• Earthworks, drainage, and planting of vegetation cover to protect the soil are currently under progress.
• These efforts are integral to one of Braskem's ten commitments to Maceió.

Maceió, April 3, 2024 - By the end of March, 70% of the stabilization and drainage works on Encosta do Mutange had been completed. This ongoing phase involves earthmoving, drainage, and the establishment of vegetation cover, as managed by specialized companies contracted by Braskem as part of the commitments made to the City since 2019.

The area spans approximately 350 thousand square meters and has been divided into sections to facilitate simultaneous work at different points. The first phase, involving the demolition of approximately two thousand properties, was completed in 2022. See details of the current stages:

Earthworks -89.6% of the required cuts to smooth the slope have been executed.
Drainage -A new system comprising pipes, channels, and drainage ladders is being installed to ensure proper and safe rainwater flow.

Vegetation cover -Planting of vegetation on the slope is ongoing to stabilize the land and enhance Maceió's green areas.

Commitment to Maceió

The implementation of measures for stabilization and drainage on Encosta do Mutange is included in the Socio-Environmental Agreement, which was signed in December 2020 by the Federal Public Ministry (MPF) and Braskem, with the participation of the State Public Ministry (MPE) and contributions of the Municipality of Maceió. These efforts are part of a broader initiative aimed at repairing, mitigating, and compensating for the effects of land subsidence in Maceió. All actions are under the supervision of public authorities.
Aiming to facilitate understanding and monitoring of these and other initiatives and programs developed since 2019, Braskem has compiled the 10 commitments to Maceió on a dedicated platform, focusing on social, urban, and environmental fronts. Soil stabilization and monitoring initiatives are outlined in commitment number 3 - "Soil stabilization and continuous monitoring in affected areas. Details of the initiatives are available at www.braskem.com/compromissosmaceio .