Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corp

Lobbying Governance

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Our strong governance framework creates long-term value for our shareholders and guides decision making around how we operate, innovate, and drive growth. This governance framework starts with Wabtec's Board of Directors and its committees who oversee the execution of the company's environmental, social, and governance (ESG) strategy as part of their oversight of Wabtec's overall business, and extends to Wabtec's Sustainability Task Force — a dedicated team with overall responsibility for the company's sustainability strategy. In particular, the company's Nominating and Governance Committee assists the Board in its oversight of Wabtec's sustainability strategy and execution against ESG goals; review of climate-related risks and opportunities; enterprise risk strategy and management systems; environmental, health, and safety matters; and public policy and advocacy efforts. [...] Strategic decisions about particular advocacy positions are made at the highest levels and public policy expenditures are reviewed annually by the Board of Directors. Wabtec does not make political contributions, and we do not have a political action committee. Furthermore, we comply with all regulations, registration, and reporting requirements applicable to advocacy.

https://www.wabteccorp.com/Sustainability-Report.pdf

Describe the process(es) your organization has in place to ensure that your engagement activities are consistent with your overall climate change strategy[…]Wabtec collaborates with industry organizations such as Association of American Railroads (AAR) and Railsponsible. Key Wabtec employees serve on committees of these organizations and engage with industry peers on the issues surrounding the impact of climate change.

CDP Questionnaire Response 2022

Does your organization have a public commitment or position statement to conduct your engagement activities in line with the goals of the Paris Agreement?[…]No, and we do not plan to have one in the next two years

CDP Questionnaire Response 2023