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Sustainability - The Investor's Perspective November 12, 2008

Backdrop to Investing Today –Concern over safety of financial markets –Lack of confidence in corporate management –Want their financial advisors to investigate the ethical as well as the financial performance of companies Majority of Investors This material is intended as a broad overview of the portfolio managers’ style, philosophy and process and is subject to change without notice. The portfolio managers’ views may differ from those of other portfolio managers as well as the views of Neuberger Berman, LLC. Opinions expressed are as of the date herein and are subject to change without notice. This material is not intended to be a formal research report and should not be construed as an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy any security. Past performance is not indicative of future results. This material is not intended to address every situation, nor is it intended as a substitute for the legal, accounting or financial counsel of your professional advisors with respect to your individual circumstances. We recommend these factors be considered before an investment decision is made. Please see important disclosures on page 16. 1

What Is Social Responsive Investing? –Socially responsible investing (SRI) is an investment process that considers the social and environmental consequences of investments, both positive and negative, within the context of rigorous financial analysis (1) ________________ 1.Source: 2005 Report on Socially Responsible Investing Trends in the United States, Social Investment Forum. Our goal is to deliver consistent and superior risk adjusted portfolio returns, while reflecting social and environmental criteria We believe doing good and doing well are mutually compatible 2 Please see important disclosures on page 16.

How was SRI Founded? Driving Forces Environmental Concerns Clean / Green Tech Revolution Anti-War Movement Nuclear Healthcare – Tobacco South Africa Apartheid Workplace and Corporate Governance 3 Please see important disclosures on page 16.

Active Participants –Women –Religious Citizens –Educators –Health Professionals –Environmentalists –Concerned Citizens Individuals –Churches –Hospitals –Foundations –University Endowments –Non-Profit Organizations –Pensions Plans Institutions 4 Please see important disclosures on page 16.

State of SRI Industry ________________ Source: 2005 Report on Socially Responsible Investing Trends in the United States, Social Investment Forum. –From 1995 to 2007, SRI grew 324% – faster than all professional managed investment assets –SRI assets increased 18% between 2005 and 2007 – despite 38 fewer funds using tobacco screening Rapid GrowthAssets 5 Please see important disclosures on page 16.

SRI Investment Approaches –Index-like –Directed –Active Investment Policy –Activists –Facilitators –Conscientious Social Policy 6 Please see important disclosures on page 16.

SRI Equity Investment Philosophy –Research driven, valuation sensitive investing Deploy best ideas in diversified portfolio of approximately 30–40 names Buy as value / sell as growth Target 15–25% returns per annum per holding upon purchase –Use long-term perspective to investment advantage –Portfolio P/E less than Market controls valuation risk –Strive to deliver superior long-term portfolio returns through stock selection Value-Driven Bottom-Up Investment Approach with Disciplined Risk Controls 7 Please see important disclosures on page 16.

1.Quantitative Screening Find statistical values consistent with basic social avoidance criteria 2.Qualitative Business Analysis with Integrated Social Research Conduct in-depth research and analysis of company / business model Identify companies demonstrating leadership in environment, workplace, community 3.Develop the Investment Premise Integrate valuation analysis and fundamental research to form risk / return profile 4.Buy / Sell Discipline Determine catalysts that lead to investment action Ensure that portfolio companies adhere to social criteria 5.Portfolio Construction and Return Characteristics Valuation based portfolio risk controls Seek superior long-term returns through stock selection Investment Process Overview Combines Quantitative Screening with Qualitative Analysis 8 Please see important disclosures on page 16.

SRI Equity Screening – Workplace – Community – Environment – Corporate Governance Good Corporate Citizenship Is Good Business 9 Please see important disclosures on page 16.

Workplace Issues and the Bottom Line Employee Benefits Family Benefits Diversity Labor Relations Employee Safety Social Screening Results May Result in –Lower Turnover and Absenteeism –Higher Productivity –Attracting and Retaining Talent 10 Please see important disclosures on page 16.

Community and the Bottom Line Employee Volunteer Programs Community Outreach Charitable Giving Social Screening Results May Result in –Improved Corporate Image –Heightened Product Visibility –“Right to Operate” –Customer Loyalty 11 Please see important disclosures on page 16.

Resource Conservation Waste Reduction Green Products May Result In Environment and the Bottom Line Environmental Management Social Screening Results May Result in –Lower Resource and Disposal Costs –Lower Penalties, Liabilities and Contingencies –Access to New Markets 12 Please see important disclosures on page 16.

Corporate Governance Issues Board Diversity Executive Compensation Board Independence Social Screening Results May Result in –Management aligned with shareholder interest –Improved Oversight, Transparency –Increased Accountability 13 Please see important disclosures on page 16.

Leveraging Ownership – Dialogue with Management – Proxy Voting – Shareholder Resolution The Active Shareholder 14 Please see important disclosures on page 16.

Looking Ahead –Increased Disclosure –Beyond Regulations –Growing Pension Fund Involvement –Green Clean Technology –Underserved Communities SRI Trends 15 Please see important disclosures on page 16.

Disclosures Socially Responsive Investing Neither Neuberger Berman nor its employees provide tax or legal advice. All investors are strongly urged to consult their own tax or legal advisors with respect to the impact on their personal situation of any potential strategy or investment. This document is for informational purposes only and it should not be regarded as an offer to sell or as a solicitation of an offer to buy the securities or other instruments mentioned in it. No part of this document may be reproduced in any manner without the written permission of Neuberger Berman, LLC. Information in this document may have been obtained from various sources; we do not represent that this information is accurate or complete and it should not be relied upon as such. Opinions and information expressed herein are current as of this date and are subject to change without notice. The products mentioned in this document may not be eligible for sale in some states or countries, nor suitable for all types of investors; their value and the income they produce may fluctuate and / or be adversely affected by exchange rates, interest rates, or other factors. Additional information will be provided upon request. Neuberger Berman, LLC and Lehman Brothers Inc. are affiliated registered Investment Advisers and Broker Dealers. Members NYSE/FINRA/SIPC. © 2008 Neuberger Berman, LLC. All rights reserved. 16