infrastructure, healthy ecosystems and

intelligent buildings will be required as well as a responsible use of land, renewable and networked energy.

Optimism, and pioneer’s courage, have characterised CSD since its beginnings in the 1970s. Ever since, CSD has persisted

in pursuing its mission of improving the quality of life and the environment. The ability to innovate and to incorporate a

multitude of disciplines is based on the common experience of an international network rooted in and corresponding to

local characteristics.

The examples we present in this brochure illustrate our commitment to a better future. We hope you enjoy reading our

brochure, and we take this opportunity to thank you for your continued confidence in our company.

On behalf of the Board and the management,

Olga Darazs Jean-Pascal Gendre President of the Advisory Board President of the Management Board

LET’S SHAPE THE FUTURE!

At both local and national levels, CSD supports the develop-

ment of a legislative and institutional framework adapted to

the needs and potential of the country, by leveraging experi-

ence developed both in Switzerland and abroad.

CSD advises and supports communes in

the planning, organisation and optimisation

of public and private services for the collec-

tion of household waste, and urban cleaning.

WASTE AND DECONTAMINATION : EXPERIENCE AND EXPERTISE FOR SENSIBLE PROJECTS

Expertise in waste management

More than 40 years of experience

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By leveraging its considerable experience, CSD proposes

solutions adapted to local priorities and possibilities in terms

of reducing the pollution levels of sites contaminated by

dumping or industrial activities.

CSD demonstrates to communes the potential for reducing costs.

Transport infrastructures and waste-product

treatment adapted to local conditions from a

technical, legal and cost perspective.

Cost reductions and safeguard of financing

Needs analysis

Encouraging sorting

Investigating solutions for sanitation

Technical and financial training for mu-

nicipal employees; emphasising the val-

ue of and legitimising informal networks.

For a summary of our services, go to www.csd.ch/en

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Engineering solutions for water related projects are one of

CSD’s key priorities. Our water professionals provide compre-

hensive services in consultancy, design and implementation

to create sustainable water solutions.

One of the major challenges for current and future

generations is the management and wise use of natu-

ral water resources and the implementation of efficient

water infrastructure. It is about understanding the im-

pact of multiple characteristics to ensure sustainable

water projects.

WATER : FROM NATURAL RESOURCES TO THE URBAN WATER CYCLE

Sustainable water systems

A partner you can rely on throughout your project

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Water supply or wastewater systems; thanks to many

years of experience in the water and energy sectors we

support our clients and beneficiaries in improving the

energy efficiency of water infrastructure.

Our services cover the natural water resources and the entire

urban water cycle with its specific infrastructures. In the water and

sanitation sector CSD offers services in the fields of integrated water

resources management, drinking water treatment and distribution,

water loss management including a rehabilitation of water supply

systems, urban drainage systems, waste water treatment and

energy optimization of water systems.

CSD develops and delivers technical training courses

adapted to the local context and personnel. Our services

contribute to building or developing local capacities that

help to improve community-led service delivery and the ac-

cess to safe water supply and sanitation.

Extensive range of competences

Enhancing local capacities

Water-energy nexus


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There is still a high level of energy consumption in buildings

and industrial processes. CSD offers its assistance to public

administration agencies, as well as to service and industrial

companies, in selecting appropriate energy strategies.

Energy efficiency in buildings and industrial processes

CSD offers advice on how to cut emissions and provides

effective support in obtaining certification and achieving

climate and environmental balance.

Energy consultancy service provided by engineers

ENERGY EFFICIENCY : A BROAD VIEW TO MASTER PROJECTS

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CSD performs analyses and audits indicating possible

ways to reduce, in particular, energy consumption and

CO2 emissions. CSD supports companies in establishing

target agreements with the authorities.

From production to supply, and energy efficiency to distribution, CSD is actively

involved in major development projects in Switzerland and abroad in the area of

renewable energy sources, heat recovery from water and district heating.

Sustainable energy supply

Services in all energy-related fields

This includes energy concepts for spatial planning

and leveraging the potential of renewable energies.

Spatial planning

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CHICLAYO WASTE MANAGEMENT

“My desire as a citizen is to see a city full of creativity instead of plastic, which can

preserve its cultural and natural inheritance for the benefit of future generations.”

Heinz Plenge, photographer and resident of Chiclayo.

“Whether it involves planning, training local personnel or organizing requests for ten-

ders, our project-management skills help us contribute to improving the inhabitants’

health and the quality of life in the city of Chiclayo.”

David Fernandez, engineer and head of the local team.

Our commitment to creating a clean city

Efficient waste management and keeping a city clean are among the key factors

contributing to the quality of life. However, there are many conurbations across the

world that still show great potential for improvement in this area, in terms of collecting

and sorting domestic garbage, providing proper treatment of urban or industrial waste,

improving the financial management of public services, and other activities. CSD is

sharing its experience in this field with government authorities and populations in

different regions of the globe and, as a result, enjoys the confidence of institutional and

non-governmental organisations alike.

Tasked by SECO (Switzerland’s State Secretariat for Economic Affairs), CSD is supporting

the Peruvian city of Chiclayo (population 260,000) in setting up a system for managing

its waste in an efficient and sustainable manner. The provision of state assistance and

logistics support as well as the training of technical and financial experts are intended

to improve public services. This is a basic condition for constructing and sustainably

operating a regional garbage dump on the one side and for gradually developing the

recycling of urban waste on the other side. As a national pilot project, Chiclayo will be

used as a benchmark for improving the quality of life for Peru’s city-dwellers.

Views of the project team

“Thanks to our commitment, the local authorities have made waste their priority

concern,” believes Emilie Gex, Project Manager. Introducing a professional

management approach, along with setting up suitable infrastructures and

promoting an awareness campaign, mark a major first step towards a cleaner city.

“This ‘textbook’ operation will enable the Peruvian authorities in the medium

term to provide models and indicators of good management and to help develop

the institutional framework.”

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With almost 700 employees – generalists and specialists from over 80 fields – CSD made good progress in 2016, achieving

a turnover of 94.3 million Swiss francs. We always keep the following objective in sight: to offer our customers cost-efficient

solutions that bring benefits for people and for environment.

MAKING PROGRESSFOR PEOPLE AND THE ENVIRONMENT

CSD GROUP ADVISORY BOARD

OLGA DARAZS

President

MICHAEL FUCHS

VINCENT REBSTEIN DANIEL WURSTERERIC SÄUBERLIRALPH KLAUS

ANDREAS KOOPMANN

Vice-President

CSD GROUP MANAGEMENT BOARD

JEAN-FRANÇOIS LAFONAGOSTINO CLERICETTI

Vice-President

ALESSIO MENEGATTI CHRISTIAN REMUNDCHRISTINE GRIVEL NIKLAUSFÉLIX SCHMIDT

JEAN-PASCAL GENDRE

President

Gross revenue (millions of CHF) Development of employee number

Privés

Industrie

Secteur des constuctions et de l'immobilier

Secteur pulic

Services

9.6%

21% 19%

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Industrie

Secteur des constructions et de l'immobilier

Secteur public

Services

Gross Revenue 2016

Environment & Water 50%

Building & Construction 50%

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Development opportunities: our greatest asset“Seizing opportunities to take a project forward – this is part of our core business. This is also the case within CSD. Since

I became an employee in the then 3-person Valais office, I have been offered many exciting assignments. From Project Manager

on international mandates to Deputy Head of the 100-person branch in Lausanne, I have been able to familiarise myself with new

areas and assume responsibility. The fact that I became a father was not an obstacle. Thanks to working on an 80% part-time

basis, I can easily combine my career at CSD with my family.”

Frédéric Fournier, Deputy Branch Manager for Lausanne.

Interdisciplinary approach : our DNA“In our business, people rarely solve problems on their own. Our customers’ assignments are often too complex for that.

As a landscape architect on wind energy and gravel pits projects, I pull all the threads together calling in our civil and

environmental engineers, geographers, geologists and biologists. The customer benefits from the know-how of a very wide range

of experts from a single source. For me, the collaboration between disciplines and locations is a real asset.”

Christoph Marchal, responsible for the specialist fields of «Wind Energy» and «Landscape».

Parent-friendly: our commitment«On the part of CSD there was no question that I would return to my managerial role after my maternity leave, even though I only

took on a 50% workload. Flexibility is part of our corporate culture, and the models of working allow us to come and go freely.

Naturally I am also happy to step in sometimes as needed. Part-time work at CSD is not a women’s issue, by the way – many

male colleagues take the opportunity to reconcile their professional and private lives.»

Beatrice Lerch, Head of Spatial Planning and Environment, Berne.

International knowledge transfer: our strength«I had only just arrived at CSD when I found myself involved in a major project. I have always been able to draw on the experience

of my colleagues at any time, as helpfulness is as much a part of the CSD philosophy as the desire to innovate. My highlights

include the purposeful exchange and development of expertise across linguistic and national boundaries. This is not just a bonus

for me, but also an extra for the solutions we offer our customers.»

Uta Ehrhardt, Project Manager, DGNB Auditor for Sustainable Building, Germany.

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SWISS QUALITYFOR SUCCESSFUL PROJECTS

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In the fields of environment, construction and energy CSD provides consulting services and

develops cost-effective solutions that improve the quality of life and the environment.

The CSD group can count on nearly 600 associates located in 30 sites throughout Europe.

Sites and references: www.csd.ch/en

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