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Sustainability Report
Parque Arauco 2015
parquearaucoFOR EVERYONE
Sustainability ReportPerformance 2015
8 22 28 43A Message from the Executive Vice President of Parque AraucoJuan Antonio Álvarez
Introduction
Chapter 1
THE VALUE OF WHAT WE ARE
Chapter 2
BUILDING SUSTAINABLE RELATIONSHIPS
Chapter 3
OUR CORPORATEGOVERNANCE MODEL
Chapter 4
OUR CUSTOMERS AT THE HEART OF WHAT WE DO
CONTENTS
7666 90 106 122Chapter 6
OUR COMMUNITY TIES AND RELATIONS
Chapter 7
ENVIRONMENTALLY SUSTAINABLE DESIGN AND OPERATIONS
Chapter 5
SUPPLIER MANAGEMENT, OPPORTUNITIES AND CHALLENGES
Chapter 8
OUR TEAM, THE KEYTO GROWTH
ABOUT THIS REPORTAND GRI TABLE
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We have made progress toward making Parque Arauco a
more sustainable company and this is just the beginning.
I would like to reiterate our organization’s ongoing
commitment to move forward in this area.
Dear Stakeholders:
I would like to begin by touching on the importance our organization places on sustainability. From the
outset, Parque Arauco’s actions and way of doing business have been guided by our respect for people.
This commitment is reflected in our corporate culture and our vision that success is built on excellence in
what we do and genuine concern for our stakeholders. The philosophy that business must be sustainable
has accompanied us throughout our history and we hope to continue expanding on it in the future.
Our concern for sustainability has not always been manifested in a structured plan with clear objectives
and an organization-wide strategy. However, in 2015, we formed a Corporate Sustainability Area to
develop specific objectives that enable us to continue to create better value for our stakeholders and
implement management tools that incorporate best practices in sustainability. This year, we also formed
an Executive Sustainability Committee, comprised of personnel from the Corporate Legal and Corporate
Administration and Finance departments. The committee will work with the sustainability team and
division management in Chile, Peru and Colombia to move forward on these issues.
It is in this context that I have the pleasure of presenting Parque Arauco’s first Corporate Sustainability
Report—prepared in accordance with the Global Reporting Initiative’s principles. This inaugural edition
presents concrete facts and figures regarding our 2015 performance in economic, social and environ-
mental issues.
Our corporate governance model, which is based on integrity, transparency and ethics, guides the way
we do business. We have adopted best practices in this area as well, including expansion of our risk
model and our anonymous reporting hotline, EthicsPoint.
In the social realm, Parque Arauco is a long-time supporter of several non-profit organizations that
perform valuable services in our communities in Chile, Peru and Colombia. Furthermore, we are making
progress on new projects that are integrated with urban and community surroundings, for example, the
public park of over 13,000m2 that we are building in Bogotá.
Juan Antonio ÁlvarezExecutive Vice President>
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I must also mention our efforts to consolidate our leadership in good labor practices and attract the best
talent. The results of the Great Place to Work rankings, both in Chile and Peru, are a testament to years
of ongoing work in that area.
Finally, the creation of Arauco Quilicura marked an important environmental milestone. This develop-
ment was the first shopping center in Chile to earn LEED Silver certification. We have also undertaken
parallel projects related to water and energy efficiency.
We have progressed toward making Parque Arauco a more sustainable company, but this is just the
beginning. I would like to close by reaffirming our organization’s ongoing commitment to advancing
sustainability in Chile, Peru and Colombia.
Regards,
Juan Antonio ÁlvarezExecutive Vice President Parque Arauco S.A.
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Chapter 1
THE VALUE OF WHAT WE ARE
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Our Mission
The Parque Arauco competency model is based
on two principles, which are the foundation for
our corporate values: excellence and happiness.
Excellence is the willingness and commitment to
perform every task professionally, with a strong
sense of integrity and focus on leadership in
everything we do.
Our management model places heavy emphasis
on achieving challenging targets, always taking
the ethical path and respecting principles. At
Parque Arauco, we have created a fun workplace,
where employees do their jobs enthusiastically
and cheerfully.
Through everyday actions, we demonstrate
openness and respect for people and genuine
concern for our team. This framework for
happiness is palpable in our positive work
environment; the passion with which we
do our work; and the dedication to working
collaboratively that can be seen throughout the
Company.
Parque Arauco defines itself as a developer and
operator of real estate assets—primarily for
commercial use—in Chile, Peru and Colombia.
Innovation and vision for leveraging strategic
growth opportunities have marked our company’s
history.
We set ourselves apart by developing unique
shopping centers that meet the needs of and
integrate into their surroundings.
We strive to consolidate a business proposal
founded in a deep understanding of our
customers.
We understand that the heart of our business
lies in creating spaces where visitors have
positive experiences. We work to make Parque
Arauco’s shopping centers places for gatherings,
celebration and closeness. In other words, we
create places for experiences and relationships,
where our visitors find what they are looking for
while having a good time.
OUR BUSINESS
> To develop successful
projects in prime locations
with appropriate
infrastructure and a
suitable range of products,
seeking innovative ways
to offer our customers the
best experience.
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Corporate Values
Through collaboration—the willingness to help
others perform their tasks and meet their objecti-
ves—we create an enriching, respectful, supportive
and cohesive environment.
Openness is disposition and receptiveness to new
approaches. It is the ability to incorporate new
ideas, to make creativity and innovation a normal
part of work, to see difficulties as opportunities and
to propose constructive solutions.
Integrity is consistency between discourse and
deed. It means fulfilling promises and commit-
ments, respecting policies and procedures and
always telling the truth. Integrity means living in
harmony with personal values as well as the values
of the Company and surrounding community.
To surprise the client, we make quality service our
passion, attentively meeting and exceeding the
expectations of our clients—both customers and
internal clients, or tenants. To do so, we carefully
and professionally address aspects that contribute
to the service experience or, for customers, the
purchasing experience.
Collaboration
Openness
Integrity
Surprising the client
Professionalism means fulfilling commitments,
working effectively, admitting mistakes, and re-
cognizing achievements, strengths and weaknes-
ses. It involves anticipating the needs of the team
and the Company, prioritizing organizational
interests and building trust with others.
Continuous improvement includes a willingness to
share knowledge to benefit the learning process
of others and the organization. It also entails
actively working to do things better and providing
excellent service.
We demonstrate passion when we put all our inte-
lligence, skills, talents and energy toward reaching
organizational objectives.
This passion drives us to put the best of ourselves
toward achieving targets.
Leadership means inspiring, mobilizing and
influencing teams to achieve results, encouraging
professional development and building networks
with all stakeholder groups, while complying with
the organization’s principles and values.
Professionalism
Continuous improvement
Passion for what we do
Leadership
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OWNERSHIP STRUCTURE
Parque Arauco, FACTS AND FIGURES FOR 2015>
Investment Funds
Other
Controlling group
Said Yarur family
Abumohor family
Pension Fund Administrators (AFPs)
Brokerage firms
25,9%
5,9%
2,9%
10,3%
29,2%
18,0%
5,8%2,0%
Mutual Funds Other
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Total GLA Company-owned GLA Occupancy
Number of shopping centers
Chile/
Peru/
colombia/
Parque Arauco is one of the leading shopping center developers in Chile, Peru and Colombia.
Parque Arauco, AT A GLANCE>
409.500m2
337.500m2
71.500m2
374.825m2
231.380m2
56.650m2
96,1%
94,1%
89,9%
20
15
2
91.639
44.883
9.689
Total GLA Company-owned GLA Occupancy
Number of shopping centers
Revenue in millions of Ch$ 2
1 Excludes Marina Arauco2 Revenue from January to December 2015
Total GLA Company-owned GLA Occupancy
Number of shopping centers
Revenue in millions of Ch$ 2
Revenue in millions of Ch$ 2
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/ Total Revenue
1 Excludes Marina Arauco
2 Revenue from January to December 2015 Exchange Rate: 1 USD = Ch$654.9
62,7%Chile
30,7%Peru
TOTAL IN MILLIONS
OF USD
223
6,6%Colombia
/ Total GLA
INDICATORS, BY COUNTRY
50,0%Chile
41,2%Peru
Totalm2
818.5001
8,8%Colombia
2
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/ Total GLA
/ Total revenue by format
1 Others includes strip centers and premium outlets
2 Others includes strip centers and premium outlets
83,5%Regional
7,9%Neighborhood
8,6%Other
Totalm2
818.5001
88,1%Regional
4,4%Neighborhood7,5%2
Other
Total US$223 million
INDICATORS, BY FORMAT
Our shopping centers are segmented into the following formats:
» Regional and neighborhood shopping centers
» Premium outlets
» Strip centers
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PRESENCE AND PORTFOLIO>
Peru
colombia
chile
• Bucaramanga
• Pereira
• Cajamarca
• Chimbote
• Barranca
• Cañete
• Chincha
• Lima
• Pisco
• Ica
• Arequipa
• Curauma
• Santiago
• San Antonio
• Chillán
• Concepción
Peru
Chile
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Parque Arboleda Parque Caracolí
Parque Arauco has two regional shopping centers in Colombia; the average age of the
portfolio is four years.
GLA (m2)Ownership
%
Company- owned GLA
(m2)Occupancy
Year Incorporated
Parque Arboleda 33.000 55% 18.150 92,9% 2010
Parque Caracolí 38.500 100% 38.500 87,3% 2013
COLOMBIA TOTAL 71.500 81% 56.650 89,9%
/ Operations in Colombia
/ Operations in Chile
GLA (m2)Owner-
ship%
Company- owned GLA
(m2)Occupancy
Year Incorporated
Parque Arauco Kennedy 116.500 100% 116.500 97,6% 1982
Arauco Maipú 75.000 100% 75.000 96,7% 1993
Arauco Chillán 31.500 100% 31.500 97,8% 2007
Arauco Estación 68.500 83% 56.855 97,7% 2008
Arauco San Antonio 28.500 51% 14.535 94,5% 2009
Arauco Express (Stripcenters Chile)1 18.500 51% 9.435 87,4% 2012
Arauco Premium Outlets1 39.000 100% 39.000 88.8% 2012
Arauco Quilicura 32.000 100% 32.000 99,4% 2013
CHILE TOTAL 409.500 92% 374.825 96,1%
Parque Arauco has six regional shopping centers, three outlets and 11
strip centers in Chile; the average age of the portfolio is 17 years.
Parque Arauco Kennedy Arauco Maipú Arauco Estación Arauco Quilicura
Arauco San Antonio Arauco Chillán Arauco Premium Outlets
Megaplaza Norte Megaplaza Express Villa Larcomar
Parque Lambramani Megaplaza Chimbote
In Peru, the Company has six regional shopping centers, six neighborhood
shopping centers, one outlet and two strip centers; the average age of the
portfolio is five years.
GLA (m2)Owner-
ship%
Company- owned
GLA (m2)Occupancy
Year Incorporated
Megaplaza Norte 110.500 50% 55.250 96,7% 2006
Megaplaza Express Villa 7.500 50% 3.750 97,3% 2009
Larcomar 26.000 100% 26.000 89,5% 2010
Parque Lambramani 28.500 100% 28.500 89,6% 2010
MegaPlaza Chimbote 28.000 34% 9.380 94,2% 2012
MegaPlaza Express Villa El Salvador
9.000 50% 4.500 98,3% 2012
MegaPlaza Express Chincha 8.000 50% 4.000 84,6% 2013
Propiedades SCP1 13.000 100% 13.000 83,0% 2013
MegaPlaza Cañete 16.500 50% 8.250 99,2% 2013
MegaPlaza Express Barranca 9.500 50% 4.750 96,9% 2013
MegaPlaza Pisco 14.000 50% 7.000 96,7% 2015
El Quinde Cajamarca 30.500 100% 30.500 92,4% 2015
El Quinde Ica 36.500 100% 36.500 95,0% 2015
Peru TOTAL 337.500 69% 231.380 94,1%
/ Operations in Peru
1 SCP Properties include a premium outlet and two strip centers in Lima.
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Direct economic value generated 2015
Revenue $ 146.210.509
Finance income $ 3.537.871
Share of profit (loss)of associates $ 8.296.038
Total direct economic value generated $ 158.044.418
Direct economic value distributed
Operating expenses1 $ 15.077.535
Administrative expenses $ 14.955.558
Payroll $ 18.653.545
Finance costs $ 30.189.637
Taxes 2 $ 8.210.406
Donations $167.885
Dividends paid $ 24.569.973
Total direct economic value distributed $111.824.539
Total economic value retained
Total direct economic value generated $ 158.044.418
Total direct economic value distributed $111.824.539
Total economic value retained $46.219.879
ECONOMIC INDICATORS>
1 Excludes payroll2 Includes income tax; excludes property tax and VAT
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/ Other relevant operating figures for 2015
TOTAL ASSETS
TOTAL LIABILITIES
EQUITY
1.413.758
633.631
776.403
1.671.939
895.536
780.127
2014
2014
2014
2015
2015
2015
All figures are expressed in ThCh$
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2015 HIGHLIGHTS
January
October
December
March
November
Other important events this year
April
• Acquired the El Quinde
shopping center in
Cajamarca (30,500 m2) and
El Quinde Ica (35,500m2),
thereby expanding our
portfolio in Peru.
• Signed an agreement
to purchase Plaza Jesús
María shopping center in
Lima (14,000m2 of leasable
space).
• Finalized the agreement
to buy interest owned by
our partner in Peru, Los
Portales, thereby gaining
access to 100% of InOutlet
Faucett in Lima (7,500m2);
the Viamix Chorrillos
and Viamix Las Malvinas
(6,000m2 in total) strip
centers; the Viamix
Colonial project (3,000m2)
and 19,500m for future
projects.
• Opened MegaPlaza
Pisco (14,000m2 of
leasable space), our sixth
neighborhood shopping
center in Peru.
• Announced acquisition of
45% interest in Inversiones
Inmobiliarias Arauco
Alameda S.A.S. from
Bancolombia, thereby
accessing: 55% of Parque
Arboleda (Pereira),
100% of Parque Caracolí
(Bucaramanga), 100% of
Parque La Colina (Bogotá),
and 100% of 46,000m2 plot
of land in Valledupar.
• Made progress on the strip centers in Recoleta, Ciudad Empresarial
and Antofagasta, which will add 14,500m2 to the Arauco Express
portfolio in Chile.
• Continued development of the Parque La Colina project in Bogotá
and began construction of our first outlet in Colombia.
• Made progress on construction of the first premium outlets in Lurín
(8,500m2), just outside Lima. The project has been built to meet LEED
certification standards.
• In April, we announced the
development of two projects
in northern Chile: the area’s
first premium brand outlet,
Arauco Premium Outlet
Coquimbo, and the Arauco
Antofagasta shopping
center.
• New projects and
expansion of shopping
centers in Peru: MegaPlaza
Norte, MegaPlaza Chimbote,
MegaPlaza Express Chincha
and MegaPlaza Express Villa
Chorrillos.
• Also in April, we conducted
the largest bond issuance
in company history (UF 6
million).
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RECOGNITION IN 2015
- Latin American Shopping Center Awards 2015 Category: Traditional Marketing - Cause Related Marketing (Silver) Project: “Da Gusto Compartir”. MegaPlaza, Lima, Peru
Proyect: “Esta Navidad, Yo Regalo Educación” Parque Arboleda and Parque Caracoli, Colombia-
- Top-100 Companies with the Best Reputation. Merco Chile.
45th place
- Corporate Reputation, Chile. H+K GFK Adimark 2015. L41th place
- Great Place to Work. Chilean and Colombian operations (combined),
39th place. Peruvian operations, 11th place.
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Chapter 2
BUILDING SUSTAINABLE RELATIONSHIPS
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STAKE-HOLDERS
HOW WE ENGAGE
Shareholders and Other Capital Market Representatives
Trade Groups, Chambersand Other Associations
Authorities and PublicInstitutions Communities
Parque Arauco strives to maintain open, timely and comprehensive communication with our diverse
stakeholders through the following channels and practices:
Shareholders' meeting
Annual report
Corporate website
Investor Relations Area
Meetings and
conference calls
Other extraordinary
meetings
Contact through
trade groups
Meetings and reports
on information
requested by the
Superintendency
of Securities and
Insurance and other
regulatory bodies
Corporate website
Annual report
Meetings with civic
associations
Contact through foundations and social institutions
Meetings with community representatives, arranged through municipalities through municipalities
Participation in
meetings, assemblies
and round tables
STAKEHOLDERS>
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Customers
Call Center
Information desk in
our shopping centers
Shopping center
websites
Corporate website
Social networks:
Facebook, Instagram,
Twitter, Pinterest
Satisfaction surveys
and indicator
measurements
Detalle, our digital
magazine
Our tool for dealing with any question or report related to our operations and issues
that could endanger ethics or good practices open to all stakeholders.
Employees Tenants
Intranet
Corporate e-mail
One-on-one meetings
and feedback sessions
Area meetings
Breakfast meetings
to introduce strategic
issues
Organizational climate
survey
Events and
celebrations
Meetings with Head of Commercial
Operations from each
shopping center
Division commercial area meets with potential new tenants
Division commercial
area meets with
current clients to
discuss growth
opportunities,
expansion and
contract renewal
Individual shopping
center websites
• International Council of Shopping Centers• Chilean Chamber of Shopping Centers• Chilean Chamber of Construction• Chilean Chamber of Commerce• ICARE• SOFOFA• Generación Empresarial• Unión Social de Empresarios Cristianos• Santiago Chamber of Commerce
• Smart Building Chile, a project supported by the Chilean Development Corporation (CORFO) and the Chilean Chamber of Commerce
• Chilean-Peruvian Business Council• National Advertising Association (ANDA)• Direct and Digital Marketing Association, Chile• Colombian Shopping Center Association• National Merchants Federation of Risaralda
(FENALCO; Santander, Colombia)• Global Compact, Chile• Peruvian Shopping Center Association (ACCEP)
/ Institutions or trade groups in which the company participates
To learn more about
EthicsPoint, see
page 37.
Suppliers
Contact form on website Invitation-
only and bid proposal evaluation
meetings
Introductory and exploratory
meetings with potential new
suppliers
Direct contact for operational issues
through the corresponding contract
administrator
Direct supplier service hot line:
• Chile: +56 22 299 0777
(Hours: 8.00 a.m. a 18.30)
• Peru: +51 1 610 4643
(Hours: 6.00 a.m. a 15.30)
• Colombia: + 57 1 322 1645
(Hours: 6.00 a.m. a 15.30)
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METHOD AND DEFINITIONOF OUR MATERIAL ASPECTS>As we prepared our first Sustainability Report, we made progress toward organizing and adopting
an organization-wide approach to managing our organization’s sustainability-related challenges
and opportunities. From its outset, Parque Arauco has undertaken initiatives that implicitly manage
sustainability across the entire Company.
Now, we want to go a step further and develop a comprehensive strategy in line with our sustainability
priorities. To do so, we have worked to understand our stakeholders’ concerns and expectations as well
as their connection to relevant aspects of our business. With this information, we established material,
priority issues on which to focus management and reporting efforts in the short, medium and long term.
Best practices and issues relevant to the commercial real estate leasing industry in Latin America and
other countries around the world.
In-depth interviews with executives, strategic area and process leaders and management in the three
countries where we operate.
A survey inviting other stakeholders to express their expectations for Parque Arauco’s sustainability
management. These stakeholders included: employees at all levels of the organization, strategic suppliers,
tenants from some of our shopping centers, financial analysts, foundations and civic organizations.
» DATA ANALYSIS
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Methodology:
INDUSTRY BENCHMARKS
VIRTUAL STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT
EXECUTIVE INTERVIEWS
Sources of information
In-depth interviews with executives
Surveys analyzed
We analyzed information from three different sources:
/ The model for identifying our material aspects
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Material and priority sustainability aspects were extracted from these sources of information. Aspects that
were frequently mentioned by different sources were categorized, then cross-referenced with their impact
on business strategy:
MATERIAL ASPECTS IDENTIFIED
RELATED OR APPLICABLE ASPECTS
Corporate Governance
Ties with surrounding communities
Managing environmental impact
Sustainable design
Ability to attract and retain talent
Supplier and contractor management
Ability to anticipatechanges inconsumer preferences
Ethical and transparent decision making; monitoring
and follow-up of ethical, compliance and risk
management principles.
Trust and good community relationships; being a
good neighbor and corporate citizen; creating value
for neighboring communities.
Environmental management focusing on water,
waste and energy efficiency.
Developing innovative construction
models that address the environmental
challenges of the future.
Managing issues like diversity, inclusion, skill
development, high performance, well-being, job
security, culture and organizational climate.
Productivity; standards and practices that anticipate
risk in the value chain; sustainable selection criteria
and joint sustainability initiatives.
Monitoring and managing customer service
excellence; analysis and anticipation of consumer
behavior—the drivers that make our shopping
centers places for gathering and experiences.
For additional information on this topic, please see
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Chapter 3
OUR CORPORATEGOVERNANCE
MODEL
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Parque Arauco is a publicly-traded corporation
managed by a nine-member Board of Directors. In
accordance with company bylaws, these directors
serve three-year terms and may be subsequently
re-elected.
The directors are responsible for analyzing different
business opportunities as well as their potential impact
on the economy, environment and society. Likewise,
the Board of Directors is charged with reviewing and
managing all potential business risks, and requesting
and evaluating information in order to mitigate and/
or resolve issues that arise.
The criteria for appointing and electing board
members are set forth in the Corporations Law (No.
18,046) and company bylaws.
As of year-end 2015, none of the directors held
executive positions at Parque Arauco
>>
José Said SaffieChairman
B.A. in Law Tax ID No.: 2.305.902-9
Attendance in 2015: 100% Monthly stipend: UF 200
>>
Orlando Sáenz RojasDirector
B.S. in Civil EngineeringTax ID No.: 3.599.669-9
Attendance in 2015: 92,30%Monthly stipend: UF 100
>>
René Abumohor ToumaDirector
Financial Investor Tax ID No.: 3.065.693-8
Attendance in 2015: 92,30%Monthly stipend: UF 100
>>
Rafael Aldunate ValdésDirector independiente
B.A. in Business Administration Tax ID No.: 5.193.449-0
Attendance in 2015: 100%Monthly stipend: UF 100
Board structure AND RESPONSIBILITIES>
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>>
Guillermo Said YarurDirector
B.S. in Civil Engineering Tax ID No.: 6.191.544-3
Attendance in 2015: 100%Monthly stipend: UF 100
>>
José Domingo Eluchans UrendaDirector
AttorneyTax ID No.: 6.474.632-4
Attendance in 2015: 84,60%Monthly stipend: UF 100
>>
Salvador Said SomavíaDirector
B.A. in Business AdministrationTax ID No.: 6.379.626-3
Attendance in 2015: 100%Monthly stipend: UF 100
>>
Rosanna Gaio CuevasDirectora independiente
B.A. in Accounting Tax ID No.: 6.934.528-K
Attendance in 2015: 92,30%Monthly stipend: UF 100
>>
Joaquín Brahm BarrilDirector independiente
B.A. in Business Administration Tax ID No.: 7.052.386-8
Attendance in 2015: 92,30%Monthly stipend: UF 100
The criteria for appointing and electing board members are set forth in the Corporations Law (No. 18,046) and company bylaws.
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Our Company is governed by the Corporations Law, which
sets forth the conditions for our directors to be considered
independent.
Directors’ Committee
INDEPENDENCE ANDTHE BOARD
In accordance with article 50 bis of the Corporations Law, we have a Directors’ Committee, which met 12
times in 2015. It is structured as follows:
Joaquín Brahm Barril Yes 92% UF 65
Rafael Aldunate Valdés Yes 100% UF 65
Guillermo Said Yarur No 100% UF 65
DirectorIndependent
Member2015
Attendance
Monthly Stipend for Committee Participation
Any financial, professional,
credit or business connection,
interest in or dependence on the
Company or other companies
within the same group, its parent
company, or directors, managers,
administrators, senior executives
or advisors at any of these
companies.
Any kinship relationship, up to
the second degree by blood
or marriage with any of the
individuals referred to in the
previous point.
Been a director, manager,
administrator or senior executive
of non-profit organizations
that have received significant
contributions or donations from
the individuals listed in point 1.
Been a partner or shareholder with
direct or indirect control over 10% or
more of the capital of entities that
have provided legal or consulting
services for significant amounts; or
external auditors for the individuals
referred to in point 1 or for the
Company’s principal competitors,
suppliers or customers; or served as
director, manager, administrator or
senior executive of these entities.
The law establishes that independent directors of corporations may not have:
1. 2. 3. 4.
To be considered independent, directors must have met all these requirements for the 18 months prior to their appointment.
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Evaluating external audit reports, balance
sheets and the financial statements
presented to the shareholders.
Preparing an annual management report
with the main recommendations to the
shareholders.
Reviewing and following up on certification
of Law 20,393.
Evaluating proposed external auditors and
risk rating agencies for assessment by the
Board and subsequent presentation at the
respective shareholders’ meeting
Evaluating records relating to transactions
with related parties, in accordance with
the Corporations Law.
Analyzing and approving the risk
management methodology.
In addition, the Committee is responsible
for everything required by law and company
bylaws as well as specific tasks assigned to it
by the shareholders or the Board.
Conducting a thorough review of the
remunerations system and compensation
plans for the Company’s managers and
senior executives.
Meeting with the internal audit team every
month to monitor and follow up on the main
audit findings.
The functions of this Committee include:
1. 4. 7.
2. 5. 8.
9.3. 6.
INTEGRITY AND TRANSPARENCY
RISK MANAGEMENT BY THE BOARD
Our Code of Conduct describes our clear
commitment to complying with the laws, rules
and regulations in all the places we operate.
All Company employees and officers, including
board members, must observe and uphold the
commitments set forth in that Code.
The Company has implemented a Crime
Prevention Model, which was audited by an
external company, BH Compliance. In accordance
with Law 20,393—which establishes criminal
liability for legal entities that commit the crimes
of money laundering, financing terrorism or
bribery—the model is a preventive mechanism to
monitor and control processes or activities that
could represent risk.
The Board reviewed and unanimously approved
both the Crime Prevention Model and the Code of
Business Conduct. These integrity tools
and non-negotiable practices guide our corporate
management efforts.
The Department of Internal Control and Audit
monitors the Company’s board-approved risk
methodology.
Directly or through the Directors’ Committee, the
Board analyzes the risk management process. It
establishes procedures to identify, analyze, mitigate,
quantify and monitor risk in order to influence
development and fulfillment of organizational
objectives of any nature, including financial,
environmental and social objectives. In addition, the
Company uses its map of critical processes and risks
to draft its annual master plan and internal audit
program.
The senior executive team is responsible for
presenting the Company’s investment projects as well
as business and management strategy to the Board.
To learn more about. the Company’s
risk methodology and matrix,
see page 40.
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ManagementExecutives >
The Company’s senior executives consider the economic, environmental and social effects of the initiatives
submitted to the Board for analysis. The teams take these variables into account during project development,
striving to create maximum value for all stakeholders with each decision.
>>
Juan Antonio Álvarez AvendañoExecutive Vice President
Attorney Chilean
>>
Eduardo Herrera VázquezChief Executive Officer, Peru Division
B.A. in Industrial Engineering Peruvian
>>
Andrés Torrealba Ruiz-TagleChief Executive Officer, Chile Division
B.A. in Business AdministrationChilean
>>
Juan Pablo Romero RestrepoChief Executive Officer, Colombia Division
B.A. in Business AdministrationColombian
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>>
Carolina Galletti VernazzaniCorporate Human Resources Manager
B.A. in Business AdministrationChilean
>>
Duncan Grob UrzúaCorporate Legal Manager
Attorney Chilean
>>
Claudio Chamorro CarrizoCorporate Chief Financial Officer
B.A. in Business Administration ChileanChilean
>>
Marco Henríquez EspinozaCorporate Audit Manager and Controller
B.A. in Accounting ChileanChilean
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Since the Company’s founding, its business policies
and practices have been based on ethical behavior
and regulatory compliance, influencing our
stakeholders’ perceptions and how we build long-
term business relationships.
Our Code of Business Conduct is an additional tool
that specifies the basic, non-negotiable behavior,
whether acting individually or collectively, that is
mandatory for everyone in the Company and its
subsidiaries.
Ethics and compliance, ELEMENTS THAT IDENTIFY US>
/ Code of business conduct: doing What’s right
REGULATORY COMPLIANCE
CONFLICTS OF INTEREST
USE OF INSIDER INFORMATION
ANTITRUST AND LEGAL TRADE
HANDLING CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION
FRAUD AND INTEGRITY
ASSET PROTECTION
BRIBERY, MONEY LAUNDERING AND TERRORISM FINANCE
DONATIONS
HARASSMENT AND DISCRIMINATION
CONSUMPTION OF ALCOHOL, TOBACCO AND ILLEGAL DRUGS
COMPLIANCE
REPORTING ILLEGAL CONDUCT AND NONCOMPLIANCE
The Code is provided to all employees and is
available through several Parque Arauco Human
Resources Area channels. Here are some of the
points it covers:
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/ Reporting hotline: ethicspoint
OUR CODE OF BUSINESS CONDUCT IS A TOOL THAT ESTABLISHES THE BASIC, NON-NEGOTIABLE BEHAVIORREQUIRED OF EVERYONE WHO BELONGS TO OUR ORGANIZATION.
EthicsPoint, a tool operated by the international supplier NAVEX, is available to all our stakeholders
(customers, tenants, users, employees, suppliers, investors, shareholders, neighbors and the general
community). This simple, anonymous and confidential hotline can be used to report any event that may
involve irregularities, misuse of company assets or resources, abusive behavior, breaches of the law or
corporate policy.
Upon receipt by the Ethics Committee, the Executive Vice President and the Directors’ Committee,
complaints are studied on a case-by-case basis. Depending on the information available, an
investigation is initiated or additional background information is requested to better assess the
situation. The Ethics Committee investigates any irregularity reported through this hotline and
communicates the results to the Directors’ Committee and the Executive Vice President.
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REPORTING HOTLINE
24,5%Internal
complaints(Employees)75,5%
External complaints
• In the Code of Business Conduct section of our shopping centers’ websites
• On our corporate website: www.parauco.com under Corporate Governance/Governance and Transparency
Practices/Anonymous Reporting
• Through the corporate Intranet available to all employees in Chile, Peru and Colombia
The following is a general summary of the complaints processed through EthicsPoint since its implementation:
98 TOTAL COMPLAINTS
98,9%Internet
1,1%Internal channels
How to access - REPORTING HOTLINE: ETHICSPOINT>
98 TOTAL COMPLAINTS
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TYPE OF COMPLAINT
41,8%Anonymous
58,2%Not
anonymous
LANGUAGE OF THE COMPLAINTS
99%Spanish
1%English
All stakeholders may utilize our anonymous reporting tool, EthicsPoint. The Ethics Committee is responsible for processing any irregularities reported through this hotline.
98 TOTAL COMPLAINTS
98 TOTAL COMPLAINTS
The ethics committee:OBJECTIVE, STRUCTURE AND FUNCTIONING>The Ethics Committee was created to lend support, objectivity and rigor to the process of investigating reported
situations that directly threaten the Company’s ethical principles or put the Company at risk of poor practices
that affect the integrity of our business.
The committee, comprised of executives from the Controller’s office and the Legal and Human Resources areas,
reviews each case on the basis of information received and data gathered through inquiries. The process ends
with a report containing conclusions and measures to be adopted as a result of the complaint.
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We focus on generating a process and policy that help us review
and define controls related to internal risk management. This
process observes and is based upon international best practices
and standards.
Our risk MANAGEMENT MODEL>
FACT-FINDING DESIGN CONSTRUCTION IMPLEMENTATION ONGOINGmonitoring
STEPS IN THE RISK MANAGEMENT PROCESS
ACTIVITIES FOR EACH STEP
DELIVERABLES
• Surveys
• Internal audits
• Process-
subprocess
mapping
• Redefine
taxonomy
• Qualitative and
quantitative
classification
• Accounting-
process
relationship
• Risk rating and
weighting
• Process rating
and weighting
• Impact and
probability
levels
• Tool assessment • Ongoing
monitoring
• List of risks
• List of
processes
• Risk Policy
• Updated Risk
Methodology
• Definitive
Taxonomy
• Process Mapping
• Risk Mapping
• Risk-Process
Matrix
• Risk system • Ongoing
monitoring
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Matrix of Identified RisksThe three categories of risks are classified, defined and cross-referenced on a map of internal controls and
management. Each category is directly or indirectly related to environmental, social or economic issues
affecting operations.
The process of identifying the Company’s risk matrix involves prioritizing and developing control
mechanisms, then assessing the efficiency with which they mitigate potential risks.
General Risks
ProcessRisks
InformationRisks
• Competition
• Client needs
• Technological innovation
• Shareholder relationships
• Availability of capital
• Operating risks
• Financial risks
• Authority risks
• Technological risks
• Integrity risks
General risks, also called environmental risks, are the result of external factors
that could trigger significant changes in the basis for the business’s objectives
and strategies. Among other issues, they include:
Process risks are those that are inherent to managing and administrating the
business. They refer to issues that could affect the Company’s creation of value:
• Commitments undertaken
• Drafting reports
• Environmental context
and analysis
• Business portfolio
• Valuation
Information risks are related to management, accuracy and backing up of
information relevant to the Company’s strategic decision making. They include:
• Performance measurement
• Planning
• Life cycle
• Business model
• Sovereign and political risk
• Legal and regulatory risks
• Industry risks
Process of identifying AND ASSESSING RISKS>
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Risk Prevention
We focus efforts on communication and training activities that help our operations avoid any risk situation or
poor practice.
The Controller and the Corporate Human Resources Area design prevention initiatives aimed at all levels of
the organization, including the Board of Directors and senior management.
Detection and Response
This point includes reviewing reports of possible irregularities as well as the findings from internal audits and
other established monitoring mechanisms.
Communications and improvement processes are triggered as a result of detected breeches, while
investigations seek to identify solutions and disciplinary measures.
/ Actions Related To The Crime Prevention Model
Our Crime Prevention Model consists of ongoing monitoring through controls on processes and/or
situations that could pose a risk in terms of the provisions of Law 20,939 (money laundering, terrorism
finance and bribery).
The Head of Crime Prevention is responsible for coordinating with the Company’s main executives to
implement the model.
Our Crime Prevention Model is evaluated by an independent certification firm, which corroborates
compliance with related policies, standards and procedures.
Crime PREVENTION>
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Total visits to information available on the Intranet (2015)
Percentage of visits or sessions from Chile
Percentage of visits orsessions from Peru
Percentage of visits or sessions from Colombia
34.88288,34%6,71%4,96%
An interactive course to reinforce the Code of Conduct is also available on the intranet. Fifty percent of the
employees who joined the Company in 2015 have completed the course.
One hundred percent of the employees who joined the Company in 2015 received a copy of the Code of
Conduct, which includes information related to Law 20,393.
Employee participation in this type of online training is as follows:
Our Intranet offers several options for training our employees and keeping them up-to-date on issues related to ethics and risk/crime prevention.
In 2015, we worked to build an internal framework and guidelines for fair competition issues. To that end and
with the aid of specialized external antitrust consultants, we have drafted a manual that addresses issues like:
• Free market competition: concept, scope, regulation and characteristics
• Examples of the main figures or situations that could threaten free market competition, such as horizontal
and vertical agreements or unfair competition
• The main commitments that employees of Parque Arauco and its subsidiaries must uphold
The Antitrust Manual was approved by the Parque Arauco Board of Directors in March 2016. It was
subsequently distributed to employees and published on the website
Actions to promote AND SAFEGUARD FREE MARKET COMPETITION>
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Chapter 4
OURCUSTOMERS
AT THE HEART OF WHAT WE DO
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Parque Arauco Kennedy was the first shopping mall in
Chile (1982). Recognized as an icon by locals and tourists
alike, it continues to set trends and innovate in its
customer relationships.
Our experience as pioneers in the business in Chile has
facilitated transfer of our model and learning to other
places in Chile and abroad.
We are pioneers in the SHOPPING CENTER BUSINESS IN CHILE>
1994Parque Arauco was the first
Chilean shopping center company to expand its business
beyond Chilean borders.
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Innovation as a way OF RELATING TO OUR CUSTOMERS >Given the nature of our business, we must develop new elements so that every step of our visitors’
experience—including before they even step foot on our facilities—meets their expectations and makes
them want to return.
To that end, we consider multiple variables: the location and design of our shopping centers, interior design,
the product offer, store selection, access and service personnel. In short, each detail of our shopping center
operations is carefully designed.
Innovation and surprise drive the way we relate to customers and visitors. From the outset, we have striven
to create places that offer much more than just things to buy.
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1997 2007
2003 2010_
We were the first Chilean shopping center company to include a medical center in its facilities.
_
We pioneered the concept of designating a special design and home décor space.
__
We opened the first open-air restaurant dining area completely transforming the experienceof dining and getting together with others at a shopping center.
_
We offered Chile’s first smart parking system, to reduce the time it takes visitors to easily find available parking spots.
Leadership MILESTONES>
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2011 2013 2015
2012 2014_
We were the first to include lactation rooms in a shopping center in Chile.
_
We developed Latin America’s first mobile phone pplication with gps in shopping centers.
_
We built Peru’s Lurín outlet in accordance with internationalstandards on sustainable construction
_
We were the first shopping center to develop a parking payment system that is integrated withthe automatic payment device used on Chile’s urban highways.
_
We were the first shopping center in Chile to earn LEED certification for sustainable building.
MALL ARAUCO QUILICURASantiago, Chile
LEED FOR CORE & SHELL
December 2014
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Figures, data and facts EXAMPLES OF OUR EFFORTS TO ENHANCE THE SERVICE EXPERIENCE>
More than 800 parking spaces for bicycles at our shopping centers
Preferential parking spaces for individuals with special conditions
Shopping centers offering Wi-Fi
Lactation areas in our shopping centers
800
320
14
7
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Larcomar, one of our most famous
shopping centers in Lima, has joined
a campaign spearheaded by the
Municipality of Miraflores to encourage
bicycle use in that part of the city.
We have a special bicycle parking area
that offers users lockers and water.
It is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Just in 2015, more than 17,000
customers and visitors came to
Larcomar by bicycle.
Through these initiatives, we are
supporting the municipality’s efforts to
promote sustainable transportation in
everyday activities.
At Parque Arauco Kennedy, we have integrated
payment for our parking lots with the electronic
billing system used for urban highways in
Santiago, Chile.
Registered users do not need to take a ticket to enter the parking lot,
avoiding lines and traffic jams during peak times or seasons.
Charges are made through the customer’s monthly highway usage bill. Thus,
customers save time and do not need to have cash on hand.
/ ArAuco TAg,PArking WiThouT Lines or cAsh
VISITORS WHO ARRIVE BY BICYCLE ARE GREETED WITH WATER AND LOCKERS.
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990.000We recorded more than 990,000 visits to Parque Arauco
Kennedy using the TAG-integrated parking system. We are
the only shopping center to offer this convenience
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We have more than 7,900 m2 available for playgrounds
DeDetalle, our digital magazine, is a platform for trends, fashion and tips.
It had more than 293,000 hits in 2015.
CAs part of our commitment to operational excellence, we work to prevent and comprehensively manage our
customers’ and visitors’ safety.
In Chile, we have implemented a strategy that integrates technology with a central risk management platform and
cross-analysis of geographically referenced data. This enables us to anticipate situations and detect risk patterns in order to
prevent unexpected situations at our shopping centers.
7.900
293.000
Safety
m2
www.revistadetalle.cl
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Shares her view on safety at the Company:
Francisca Osorio, MANAGER OF SHOPPING CENTERS, CHILE DIVISION>
/ What role does safety play in Parque Arauco’s management model and strategy?
/ How does Parque Arauco show concern for its customers’ and visitors’ safety?
1.
2.
Safety is very important at Parque Arauco. This is reflected in our ongoing concern and
management of safety issues in all our shopping centers. As places where a large number of
people work and circulate, it is vitally important that everyone is able to move through the
different areas and sectors safely.
So, we rigorously follow several processes, policies and protocols that are designed to reduce the
likelihood of a dangerous situation. Additionally, we take a preventative stance in the face of any
threat.
We have a Safety and Risk Prevention area that is constantly focused on identifying possible
risk situations, effective solutions and prevention measures. At the same time, we maintain our
equipment in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations; correct operation is verified
regularly.
We use technology to monitor what is happening in our shopping centers. Among other
tools, we have developed an integrated CCTV camera system and control rooms to monitor
fire detection and prevention systems. All these measures are in compliance with standards
established by different controlling entities.
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/ What are some of the most important milestones and future opportunities and challenges that Parque Arauco will have to address in terms of customer and visitor safety?
3.
Technology advances every year, offering different tools for prevention and continued preparation.
We are constantly looking for new, efficient tools to include in our everyday operations.
At the same time, we work to strengthen the culture of risk anticipation and prevention. We need to
work with several different players: suppliers, competent authorities, employees, stores and even our
visitors.
Furthermore, we believe that collaboration with competent authorities and institutions complements
our efforts and allows us to respond to the safety challenges we face.
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/ Overall customer satisfaction
Monitoring and measurement, mechanisms FOR UNDERSTANDING CUSTOMER SATISFACTION>Concrete examples demonstrate our concern for service excellence. As part of the continuous improvement
process, we seek feedback in order to learn about our clients’ perceptions.
We conduct studies that measure overall satisfaction and, in some cases, perceptions regarding specific issues,
like the cleanliness and condition of our restrooms.
/ Estudio 360, customer satisfaction indicators in chile:
The study is called Estudio 360 because it provides
a comprehensive view by accounting for various
elements, including: opinions on stores and the
shopping center’s business mix, whether the
customer would return, and general ratings of the
experience.
In 2015, the study was performed twice for the
following shopping centers:
Parque Arauco Kennedy
Arauco Maipú
Arauco Estación
Arauco San Antonio
Arauco Chillán
Arauco Quilicura
General customer satisfaction is measured with the
following question:
Based on your experience today, how would you
rate your satisfaction with your visit to our shopping
center?
The responses were as follows:
Highly satisfied :Ratings between 7 and 6
Neutral: Rating of 5
Unsatisfied: Ratings between 1 and 4
66%Highly satisfied
26%Neutral
8%Unsatisfied
Total responses
4.320
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59%Very satisfied
21%Satisfied
9%Unsatisfied
11%Very unsatisfied
TOTAL RESPONSES 398.853
/ 2015 Satisfaction according to restroom feedback system
In addition to general customer satisfaction, we measure certain issues that impact good service
experience. In that regard, Parque Arauco Kennedy was the first shopping center to implement a digital
system for evaluating the perception of restroom cleanliness.
Our customers rate the cleanlinessAND CONDITION OF OUR RESTROOMS ON A DAILY BASIS>
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chile
Followers on Facebook
Followers on Twitter
Visits to our websites
553.728
61.659
4.235.775
Platforms and social networking enable open, fluid exchange of information with our customers, users and
potential visitors.
The marketing area of each division (Chile, Peru and Colombia) is responsible for managing these
platforms as well as external campaigns and communication.
Our online interaction in 2015:
DIGITALCOMMUNICATION>
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Peru
Followers on Facebook
Followers on Twitter
Visits to our websites
860.149
44.137
668.897
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colombia
Followers on Facebook
Followers on Twitter
Visits to our websites
156.224
8.124
131.225
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1 A visit becomes a session when the user interacts with the website. Thus, the number of sessions is equal to or greater than the number of visits.
More than 1,500,000 total followers on Facebook
Close to 113,000 total followers on Twitter
More than 5 million visits to our website11
1.500.000
113.000
5.000.000
/ Consolidated social networking and website figures
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The marketing area is responsible for proper management of personal data and for safeguarding the privacy
of customer data. Our procedures are in alignment with each country’s laws and regulations on these issues.
In 2015, we did not receive any sanctions for failure to uphold regulations on marketing, privacy or personal
data leaks.
Respect for our customers’DATA PRIVACY>
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Chapter 5
SUPPLIER MANAGEMENT, OPPORTUNITIES AND CHALLENGES
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Chile
Santiago
Peru
Others
Colombia
2,822 Parque Arauco suppliers in 20151
/ Location of our suppliers
Distribution of OUR SUPPLY CHAIN:>
40%
16%
44%
Total2.822
89%
11%
Our strategic suppliers are proportionally distributed in capital cities and other regions or provinces. In many cases,
our operations support local development of small and medium enterprises in mid-sized cities.
In 2015, payments to suppliers of existing operations totaled ThCh$81,968,761.
chile
1 With at least one payment transaction during the year.
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Lima
Bogotá
Others
Others
Arequipa
Pereira
Bucaramanga
19% 45%
15%
21%
The graphs include all operations, with the exception of MegaPlaza in Peru.
Peru
colombia
57%
7%
36%
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We have recently begun the process of identifying and classifying
our strategic suppliers. We are analyzing criteria and the type of
relationship or impact that each supplier has on our operations.
To date, the analysis has included:
The operational continuity category includes the largest number of suppliers. As such, it involves the largest
number of people, who perform their roles through contractors. This supplier classification process has yet
to be conducted for the entire operation; however, we have made progress on identifying the criteria and
categories applicable to some of the operation’s most significant bidding processes in 2015.
Identification and classificationOF STRATEGIC SUPPLIERS>
CRIT
CATE
G
Annual Payments in Excess of US$ 1 Million
Operational Continuity
New Product Development
The supplier contributes to business
continuity. An interruption or flaw
in service threatens shopping center
operations or personal safety. It may
also expose the Company to violations
of laws or regulations.
The supplier is directly involved in
developing the Company’s future
shopping centers.
Suppliers to which annual payments
in excess of US$ 1 million have been
made.
This segment is broken down into five
main categories:
• Utilities: electricity, water and gas
• Maintenance: climate control,
vertical transportation and shopping
center operations
• Housekeeping
• Safety
• Technological infrastructure: web
portal, ERP and complements,
telephone, cloud and Internet,
equipment and servers.
There are two main categories for this
type of supplier:
• Landbank leases
• Construction, architecture and
engineering
The following types of suppliers are also
included in this segment:
• Utilities: electricity
• Security
• Construction
• Maintenance
In addition to these categories:
• Banks
• Service outsourcing
• Insurance
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Social considerations FOR SELECTING, EVALUATING AND MANAGING SUPPLIERS>
In the most important bidding processes, business divisions and regional services areas use pre-established
criteria and considerations to select strategic suppliers.
In Chile, the broad matrix of criteria used in 2015 to evaluate potential strategic suppliers included pricing,
business stability and soundness, as well as good personnel management practices.
PRICING FINANCIAL BEHAVIOR
SOUNDNESS
This criterion is comprised
of two equally weighted
elements:
1. Business Experience 2. Labor Relations
Years in business Number and frequency of actions meant to support worker well-being
Number of employees Formal personnel selection process
Turnover Training
Records and documentation supporting application of the procedure manual Salary trends
Workforce planning and formal job descriptions
/ The following are some of the criteria applied in strategic bidding processes:
Tax payment history,
regulatory compliance,
liquidity, credit status, etc.
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In addition, we conduct periodic reviews. Violations of local labor laws result in fines and penalties. We also
check to make sure that mandatory social security payments have been made and review health and job safety
issues at supplier companies.
In 2015, the Controller worked with the Chile Division’s Operations Department to audit four strategic suppliers.
All supplier companies’ behavior and history will be considered in future bidding processes. In 2015, no violations
of the right to organize were identified among our strategic suppliers.
Our formal evaluation includes human rights criteria such as prevention of child labor and work safety issues.
Periodic evaluation of indicators and analysis of company history.
Adequate back-up team to cover operations on weekends and holidays, when required.
Consistent application of the operation’s control mechanism checklist.
LOCATION OPERATING CAPACITYSupplier’s origin, location and
base presence in the same city
as the operation.
This criterion is comprised
of two equally weighted
elements:
1. Control mechanisms, including:
2. Capacidad de Respuesta, considera entre otros:
A team that guarantees monitoring of the service and compliance with human resources standards.
Response in the event of absence.
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We are experienced at working with our strategic suppliers to institute actions and good practices that result in
better conditions for our own employees and those of our service providers.
These initiatives include setting aside spaces in our shopping centers for contractors to comfortably store their
belongings or, depending on their work schedule, take a few moments to rest or eat.
In parallel, Chile’s Parque Arauco Kennedy has had the pleasant experience of partnering with contractors to
provide work opportunities for persons with different abilities for some years.
A DINING AREA FOR EVERYONE AT PARQUE LAMBRAMANI, PERU
SYMPATRIC ROOM LARCOMAR, PERU
/ Inclusion and collaboration, good social practices with a focus on contractors
We have set up approximately 100m2 with the
implements necessary for Parque Arauco employees
to eat alongside contractors’ and tenants’
employees. We have contracted an outside company
to offer food at a significantly reduced price for those
who care to choose that option.
The room’s name, Sympatric (Simpatría), comes
from the biological term describing different species
that can relate, live in or share the same space
despite their natural differences.
Likewise, this space is meant to be a place for
employees from different service providers to
rest during their work day as well as spend time
together and with employees from other external
companies that work at the shopping center.
The space accommodates up to 20 people per shift.
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FOR OVER FIVE YEARS, WE HAVE PARTNERED WITH THE LAS CONDES MUNICIPAL EDUCATION AND HEALTH FOUNDATION TO OFFER INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIESTO YOUNG PEOPLE ATTENDING ROTARIAN PAUL HARRIS SPECIAL SCHOOL.
“For internship program participants, this is a concrete opportunity to
develop and grow. It enables us to test what they have learned in the real
world, which transcends everyday classroom learning and allows them to
develop technical abilities as well as communication skills while interac-
ting with others, like supervisors, colleagues and customers.”
Alejandra Noemí Lillo Bustos, Occupational Therapist at Paul Harris Special School
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The objective is to create opportunities for young people with intellectual
disabilities at the school to strengthen their technical, communication and
social skills as part of the school curriculum.
To date, more than 30 young people have completed internships in the
Food Court at Parque Arauco Kennedy. Using a supported employment
model, these students work alongside personnel from the contracted
housekeeping service company and under permanent supervision by a
work skills coach from the school.
In 2015, six young people participated in this experience with four-hour
shifts Monday through Friday.
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Use of recycled materials (steel and others)
Development and experience in good construction practices
Initiatives to reduce particulate matter during construction
Efficient and differentiated disposal of project waste
Recycling and use of construction debris
Opportunities to use locally sourced materials
We also use environmental criteria in our work
with strategic suppliers. Specifically, we have
prioritized factors needed to develop new projects
in accordance with LEED sustainable construction
standards.
Since the criteria for LEED certification are rigorous
and demanding, our success lies in selecting
suppliers with broad experience in environmental
and social management.
In developing sustainable projects, we consider the
following elements:
Sustainable design and environmental challenges
CONSIDERATIONS FOR SUPPLIERS OF NEW PROJECTS>
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Chapter 6
OUR COMMUNITY TIES AND RELATIONS
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General considerations REGARDING OUR COMMUNITY RELATIONS>Over the years, we have developed our business and designed processes for relating to neighboring
communities. Implicit in the management of each of our shopping centers is the commitment to maintain
open, constructive relationships with the communities where we operate.
We empower the leaders of each shopping center, called Center Managers, to demonstrate an available,
proactive and responsible attitude toward community concerns and suggestions.
We relate this way from the moment we break ground on a new project. We work with authorities and
local representatives to address each concern and better manage the project, as we responsibly integrate
our shopping centers into their communities.
To learn more about the
new project developmentprocess, see
page 101
Our charitable contributions are directly tied to social causes. We have a Corporate Donation Policy that
formalizes the process of approving and selecting beneficiaries of charitable donations. The policy explicitly
states that we do not make political campaign contributions.
To date, our shopping centers connect with the community and society in general in three ways:
SOCIAL OUTREACH MODEL:
Community activities calendar: Throughout the year, our shopping centers host free sports, culture and
science activities. The objective is to connect with and create value for residents in areas surrounding our
shopping centers.
Matching campaigns: We sponsor campaigns in which our corporate donation is added to our customers’
voluntary contributions. We optimize opportunities for our large spaces to mobilize and sensitize large
numbers of people to social causes.
1. Spaces with a social purpose:
2. Supporting institutions that work to make the world a better place:
3. Social Marketing:
Throughout the year, we make space available so
that various foundations can tell shopping center
customers about their cause.
We make monetary donations to non-profit
organizations in Chile, Peru and ColombiaOur social marketing efforts are divided into two
types:
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Facts, dates and figures ON OUR DONATIONS OF SPACE>
We made more than 4,800m2 of shopping center
space available for charitable activities in Chile, Peru
and Colombia.
Foundations and organizations used
space in our shopping centers in 2015.
They are broken down as follows:33
Thirteen social
support or community
development
organizations
Seven that work on
children’s issues
Seven that focus on
at-risk populations
and overcoming
poverty
Six that work with
health and persons
with different abilities
4.800m2
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/ Aldeas infantiles sos chile foundation commented on the space donations it received from parque arauco in 2015:
/ List of foundations to which parque arauco donated space in 2015:
“Having a strategic partner like Parque Arauco has been crucial for Al-
deas Infantiles SOS Chile.
The Aldeas Infantiles stands, set up in donated space, sell charitable pro-
ducts to earn additional support for our shelter and counseling programs
across Chile.”
Carolina Assi SarquisCommercial and Marketing Director at Aldeas Infantiles SOSile
Patronato Nacional de la Infancia, Fundación Las Rosas, Banigualdad, Teletón, Fundación para la Confianza,
Auxilio Maltés, Fundación Mater, Coanil, Techo para Chile, Hogar de Cristo, Coaniquem, Teléfono de la
Esperanza, Fundación Explora, Mujeres Artesanas de Estación Central, Centro IDEACTIVA de Estación Central,
Academia de Baile de la Calle, Quilicura firefighters, Maipú firefighters, Fundación Sagrada Familia, Santuario
de Maipú, vaccination campaign with CESFAM Maipú, Unidos por los Animales Callejeros (UPLAC), Hogar
Niño Jesús, vaccination campaign with Servicio de Salud Ñuble, Asociación para la Asistencia y Protección de
Animales de Arequipa, Asociación Prisma, Lions Club, Senior Citizen program of Municipality of Miraflores,
Fundación Corazón en Parches, Fundación Romelio, Kiwanis Club and Fundación Onda de Sonrisas.
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Facts and figures on our donations TO INSTITUTIONS THAT WORK TO MAKE THE WORLD A BETTER PLACE>
Ch$167.885.629
27 instituciones
Total contributions and monetary donations to foundations and social causes in 2015
In total, 27 institutions benefited in Chile, Peru and Colombia.
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TWO EXAMPLES OF OUR FINANCIAL CONTRIBUTIONS DURING 2015
/ Parque Arauco Kennedy donated funds to implement special rooms in four Children’s Hospitals in Santiago, Chile:1.
Last December we launched our “Meaningful
Christmas” drive, which involved different activities
in several of our shopping centers around the
country.
Our customers and visitors from a variety of
locations participated in the campaign. In parallel,
Parque Arauco Kennedy took on the additional
challenge of donating a certain amount of money
to four Santiago children’s hospitals, to be used for
rooms and infrastructure to support and improve
services and care for children.
Donations totaled Ch$40 million. As per our
agreement with each hospital, Parque Arauco will
donate a certain sum directly to each institution.
Each institution will then be responsible for
designing, implementing and completing its project.
This donation was meant to support a project that
is directly linked to the reality and needs of each
institution, based on the information gathered by
and work of each hospital’s team.
Through this process, the beneficiaries of this
campaign have made progress on designing
projects that are tailored to their needs and
maximize the final impact on the children who use
these public health centers every day.
TRANSFORMING THE AREA OUTSIDE THE CHILDREN’S SURGERY WARD:
DESIGNING WAITING ROOM FOR PEDIATRIC SPECIALTY APPOINTMENTS:
INFRASTRUCTURE FOR PATIENTS’ FAMILIES
This hospital decided to use the funds to redesign the area that hundreds of children
must pass through on their way to surgery.
The corridor was set up to simulate a jungle in an effort to relieve the children’s stress
and make them comfortable.
According to the hospital’s prior research, 85% of children surveyed wanted to see
animals and trees in this area before undergoing surgery
Every year, close to 96 thousand children from Santiago and other regions of Chile see
specialists at this hospital.
The project seeks to eliminate the need to wait in hallways and other uncomfortable
areas by providing a calm, specially designed place for children to await their doctor’s
appointment.
The new waiting room will have different areas for reading, crafts, games and movies.
This hospital receives a significant number of patients from outside Santiago.
This project aims to improve infrastructure for parents and family members who
accompany children undergoing lengthy treatments, which can last for days or
weeks.
Improvements will include sofas specially designed for resting located in rooms or
areas where children receive treatment.
At the time this report was being finalized, Félix Bulnes Hospital was still defining the
characteristics of the project to be funded by our donation.
To learn more about the
Meaningful Christmas Drives in our shopping
centers, please see page 89.
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/ Educational support in peru through the crea+ program2. Over 11,000 children have benefited from this institution’s work in different public
schools across Peru.
Crea+ provides educational intervention and support in vulnerable communities
through a professional volunteer program. More than 2,900 volunteers have donated
their time to develop activities and workshops to improve educational performance in
different Peruvian communities.
In 2015, the Villa El Salvador School was the beneficiary of this program thanks to
funding provided by our operation, MegaPlaza. In addition, Parque Arauco Peru
employees came together to sponsor 17 children in 2016 with classes and extra support
under the Crea+ methodology.
/ List of foundations to which we made monetary donations in 2015:
Quilicura firefighters, Corporación de la Cultura de la Municipalidad de San Antonio, DAR Chile, Corporación
Cultural de Estación Central, Hogar de Cristo, Unión Social de Empresarios Cristianos, Fundación Las Rosas,
Fundación Coordinadora por la Vida, Corporación Yo Mujer, María Ayuda, Fundación Chile Unido, Centro
de Estudios Públicos, Fundación Ronald McDonald, Sociedad Protectora de Ciegos Santa Lucía, Servicio País
Universidad Católica, Corporación Idea País, Corporación para Ciegos, Mano Amiga, Fundación Imagina -
Pequeños Negocios, Fundación Educacional Nocedal, Comunidad Los Pallines del Caserío de San Pedro del
Distrito de Pachacutec, Crea +, Fundación Carina de Santacoloma, Fundación Niños por un Nuevo Planeta,
IWOKA – Asociación Cultural del Café, Fundación Hope, Fundación Amigos de Foscal.
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Facts and figuresSOCIAL MARKETING IN 2015>
We hosted more than 190 free community activities, including: circus acts, cinema, art expositions, theater performances, concerts, workshops, contests and fairs.
More than 90,000 people participated in the activities held in our shopping centers in Chile, Peru and Colombia.
We hosted nearly 30 workshops on crafts, art for children, origami, painting, storytelling, music, caring for the environment and other topics.
Our 8 fairs we attended by at least 15,000 people.
We hosted more than 125 activities promoting a healthy lifestyle and exercise
More than 11,000 people participated in sports activities at our shopping centers
90.000 30
8 125
11.000
190free
activities
WORKSHOPS
ACTIVITIES
FAIRS
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Close to 10,200 people have
participated in public chess matches
in our shopping centers in San
Antonio,
Quilicura and Estación Central,
in Chile—a clear indication that
community interest in this type of
activity is on the rise
Chess is a comprehensive discipline known to stimulate logical thinking, decision-making capacity, mathematical
skills, concentration and mental exercise.
For several years, we have offered different outreach programs that promote chess in the communities surrounding
some of our shopping centers.
Close to 10,200 people have participated in public chess matches in our shopping centers in San Antonio, Quilicura
and Estación Central, in Chile—a clear indication that community interest in this type of activity is on the rise.
Our most successful experience to date has been at our Arauco Estación shopping center, which is strategically
located in Santiago’s main train station, where thousands of people pass through daily.
Our chess boards—available in this location since 2014—have attracted children, families and senior citizens who
play chess in our food court every Sunday.
Nicolás Gutiérrez, director of the Chilean National Chess Federation, has coordinated this process, stimulating the
competition, teaching beginners and serving as judge in the 36 tournaments held in Arauco Estación, with the total
participation of 1,800 people in 2015.
Nicolás shared the following about the process:
“Many people tell me that they could never learn to play chess. They
have a preconceived notion that it must be really complicated. So when
we install the chess boards, lots of people start showing up. I start to
play and the crowd draws closer. The impact has been huge.”
In addition to the tournaments, a giant chess board is set up every Sunday afternoon in one of the most
frequented parts of Arauco Estación. Like a magnet, it draws crowds. As games get underway, crowd
participation is overwhelming and little-by-little people overcome their fear of playing chess.
The relevant impact of these initiatives lies in providing opportunities for people of different ages and from
different places and walks of life to interact on equal terms, sharing their skills around the chess board. In several
cases, young people who began as apprentices are now moving up in the rankings, which illustrates the positive
results of the process.
This is the type of activity that turns our shopping centers into spaces for social development. We want to
continue to build this type of relationship with the communities surrounding our operations.
PROMOTING CHESS AS PART OF LOCAL COMMUNITY OUTREACH PROGRAMS>
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CHARITABLE INITIATIVESLEIN PARTNERSHIP WITH CUSTOMERS AND VISITORS IN PERU, COLOMBIA AND CHILE>
/ Over 1,000 people participated in the ecological run sponsored by parque lambramani in arequipa, peru:
For the second time, we sponsored the ecological run in conjunction with Asociación Civil Patrulla Ecológica,
which promotes a healthy lifestyle and awareness of the importance of protecting the environment and
preventing deforestation.
Over 1,000 participants ran 7.5 kilometers, crossing the finish line at Parque Lambramani. In exchange
for the registration fee, runners received a kit that included a plant, race supplies and a contribution to
Asociación Civil Patrulla Ecológica that covered planting and caring for one tree per participant.
We provided the awards for each race category, as well as support and publicity for the event.
A total of 2,500 trees were planted in deforestation prevention areas in Arequipa.
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AVAILABLE FOR PARQUE CARACOLÍ’S SOCIAL CAMPAIGN IN BUCARAMANGA>
This campaign was based on an idea that started in
Brazil and has been held in several different countries
under the name The Empty Project.
For eight weeks, we provide space and any necessary
equipment to make one of the stores in our shopping
center available so that customers and visitors can
drop off clothing or toys. Donations are picked up by
members of the benefiting charities every evening.
At dawn, the store starts out empty and the process
starts all over again. The clothing and other donations
are displayed as though they were for sale, thus
reassigning a value to the goods donated to the
institutions working with vulnerable communities.
The project also engages local celebrities, who work
with foundation representatives to host and manage
the store, to encourage participation and sensitize
those who visit the shopping center during this type of
campaign.
The regional press and the Proyex Group supported the
initiative in Bucaramanga .
Hernando Jiménez, director
of Fundación Romelio, shares
the impact of
The Empty Project:
In eight weeks, over 28,000 items of clothing and toys
were collected in this space, which was temporarily
transformed from a store into a place that symbolically
united the over 5,000 shopping center visitors who
participated in this different way of helping others.
The following institutions were beneficiaries:“Over 1,000 children and adults
who belong to our programs
will benefit from the donations
received through The Empty
Project, a social campaign that
made a significant impact on
our organization. Through
this activity, we increased the
visibility of our work, formed
alliances and found potential
partners or volunteers willing
to give their time for our social
cause.”
60m2
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Parque arauco chile celebrates A MEANINGFUL CHRISTMAS IN 2015>In December, we traditionally work with customers
and visitors to launch a campaign to support children
receiving help from foundations, social institutions or
care centers in Chile.
This year, our campaign was publicized through a variety
of media outlets. A significant amount of space was set
aside in our shopping centers to receive donations of
gifts for children from designated institutions.
Each shopping center set a goal for the number of gifts
its customers and visitors would provide and committed
to making up the difference if the goal was not met at
the end of the campaign.
As an additional donation, Parque Arauco Kennedy
committed to provide four special rooms for children in
the public hospitals that were chosen as beneficiaries of
the Meaningful Christmas campaign.
In addition, Arauco Quilicura added 980 celebration
dinners for children from the Aldeas SOS project.
The Meaningful Christmas campaign ended with our
employees, high performance athletes who joined this
activity, and some pre-registered customers distributing
gifts to children in these four hospitals.
Overall, we distributed 2,400 gifts. In many cases, we
surpassed the goal and were able to reach a greater
number of children than planned. The institutions the
benefited and the scope of the gift drives are detailed
below:
INSTITUTION GIFTS RESULTS
PARQUE ARAUCO KENNEDY
Hospital Félix Bulnes 200 261
Hospital Sótero del Río 729 527
Hospital Roberto del Río 177 262
Hospital Calvo Mackenna 160 258
ARAUCO MAIPÚ Fundación Sagrada Familia 360 360
ARAUCO QUILICURA Aldeas Infantiles SOS 410 410
ARAUCO SAN ANTONIO
Fundación Coanil 54 54
Aldea de niños Cardenal Raúl Silva Henríquez 48 48
Centro de Diagnóstico y Transición 28 28
ARAUCO CHILLÁN Corporación Llequén 235 235
For more information on Parque
Arauco Kennedy’s
donations to hospitals, see
page 82.
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Chapter 7
ENVIRONMENTALLY SUSTAINABLE DESIGN AND OPEATIONS
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Sustainable construction and design MILESTONES AND PROGRESS >In December 2014, we achieved one of the most important property development
milestones in company history when we became the first company to earn LEED
certification for the design and construction of a shopping center in Chile.
Earning this certification, which is internationally renowned for its demanding
environmental standards, has made us industry pioneers in Chile. It was especially
significant for the project team that developed the Arauco Quilicura center. That
project’s original purpose was to test the procedures and standards that we were
already using in any type of construction. Thus, earning this certification confirmed
that we were already on the right track.
Peter Templeton (USGBC) presenting the LEED Silver - Core and
Shell certificate for the Arauco Quilicura shopping center
to Andrés Torreabla, CEO of the Chile Division and Fernando Aros,
Manager of Engineering and Projects at Parque Arauco Chile.
WHAT DOES LEED CERTIFICATION MEAN?
LEED is the acronym for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design. In general, this certification was developed by the US
Green Building Council as a parameter that uses certain criteria to determine that a building or project was developed on the basis of
sustainable indicators.
This type of voluntary standard, applicable in any part of the world, is designed to challenge the building industry to develop
environmentally sustainable projects.
Different types of certifications are available. The following considerations or criteria were required to earn the Silver seal obtained in
our Arauco Quilicura project (Core and Shell):
Sustainable sites:
This considers, for example, the
potential for revitalization
of underused or abandoned land,
connectivity or proximity to public
transportation, the promotion of
alternative forms of transportation,
the protection or restoration of the
habitat and adequate rainwater
management and control in the
selected site.
Materials and resources:
Parameters that should
be considered in selecting
materials for a sustainable
building. For example, use of
materials that are recycled,
locally sourced, renewable
in the short term or have
some form of environmental
certification.
Water Efficiency:
This determines criteria for
efficient water use through
irrigation mechanisms,
selection of species in
landscaping and use of elements
with low water consumption.
Quality of the indoor
environment:
This includes parameters
such as ventilation systems,
temperature and acoustic
comfort, control of
environmental pollutants and
adequate lighting for users.
Energy and atmosphere:
This follows the ASHRAE 90.1-
2007 standard on efficient
energy use.
The project should demonstrate
a percentage of energy savings
over a baseline measurement,
in compliance with the standard.
In addition, it should ensure
appropriate use of building
systems in the future.
Design innovation:
Additional elements incorporated
into the project design to
complement sustainable building
construction.
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FOUNDED IN 1894, ASHRAE IS A TECHNOLOGICAL SOCIETY FOR THE BUILDING INDUSTRY WITH OVER 50,000 MEMBERS AROUND THE WORLD. THE SOCIETY AND ITS MEMBERS FOCUS ON BUILDING SYSTEMS, ENERGY EFFICIENCY, INDOOR AIR QUALITY AND SUSTAINABILITY WITHIN THE INDUSTRY. BASED ON ITS OWN DEFINITION, THROUGH RESEARCH, STANDARDS WRITING, PUBLISHING, CERTIFICATION AND CONTINUING EDUCATION, ASHRAE SHAPES TOMORROW’S BUILT ENVIRONMENT TODAY.
WHAT IS THE ASHRAE STANDARD?
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Sustainable features inTHE DESIGN OF ARAUCO QUILICURA, CHILE>
LOCATION AND LAYOUT: It is located next to the Quilicura’s main plaza, at a distance of 400 meters from 2 bus stops,
and has 80 bicycle parking spaces. To promote the use of ecological cars, it offers 21 preferential parking spaces for
these types of vehicles.
The project design includes a special plan to improve soil drainage through a system designed to mitigate any
effects of the building on the site’s original impermeability level.
ARAUCO QUILICURA IS LOCATED AT A POINT OF STRATEGIC CONNECTIVITY FOR THE COMMUNITY
5% of parking spaces are designated for
smart cars. In an effort to encourage use of
this type of transportation, these spots are in
prime locations.
406 Parking spaces, total
Transantiago bus lines
Bus stop 1 (257 meters)
Bus stop 2 (386 meters)
The project is 402
meters from 2 bus stops
serving 4 public bus lines
(Transantiago).
SPACES AND LOCATION FOR SUSTAINABLE MOBILITY:
Medical Center
Quilicura Plaza de Armas
Boulevard open to pedestrians
Municipality
Main public transportation routePublic school
80 bicycle parking spaces, divided between
three locations, and special shower area
available to users as needed
Shower zone
4
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The design also includes pedestrian walkways in the same areas used by the community prior to construction
for running errands or to reach the Municipality of Quilicura, located across from our shopping center.
WATER EFFICIENCY: Thanks to the inclusion of efficient systems for showers, toilets and kitchens, the design
showed at least 29.9% savings in consumption over the established baseline. It also included a controlled
irrigation system and landscaping with species with low water consumption needs.
ENERGY AND ATMOSPHERE: The project demonstrated potential energy savings of approximately 12.9% in
electricity costs. This includes LED lighting and a lighting management system that monitors lighting levels in
all common areas.
It also includes an efficient air conditioning system, with special equipment for the food court, administrative
offices and other common areas, where consumption is also monitored and controlled.
MATERIALS AND RESOURCES: The project’s first floor includes a designated 113 m2 recycling area. It also has
two areas with three containers each and a final waste compactor.
The project’s management plan for disposal of construction materials enables 75% of these materials to
be recycled or reused through a specialist company.
In addition, more than 43% of materials were provided by local suppliers (located within 805 kilometers
of the construction site).
Special areas and route for storing and
compacting waste. Three recycling zones
with separate containers.
Local species were chosen and landscaping was
designed to reduce sprinkler water usage by 64%
Vegetation Native to Central Chile
AstroemeriaAstroemeria sp.
Green SantolinaSantolina virens
Soapbark tree Quillaja saponaria
NandinaNandina sp.
Peumo Cryptocarya alba
LavenderLavándula angustifolia
Recycling areas
Compactor
Solid waste loading stations
Solid waste circulation route
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QUALITY OF THE INDOOR ENVIRONMENT: We implemented a plan to protect the environment during construction.
Among other initiatives, the plan included: cleaning equipment periodically, using a moist agent to remove
dust and clearing away accumulated water. We also worked with products that have a low-impact on air
quality. (All adhesives, sealants, coatings and paint were certified low-VOC). We do not use coolants with CFC,
which damage the ozone layer.
DESIGN INNOVATION: While the building’s certification is focused on design and construction, other elements
that boost sustainability were also considered. Many have already been described here and are directly
related to our performance. In addition, a manual containing recommendations was distributed to tenants
along with an additional measurement and verification system in order to maximize potential efficiency
throughout the shopping center.
araucoquilicura
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Examples of sustainable design IN PERU AND COLOMBIA DURING 20152015 >
This project is located on the outskirts of Lima at kilometer 32 of the Southern
Pan-American highway, in the Lurín district. Once constructed, the shopping
center will boast an area of more than 9,600 m2 and 12,829 m2 in parking lots.
The project has sustainable design elements that meet LEED standards. We would
specifically like to highlight two components:
1. Premium Outlet in Lurín, Peru
Applied to both indoor and outdoor areas and shops, based on international ASHRAE criteria. Parameters consider
efficiencies in air conditioning equipment with ecological HFC refrigerants. Glass with solar control was chosen
for shop fronts, based on studies that demonstrate that the use of this type of glass results in energy savings of at
least 21%, a value well above regular glass.
Finally, the building’s outer shell includes special 10-cm thermal insulation plates on the walls and roof.
1. DESIGN OF AN ENERGY-EFFICIENT SYSTEM:
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This involves several areas of work:
LANDSCAPING AT LURÍN OUTLETS - PERU
Drinking water treatment system:
Since this project is located in an area near
the ocean with no public potable water
system, it includes a system for extracting salty
groundwater. An inverse osmosis treatment
system was selected because it effectively
reduces salinity with low energy consumption
and operating costs.
Based on projections, the plant will have the
potential to generate approximately 3m3 of
potable water per hour.
Waste water treatment plant
Because there is no public sewage system in the
area, this treatment plant was designed with
a bio reactor. This system produces a second
network with treated greywater for use in
toilets, urinals and landscape irrigation systems,
creating a recirculation cycle that optimizes
water use. According to calculations, this plant
could help generate at least 50.14 m3 of the
water needed for these uses.
Water-saving mechanisms and intelligent
irrigation:
This includes using equipment with timed
flushes, urinals with sensors and efficient fittings
that enable programmed, differentiated use
based on consumption needs. The project
will use an irrigation network with automatic
controls and an automatic on/off drip system.
Sustainable landscaping:
To complement the rest of the water efficiency
measures, a landscaping model was designed
with species that do not need permanent
watering. Plants that are highly tolerant to local
climate were selected.
This proposal is the end result of a quest for a unified landscaping
project that involves several premises and parameters established by
the site and space.
Each volume was incorporated as a module and linked with all other
modules to create a single unit. Each module has a different image
but the same objective: to create large green areas using primarily
plants with low water needs.
In some modules, brown spaces were incorporated as paths between
one space and another. In others, they crossed the module. In all
modules, benches and outdoor furniture were incorporated into the
overall proposal.
INTERIORISMO LURIN
2. COMPREHENSIVE SYSTEM FOR EFFICIENT WATER USE AND TREATMENT:
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This project is being developed based on sustainable design criteria,
specifically: location and layout, use of materials, quality of the indoor
environment and design innovations.
The following are the most noteworthy among the specific sustainable
design elements:
This point involves several developments that con-
siderably reduce energy consumption. Notably,
the lighting system is entirely LED, resulting in
close to 40% more energy efficiency than tradi-
tional lighting devices. Along this same line, the
window dressing and architecture manuals given
to tenants include a section specifically addres-
sing technical recommendations on the use of
efficient devices and systems to be implemented
when setting up their shops.
Exterior materials include a special drainage
system for shopping center roofs and park designs.
The system will optimize use of rainwater for out-
door maintenance.
In concrete terms, this initiative will provide
approximately 20 m3 of water, collected daily
from the available network—40% of the shopping
center’s total normal daily demand.
1. EFFICIENT ENERGY USE 2. INNOVATIVE DESIGN AND FACADE MATERIALS
2.LA COLINA SHOPPING CENTER - BOGOTÁ, COLOMBIA
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The waste management plan is part of a compre-
hensive program that also involves other sustaina-
bility measures. It is carried out in conjunction with
a local construction company and in accordance
with the requirements Parque Arauco set forth at
the beginning of the project.
During the construction phase, waste management
includes documentation of all quantities and final
disposal as well as selecting materials that can be
recycled or recovered from landfills. By the end
of project development, we estimate that 75% of
materials will have been recycled or reused.
This system is designed to treat water that will be
later used for watering plants, urinals and toilets.
According to estimates, the rainwater treatment
plant could supply up to 40% of the water needed
to operate urinals and toilets on days of normal
traffic at the shopping center.
The La Colina shopping center project will include the investment, develop-
ment, and future maintenance of a large park adjoining the shopping center.
The park has public access areas that connect to main transportation routes
in the area, such as a bike lane.
The park will be well-connected, which will facilitate access for neighbors
and visitors from other parts of Bogotá. This space will complement existing
neighborhood parks, which together will consolidate a very significant public
network for the sector.
Before designing the park, we determined that the area where the project
is located includes a high percentage of children and a growing number of
senior citizens.
With this frame of reference, we designed the park as a space for gatherings
and interactions for different age ranges. It includes more than 6,600 m2
of native vegetation, which we hope will be the future habitat of birds and
other species.
This is intermingled with playground equipment, a pedestrian walkway and
athletic areas that cover at least 7,500 m2.
The outdoor exercise areas will be equipped with gym bars, exercise ma-
chines, and leg flex and hip swivel machines and complemented with chess
boards, water games and playground areas.
4. RAINWATER TREATMENT PLANT
5. . THE PROJECT INCLUDES OVER 13,000M2
OF PUBLIC PARK SPACE.
3. WASTE MANAGEMENT DURING CONSTRUCTION
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Additional considerationsIN PROJECT DEVELOPMENT>
Performance and efficiency indicators
FOR OUR SHOPPING CENTER OPERATIONS>
All our projects pass through an internal review and pre-feasibility phase, where, in addition to other
considerations, we account for environmental characteristics and try to minimize potential social and
environmental impacts.
We carry out our processes in compliance with local regulations. In many cases, we exceed basic
standards and voluntarily incorporate international standards in sustainable construction.
Because we are interested in building sustainable relationships with our neighbors and the communities
surrounding our projects, we provide opportunities for interaction and discussion during all stages of
shopping center development and operation.
For the teams that manage everyday operations at our shopping centers, proper use of natural
resources is a top priority.
Our sustainable project designs are complemented by the operating efficiency we are able to achieve.
Consequently, we have gradually begun measuring and managing indicators for energy and water
consumption, emissions and waste management. We have also undertaken initiatives aimed at using
and managing these resources efficiently.
Reporte de Sostenibilidad 2015
11 meetings as of year-end 2015
16 meetings since construction
2014 2015
Total electricity consumption in kWh 138,351,406 144,331,399
Electricity consumption in common areas 50,578,071 50,564,468
Electricity consumption by tenants 87.773.335 93.766.930
Outlet Lurín, Peru:
ENERGY PERFORMANCE AND CONSUMPTION>
MEETINGS WITH CIVIC ASSOCIATIONS OR COMMUNITY REPRESENTATIVES DURING THEPROJECT DEVELOPMENT PHASE:
>
LA COLINA SHOPPING
CENTER, BOGOTÁ, COLOMBIA:
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It is important to note that while GLA (Gross Leasable Area) increased approximately 12.63% between
2014 and 2015, total energy consumption rose only 4.32%.
Since generators are necessary in areas that experience electrical instability and isolated blackout
incidents, we also measured generator fuel consumption.
SUCCESS STORIES
/ Changes to air conditioning systems
/ Optimization of cooling systems and replacement of lighting
526.9752014
582.8942015
The initiative began with modulation of the air conditioners in
Chile’s Parque Arauco Kennedy and Arauco Maipú.
The inverters optimize air conditioner operations, adapting
consumption to the real demand produced by thermal load. In
other words, the conditions adapt to the environment, making the
system much more efficient.
At Parque Arauco Kennedy, the project saved 871,961kWh/hour in
2015, the equivalent of reducing CO2 emissions by 340.93 tons.
Meanwhile, at Arauco Maipú 124,325 kWh/ hour were saved in
the last three months of 2015, the equivalent of reducing CO2
emissions by 48 tons.
The chilled water air conditioning equipment works as water passes
through a system of towers and chillers. In recent years, cooling
systems have been replaced, generating significant energy savings
in various shopping centers.
For example, at Peru’s Larcomar shopping center, this type of
improvement generated efficiency of more than 220 kWh/hour
in 2015—the equivalent of reducing CO2 emissions by at least 60
tons.
In addition, lighting was replaced with LED technology. At our
Lambramani shopping center in Peru, power consumption in
common areas in 2015 was down at least 20%
FUEL CONSUMPTIONIN LITERS
/ Examples of energy efficiency initiatives in 2015:
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Rainwater collection:
Given the climate in the region, Parque Arboleda was built with a rainwater treatment plant in order to
harness this natural resource.
The 2014 and 2015 rainwater collection figures are for this shopping center. We hope to considerably
increase this figure with projects like Lurín, where desalinized water treated in a plant within the
shopping center will be used from the time operations begin.
It is also worth noting that 100% of our shopping centers have systems for treating waste water from
the food courts and restaurants. All our waste water is disposed of through the public sewage system, in
accordance with each country’s regulatory requirements.
Total water consumption m3
Water withdrawn from municipal supply
Rainwater treated for use in the shopping center
Total water consumptionm3
Water withdrawn from municipal supply
Rainwater treated for use in the shopping center
1.456.520
1.446.520m3
10.000m3
1.566.930
1.556.220m3
10.710m3
WATER MANAGEMENT AND CONSUMPTION>
2014>
2015>
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parque arauco kennedy - chile
parque lambramani - Peru
larcomar - Peru
parque arboleda - colombia
Efficient watering system.
This initiative, which rebuilt one of the shopping center’s green walls, grouped plants by their watering needs and replaced
manual watering with an automated drip system.
This system is programmed seasonally to water for short intervals during the day and at night, depending on the
temperature and the needs of each plant species.
Compared to manual watering, the new system generated savings of approximately 130 liters of water per day, despite a
15% increase in vegetation in the same space.
Changes to restroom services in Lambramani
Old urinals were replaced with waterless models, saving 160 liters of water for each new fixture. Overall, the shopping
center’s restroom water consumption fell 25% in 2015.
In 2015, joint efforts with the car washing company saved more than 178,000 liters of water at Larcomar.
In 2015, we worked with the company that washes cars in the parking lots of Larcomar to implement a new system.
Compared to the traditional method, the new technology reduces water consumption by up to 70%, saving more than
178,000 liters of water in 2015.
On average, 10,000m3 of rainwater are reused in the restrooms at Parque Arboleda in Pereira.
Here, improvements in efficiency stem from a rainwater treatment plant that is part of the shopping center’s original
design. Given the city’s climate, the plant has an annual collection capacity of approximately 10,000 m3—about 20% of the
facility’s annual sanitation demand.
/ Examples of water efficiency initiatives in 2015:
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Direct emissions(scope 1)1
Direct emissions(scope 2)2
Intensidad de emisión de GEI
Direct emissions(scope 1)1
Direct emissions(scope 2)2
Intensidad de emisión de GEI
531
12.628
36
592
12.316
33
1 Scope 1 refers to the liters of fuel consumed by our shopping centers in Chile and kilograms of coolants released into the atmosphere.2 Scope 2 refers to emissions related to electricity consumed in common areas at our shopping centers in Chile.
GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS AND MEASUREMENT >
In Chile, we have been working with a specialized consulting firm to measure our carbon footprint. The
following are some of our direct emissions figures (measured in tons of CO2 equivalents):
2014>
2015>
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Chapter 8
OUR TEAM,THE KEY TO GROWTH
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Excellence and happiness,THE FOUNDATION OF OUR CORPORATE CULTURE>We know that the people on our team play an essential role in the growth and sustainable progress of our
business. That is why we strive to build a culture in which our actions are rooted in two concepts: excellence and
happiness.
These concepts underpin the Corporate Human Resources Area’s strategy and provide a focus for processes like
selection, performance and professional development everywhere we operate.
EXCELLENCE
HAPPINESS
All our policies aim to attract the best talent to do an excellent job. These efforts are evident throughout the entire human resource management cycle, beginning with recruiting.
Happiness is directly tied to closeness, respect and concern for people. Along with ensuring that all our actions have a purpose, this translates into good relationships and a work environment that endeavors to promote personal well-being.
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Our recruiting and selection processes are very rigorous. We are interested in attracting the best talent, but we
also pay special attention to finding people whose abilities and values are aligned with our corporate culture.
We choose people who are focused on the importance of the work environment, collaboration, team excellence
and caring for people. Consequently, our recruitment process is directly related to observing the candidates’ skill
profiles in these areas.
The overall company policy is to offer indefinite contracts. However,
exceptions are analyzed on a case-by-case basis and some fixed-term
contracts are offered.
THIS IS OUR TEAM
Parque Arauco employees in
Chile, Peru and Colombia518
chile perU colombia total
Total workforce
Number of men
Number of women
239
131
108
228
136
92
51
24
27
518
291
227
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/ Parque arauco’s consolidated data shows that women comprise 43.8% Of our workforce. The percentage of women, by country, is as follows:
45%
chile Peru colombia
40% 53%
THE TOTAL PERCENTAGE OF WOMEN HOLDING BOARD OR SENIOR MANAGEMENT POSITIONS IS 11%
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/ Percentage turnover:
/ Top management positions Occupied by women are broken down as follows:
6 WOMENchile: 2Peru: 2colombia: 2
Company Total
Company Total 2014
Company Total 2015
General annual turnover
Annual turnover, voluntary resignations
Annual turnover, other(excludes voluntary resignations)
20,27%
11,55%
8,66%
20,42%
9,19%
11,23%
OUR EFFORTS TO WORK WITH PEOPLE WHO LIKE WHAT THEY DO AND THEIR WORK ENVIRONMENT ENABLE US TO ATTRACT AND RETAIN TALENT FOR THE ORGANIZATION
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Promotion AND INTERNAL DEVELOPMENT>Internal promotion is one the primary drivers of professional
development at Parque Arauco. In fact, any time there is a vacancy,
an internal analysis must be conducted to determine whether the
profile and skills necessary for the position can be found within our
team. This company guideline creates opportunities for internal
promotion and prioritizes professional development.
All internal candidates must undergo an evaluation to ensure that
the decision to promote internally is objective and correct, both for
the candidate and in terms of organizational objectives. In 2014,
there were 38 internal promotions. This figure was 39 in 2015.
/ Performance-based development:
In order to provide opportunities that are truly useful to our
employees, we conduct annual 360° performance evaluations that
include comprehensive questionnaires.
Employees evaluate themselves and receive feedback from their
supervisor(s) as well as two or more peers. For team leaders,
the evaluation also includes feedback from individuals directly
supervised by them.
This objective, organization-wide process reveals strengths and
growth opportunities for our team members.
The 2015 evaluation and measurement tool was available to
100% of the employees in Chile and Colombia. In Peru, 60% of our
employees participated in the process.1
This skill assessment is one of the factors considered in the
Company’s professional development decisions. Parque Arauco’s
four approaches to internal development are:
1. Internal identification of training needs
2. Ongoing training
3. Internal mobility process
4. Financial aid
Each area, with the aid and supervision of the Human Resources Area, is
responsible for identifying training needs.
A comprehensive approach meant to increase our employees’ potential for
continued employability. Parque Arauco offers fully funded opportunities, like
English classes, Microsoft Office training and updates on specific matters.
As previously noted, before beginning any external recruitment process, we
search for candidates internally.
Each year, employees that have been with Parque Arauco for at least a year may
apply for financial aid for university or technical studies. These scholarships are
conditioned only upon high academic performance.
1 Corporate programs and initiatives include all employees in Peru, with the exception of MegaPlaza employees.
1
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/ Scope of training
2014 2015
Total hours of training1 Total hours of training1
Total employees trained
Total employees trained
Total workforce Total workforce
Training hours per employee
Training hours per employee
Percentage of employees trained
Percentage of employees trained
8.532 6.228
170 130
443 518
19 12
38% 25%
1 The figures for training hours per employee and percentage of employees trained are calculated on the basis of the entire workforce. However, training activities in Peru were not recorded
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A training success story: Our In-CompanyEnglish Program in Chile, is offered tooptimize and strengthen our team members’ ability to communicate in English. It includes in-office classes during working hours and requires only that the employee’s supervisor approve his/her attendance.
Concern for health AND WELL-BEING>In line with our focus on people, we assign high importance to prevention, well-being and self-care among
team members. As a result, we monitor figures related to those issues in the places where we operate.
In 2014 and 2015, 100% of our workers returned after maternity leave.
In accordance with the labor and safety legislation in each country where we operate, 100% of our
employees are covered by health and safety committees. These are broken down as follows
chile
Peru
colombia
3 Joint Committees on Workplace Safety
3 Committees on Work Safety and Health
3 Workplace Relations Committees
(Bogotá, Bucaramanga and
Pereira)
1 Joint Committee on Safety and
Health in the Workplace (COPASS)
in Bogotá and a representative
that performs COPASS functions in
the rest of the cities
The Company also has a unit staffed with specialized professionals who manage the risks associated
with our business and assess new facilities and activities. These professionals are also trained in
prevention and occupational health.
There were no fatal or serious accidents our employees in 2014 and 2015.
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Our employee benefits include several that
reflect our concern for offering opportunities and
conditions that promote the all-around well-being
of our team members and their immediate family
members.
Full or partial coverage of premiums for group
health, dental, life and catastrophic insurance.
Preventative medical and eye check-ups: Sporadic
campaigns are held to examine and prevent issues
associated with obesity, tobacco consumption
and general eating habits. We have also hosted
vision campaigns that include special discounts on
corrective lenses.
Bereavement leave, which grants seven days of
paid leave for the death of a spouse or child and
three days for the death of a parent or sibling
Five paid personal days a year, to be used
as needed with authorization from direct
supervisor.
Fruit and healthy snack baskets: Twice a week,
we provide employees with fresh fruit during the
workday. Employees are also given a monthly
subsidy for use in vending machines that offer
water, juice, dried fruit and nuts and other healthy
products.
Paternity leave policies allow flexible scheduling for
fathers during the month following their child’s birth.
Five days off for marriage.
Sports activities that vary by country: yoga, hikes,
bicycle rides, soccer tournaments and others.
Special agreements and discounts with health cen-
ters, optical stores, pharmacies and gyms. These
vary by country.
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/ Other benefits:
In 2015, we gave our employees more than Ch$ 690,000,000 in financial benefits. This figure includes elements like:(Tax-free remuneration.)
FINANCIAL AID FOR CHILDREN’S EDUCATION
MATERNITY/PATERNITY BONUS
A BONUS FOR THE NATIONAL HOLIDAYS
MARRIAGE BONUS
CLOTHING DURING SPECIAL SEASONS
MEAL STIPEND
GIFTS FOR MOTHER’S DAY AND OTHER CELEBRATIONS
FINANCIAL AID FOR EMPLOYEES’ EDUCATION
DENTAL AND VISION COVERAGE
CHRISTMAS BONUS
BONUS FOR THE BIRTH OF A CHILD
TRANSPORTATION STIPEND
BIRTHDAYGIFTS
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Well-being and celebrations,IN OUR DNA>We are careful to not let important dates go unnoticed. Since frequent celebrations brighten and
complement the day to day, celebrating a birthday, a special date or an important accomplishment is part of
our internal culture.
Birthdays: We make the day special, decorating the employee’s work space and giving a gift or time off
to celebrate with family.
Frequent contests: In order to promote camaraderie and happiness, we hold Intranet contests with
questions on culture, Parque Arauco’s values or current events (for example predicting results for The
Oscar Awards), where gift cards, tickets to movies or events, chocolates and other prizes are awarded.
Team achievements: Each area is assigned a special budget for celebrating important company and
team accomplishments. Area leaders can use these funds to take their teams out for lunch, happy hour
or dinner.
FEnd-of-year parties: The end-of-year party is undoubtedly our biggest celebration. This enormous
undertaking requires creativity and organization in each of the countries.
Fun Fridays: On Fun Fridays—a Parque Arauco institution for some time—we do something special for
our employees, just for the sake of having a good time.
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Our work environment, THE TRADEMARK THAT EARNED US A PLACE AMONG THE BEST PLACES TO WORK>We foster and measure a good work environment in Chile, Peru
and Colombia with several initiatives, all of which are tied to the
foundations of our corporate values: excellence and happiness.
The following table shows the change in perceptions of the work
environment in Chile and Colombia. Given the small size of our
operations in Colombia, it is measured using the same survey,
process and indicator as Chile: The Great Place to Work survey.
In 2013, we participated in the small and medium company
category, but in 2014 and 2015, we measured ourselves against
the standards for major companies. In that segment, we placed
41st and 39th, respectively, on the ranking of the best places to
work.
/ Work environment indicators for chile and colombia (measured on the same survey)
2014 2015
of employees are satisfied
of employees participated in the survey
of employees participated in the survey
of employees are satisfied
79%
73%
80%
89%
Peru’s work environment has been surveyed independently of Chile and Colombia for some time. We have managed to remain within the best companies to work in that country as well, placing 14th and 11th in 2014 and 2015, respectively.
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What is Great Place to Work?
Great Place to Work is
an organization that
conducts diverse analyses
of business management,
leadership and
organizational climate.
We participated in the
annual process, which
uses a methodology
that has been applied to
numerous companies with
employees in different
parts of the world and
operations in different
industries.
Diversity, respectAND EQUALITY>We are respectful. We show openness and the inherent value our organization sees in every individual with
concrete action and without any form of discrimination.
Our Code of Conduct and internal regulations establish preventative and corrective measures as well as
procedures for addressing discriminatory conduct.
In 2015, two isolated internal situations related to diversity and respect were reported. They were
addressed and resolved in accordance with the Company’s pre-established methodology, which
stipulates that any situation or deviation related to these issues be addressed and resolved through
formal channels.
The appropriate internal bodies have investigated and are in the process of finalizing the report, which
will announce the consequences and establish measures to avoid recurrence.
In parallel, there were no complaints regarding labor practices by the Company’s only union—in Chile,
where 20% of the employees are members.
Throughout the organization, respect and openness are cultivated by deep-seated aspects of our
organizational culture: willingness to listen and open, transparent communication across all levels and
locations.
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360° performance evaluations provide comprehensive, participative analysis of each employee,
providing an opportunity to express opinions or address situations—anonymously, if necessary—
that are part of important feedback as well as the human resources area’s monitoring of each team
member.
The adaptation interview is another opportunity to monitoring the integration process for new team
members. The interview takes place three to six months after the employee joins the Company. The
idea is to address any situation that has the potential to become complicated and to foster trust and
openness in order to facilitate the induction of new team members.
We hold randomized group meetings. This contact between different levels and areas of the Company
provides an opportunity to exchange information and answer questions.
Through our anonymous reporting hotline, EthicsPoint employees and other stakeholders can report
violations of ethics, integrity or values within the Company.
Para más información sobre el EthicsPoint y
nuestro Comité de Ética vaya a la Pág. 37.
COMPENSATION AND COMPETITIVENESS
We strive to meet the demands of a globalized, competitive labor market. In terms of compensation, we
use special tools to ensure we are safeguarding internal fairness and offering competitive compensation.
Our compensation model is based on Global Grading Systems (GGS) standards. This model accounts for
general aspects that define the type or characteristics of the organization, for example: operating flows
and internationality.
A survey of criteria like functional knowledge, business knowledge, leadership, autonomy, problem solving,
nature of impact and interpersonal skills is used to implement the system. Then, three criteria are applied
to establish internal levels: authority, responsibility and influence. All these criteria are added together in
order to determine the level and market compensation for the position.
Finally, in terms of salary differences between sexes, it is important to note that there is no salary gap
between men and women among new hires. Men and women earn exactly the same salary when they are
hired for positions with the same characteristics. With time, differences may arise as a result of elements
considered in determining compensation, but never as a result of gender discrimination. In some cases,
like among executives in Chile, the differences favor men; other times, like among professionals in Peru,
they favor women.
Shaping a culture OF LISTENING AT PARQUE ARAUCO>
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Chief Executives: Includes first and second tier management positions in all countries.
Senior Managers: Includes deputy managers and center managers.
Area Managers and Professionals: Includes area heads and all professionals and technicians that, given
their specializations, are at the heart of our business: managing shopping centers. This category comprises
55% of the Company’s total workforce.
Non – Management: This category includes all support personnel and those with lower education levels or
less operational responsibility.
Colombia does not have employees in the non-management category.
/ Explanatory notes:
Company Total
chilePerucolombia
Senior Managers
Chief Executives
Area Managers and Professionals
Non - Management
89%105%
116%60%
101%68%
102%78%
90%
102%
98%
97%
93%
90%
-
92%
The ratio of average base salary for women relative to men, throughout the entire company, is as follows:
Remunerations IN 2015>
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Para conocer el detalle de la definición y contenidos
materiales vaya a la página 27.
This document contains information for the period between
January 1 and December 31, 2015. It reports Parque
Arauco’s practices on material aspects (relevant issues) of
sustainability and will be published annually from this date
forward.
The information presented herein is based on the
Global Reporting Initiative’s G4 standard Core option. It
also considers the Construction and Real Estate Sector
Supplement, specifically the additional information
associated with the scale of the organization and CRE8 on
sustainability certification for new construction.
The Corporate Sustainability Area was responsible for defining the content of this report, with support and
contributions from the Company’s different operating areas, which supplied information for each indicator.
In terms of scope, this document includes information from Parque Arauco’s operations, including its offices in
Santiago, Chile, and operations belonging to the Chile, Peru and Colombia divisions.
The indicators that include monetary figures were calculated using the 2015 average exchange rates listed
below:
Ch$/USD: $ 654,89
PEN/USD: $ 3,18
COP/USD: $ 2.745,02
In 2015, a position was created to lead and develop a consolidated sustainability strategy for the Company.
This position reports to the Corporate Finance Division and collaborates with other areas and divisions to
articulate integrated, organization-wide plans and targets associated with economic, social and environmental
factors.
Any questions or comments about this publication may be directed to Ximena Bedoya, Head of Sustainability
Parque Arauco ([email protected]) or Eduardo Pérez Merchant, Corporate Finance Manager (eperez@
parauco.com).
About the report >
/ Report features
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GRI Table
Indicator no
Brief descriptionOf indicator Pages
G4-1
Statement from the most senior decision-maker of
the organization about the relevance of sustainability
to the organization and the organization’s strategy for
addressing sustainability.
6
G4 -2Description of the organization’s key impacts, risks, and
opportunities.40 y 41
G4-3 Name of the organization Portada
G4-4 Primary brands, products, and services. 17
G4-5 Location of the organization’s headquarters. 123
G4-6 Number of countries where the Company operates. 16
G4-7 Nature of ownership and legal form. 30
G4-8 Markets served. 16
G4-9
Scale of the organization.** Specific/additional information on occupancy rates or percentages and properties segmentedby country or shopping center.
13
G4-10 Total number of employees by employment contract and gender 109
G4-11Percentage of total employees covered by collective
bargaining agreements.119
G4-15
List externally developed economic, environmental and
social charters, principles, or other initiatives to which the
organization subscribes or which it endorses.
25
G4-16
List memberships of associations and national or
international advocacy organizations to which the
organization belongs.
25
Perfil de la organización
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G4-24Provide a list of stakeholder groups engaged by the
organization.24
G4-25Basis for identification and selection of stakeholders
with whom to engage24
G4-26Organization’s approach to
stakeholder engagement.24
Stakeholder engagement
G4-28 Reporting period. 123
G4-29 Date of most recent previous report (if any).This is
the Company’s first report.
G4-30 Reporting cycle. 123
G4-31Provide the contact point for questions regarding the
report or its contents.123
G4-32 GRI content index. 124
G4-33Organization’s policy and current practice with regard to
seeking external assurance for the report.
Not externally audited.
Report profile
G4-18Explanation of the process for defining report content and
the Aspect Boundaries.26
G4-19 List all the material aspects. 27
G4-20For each material aspect, report the Aspect Boundary within
the organization.27
G4-EC1
Direct economic value generated and distributed, including
revenues, operating costs, employee wages and benefits,
donations and other community investments, 18 retained
earnings, and payments to providers of capital and
government
18
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G4-34Governance structure of the organization, including
committees of the highest governance body.30
G4-35
Process for delegating authority for economic,
environmental and social topics from the highest
governance body to senior executives and other
employees.
33 y 34
G4-36
Report whether the organization has appointed an
executive-level position or positions with responsibility
for economic, environmental and social topics, and
whether post holders report directly to the highest
governance body.
123
G4-38Composition of the highest governance
30 body and its committees.30
G4-39Report whether the Chair of the highest governance body
is also an executive officer. 30
G4-40Nomination and selection processes 30 and 32 for the highest governance body and its committees.
30 Y 32
G4-42
Highest governance body’s and senior executives’ roles
in the development, approval, and updating of the
organization’s purpose, value or mission statements
strategies, policies, and goals related
to economic, environmental and social impacts.
33
G4-46Highest governance body’s role in reviewing the
effectiveness of the organization’s 33
G4-56
Describe the organization’s values, principles, standards
and norms of behavior such as codes of conduct and codes
of ethics.
36 y 37
G4-57
Internal and external mechanisms for seeking advice on
ethical and lawful behavior, and matters
related to organizational integrity,
such as helplines or advice lines.
37
Corporate governance, ethics and integrity
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G4-58
Internal and external mechanisms for reporting concerns
about unethical or unlawful behavior, and matters
related to organizational integrity, such as escalation
through line management, whistleblowing mechanisms
or hotlines.
38
G4-SO4Policies and procedures for training and communication
in the fight against corruption36
G4-PR5Results or key conclusions of
customer satisfaction surveys56
G4-PR7Total number of incidents of non-compliance
with regulations and voluntary codes concerning 65
G4-PR8Total number of substantiated complaints received
concerning breaches of customer privacy.65
Marketing communications and consumer relations
G4-12 Describe the organization’s supply chain. 68
G4- EN32Percentage of new suppliers that were screened
using environmental criteria.75
G4-LA15Percentage of new suppliers
subject to impact assessments for labor practices71
G4-HR4
Operations and suppliers in which employee rights to
exercise freedom of association or collective bargaining
may be violated or at significant risk.
Measures taken by the organization in the reporting
period intended to support rights to exercise freedom of
association and collective bargaining.
72
G4- SO9Percentage of new suppliers that were screened
using criteria for impacts on society.71
Supplier and contractor relationships
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G4-SO1
Percentage of operations with implemented
local community engagement, impact
assessments, and development programs.
78
G4-S06
Total monetary value of financial and in-kind
political contributions made directly and indirectly by the
organization by country.
81
G4-EC7Extent of development and impact of significant
infrastructure investments and services supported.94
Society and community relations indicators
G4-EN3 Direct energy consumption by primary energy source. 101
G4-EN6Energy saved due to conservation and improvements in
efficiency.102
G4-EN7
Initiatives to provide energy-efficient or renewable
energy based products and services, and reductions in
the energy requirements as a result of these initiatives.
94,97,99 and 102
G4-EN8 Total water withdrawal by source. 103
CRE8
Type and number of sustainability
certification, rating and labeling schemes for
new construction.
92
G4-EN10 Percentage and total volume of water recycled and reused. 103
G4-EN15Total direct and indirect greenhouse gas emissions by
weight. (Scope 1).105
G4-EN16Total direct and indirect greenhouse gas emissions by
weight. (Scope 2).105
G4-EN22 Total water discharge by quality and destination. 103
G4-EN27Extent to which environmental impacts of products and
services have been mitigated during the reporting period.94,97,102 and 104
Indicadores ambientales
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G4-LA1
Total number and rates of new employee hires and
employee turnover by age group, gender and region
(location).
109 and 111
G4- LA2
Benefits provided to full-time employees of the
organization not provided to
temporary or part-time employees, by significant locations
of operation.
114,115 and 116
G4-LA3 Return to work and retention rates after parental leave. 114
G4- LA5Percentage of total workforce represented in formal joint
management-worker health and safety committees 114
G4-LA9
Report the average hours of training that the
organization’s employees have undertaken during the
reporting period.
113
G4- LA10
Programs for skills management and lifelong
learning that support the continued employability of
employees and assist them in managing career endings.
114
G4- LA11Percentage of employees receiving regular performance
and career development reviews..112
G4-LA14 Ratio of basic salary and remuneration of women to men
for each employee category.121
G4- HR3 Total number of incidents of discrimination and corrective. 119
Labor indicators
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