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The multi-utility is among the six organizations worldwide selected in the 16th edition of the award established by the European Institute of Purchasing Management, recognized as a benchmark in the “Virtuous Ecosystem Leader” category.

A new ten-year agreement has been signed between subsidiaries Herambiente and Caviro Extra for joint management of composting, cogeneration and photovoltaic plants: every year, over 230,000 tonnes of biomass are transformed into energy and natural fertilisers. Further investments have been planned to reduce emissions and increase the value of the products. This shared Emilia-Romagna industrial model is thus confirmed as an exemplary case of symbiosis between the waste management and wine-growing sectors.

(drafted pursuant to article 85-bis, paragraph 4-bis, of Consob Regulation 11971 / 14 May 1999)

The Group has launched a new programme intended to scale up development in its own innovations and bring them to the market, one of the first of its kind in the Italian energy sector. NexSuite, an asset portfolio for gas distribution network security, is now presented in Bilbao at the Enlit international trade fair

The first nine months of the year closed with strong growth in revenue and investments, and with all key operating and financial indicators positive, in line with the first two quarters and the targets set out in the Business Plan. The 4.2% increase in net profit attributable to shareholders confirms not only the Group’s solidity and the effectiveness of its multi-business industrial strategy, but above all its ability to combine internal business growth with a positive return on invested capital.

For the tenth consecutive year, the multi-utility is ranked among the 100 most inclusive companies worldwide and reaches 10th place overall—first among Italian companies—in FTSE Russell’s (formerly Refinitiv) international index, which assesses more than 16,500 listed companies.

Ascopiave S.p.A. sold to Hera S.p.A. its 3% participation held in Hera Comm S.p.A

(drafted pursuant to article 85-bis, paragraph 4-bis, of Consob Regulation 11971 / 14 May 1999)

The consolidated half-year report at 30 June shows increased net profit and capital expenditures, in line with corporate strategies and the targets contained in the Business plan. In a phase of market normalisation, the Group’s operating and financial solidity is confirmed.

<p><em>After the binding agreement reached in February, the acquisition of Ambiente Energia, based in Schio in Vicenza, from the Marzotto Group, through subsidiary Herambiente Servizi Industriali, has been completed. This transaction further expands the offer of waste recovery and treatment services to companies in one of the most dynamic areas of the country</em></p>

The results of the incentive mechanism for the integrated water service for the two-year period 2022-2023, recently published by ARERA, show Hera among the top positions in the Italian ranking for both asset and service quality. Second-largest national operator in this sector, the Group has consistently ranked among the top “quality” positions since 2018, thanks to significant investments made over the years to improve the efficiency and resilience of its infrastructure.

<p><em>The recognition awarded by this independent international organisation bears witness to Hera’s concrete commitment to transparency in environmental reporting and to combating climate change</em></p>

Hera Group’s sustainability performance exceeds the average of Italian companies and ranks among the top five global multi-utilities

<p><em>The Hera Group company concludes its integration of this European leader in recycled plastic, which began in 2017, by purchasing the remaining 20% of the company from Rogroup S.r.l.</em></p>

<p><em>For the fifth consecutive year, the Group has been included among the top positions in the overall ranking of the index that rewards Italian companies that stand out for integrating ESG factors into their governance. On the tenth anniversary of the ESG Identity Corporate Index, Hera also received recognition for performance and continuity as Strongest Performer, Best Finance Identity and Best Transition Identity among Large Cap companies.</em></p>

<p><em>The consolidated quarterly report at 31 March shows improvement in the main operating and financial indicators. Growth in investments and the reduction of financial debt also continued.</em></p>

<p><em>The Group’s process of industrial growth continues, closing 2024 with key operating-financial indicators and investments rising, continuing to successfully seize market opportunities and generate value for the local areas served and all stakeholders</em></p>