To support our statement, we would like to refer to the process of the revision leading to the standard IEC 60335-2-40 Ed. 7 on air-conditioners and heat pumps.

Rebula lead the group north to follow the upstream reach of the tributary to the Quinebaug.

We were early pioneers in our industry in chemicals management, having issued our first chemical restrictions in 1995, and remain committed to our purpose of leading the industry towards chemically safe production and articles.

Any technological lead should guarantee adequate business continuity and safeguard key sectors where no alternative is met 1 OECD (2021), Reconciling Terminology of the Universe of Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances: Recommendations and Practic

Fdration des Industries des Peintures, Encres, Colles, Couleurs, Rsines 42 avenue Marceau F-75008 PARIS Internet : www.fipec.org SIRET : 78435936600019 - APE 9412Z Registre de transparence europen - N : 139961447855-03 This leads us to request longer transition periods of at least 6.5 years after publication of the restriction for products from our industries (coatings, including coatings for the construction, marine, automotive and railway industries, paints and varnishes, protective products, sealants and floor waterproofing products) that contain fluoropolymers and/or substances from the PFAS group that do not have so-called "forever pollutant" properties.

The EPA GMAP vehicle was lead through the perimeter of the Facility.

The EED (Art. 24) establishes a clear pathway leading to 100% renewables and waste heat supply or zero Co2 emission for efficient DHC systems by 2050.

It is crucial to avoid the exclusion of chemicals in certain applications without robust scientific assessment, as this would potentially lead to the unjustified phase-out of chemicals which do not pose a risk.

This RCRA CEI was an EPA-lead inspection.

Classified as Business Lack of alternatives to fluoropolymers Two possibilities: A return to previously used components, which were replaced for efficiency/safety reasons (e.g. lead) Development and implementation of innovative components.

If this information were to be disclosed then the relationship of trust between the bodies providing and receiving the information would be undermined, which in turn could lead to the bodies concerned being less willing to share further information for fear of disclosure.

Attendees Organization EPA Region 10 Attendee Name Raymond Andrews Title Lead Inspector Present in Present in Opening Closing Yes Yes IDEQ Jayson Foley Wastewater Enforcement Coordinator Yes Yes G&S Excavation, LLC Tom Giannini Owner/Operator Yes Yes SECTION II - Observations G&S Excavation, LLC Observation #: RA1-OB-001 Date: 02/24/2025 Weather: 45F, Overcast and Drizzly The site was a vacant lot surrounded by a fence with a gate that restricted access.

EPA Region 10 Raymond Andrews Lead Inspector Yes Yes CRH Americas Jana McDonald Environmental Manager Yes Yes Materials, Inc CRH Americas Kelby Johnson Ready Mix General Yes Yes Materials, Inc Manager CRH Americas Jimmie Roper Ready Mix Site Yes Yes Materials, Inc Superintendent Site Information Responsible Official What is the principal product generated?

The GMAP vehicle was lead around the perimeter of the Facility.

N/A SECTION A: Data System Coding MO/DAY/YR Inspection-Type Lead Inspector 2/23/2022 ROS (Reconnaissance David Phillips without Sampling) Facility-Type Unpermitted Industry SECTION B: Basic Field Data Name and Location of Facility Inspected: Entry Date/Time: Permit Effective (For industrial users, add recipient's NPDES permit number) 2/23/2022 10:55 AM Date: N/A Solmax Geosynthetics Exit Date/Time: Permit Expiration 1245 Eastland Avenue Kingstree, South Carolina 29556 Receiving POTW: SC0035971 2/23/2022 11:45 AM Date: N/A Facility Representative(s) / Title / Contact Info: Other Facility Data / Permits Held: Mr.