I have heard executive tell a conference audience two consecutive weeks to take politics out of sustainability discussions. It is simply good business, as well as good for the environment. Here is a release from Emerson detailing its efforts.
Report highlights achievements of greenhouse gas emissions goal, culture evolution and energy transition solutions
Global technology and software company Emerson released its 2022 ESG Report, detailing the company’s environmental, social and governance (ESG) achievements, impact and continued priorities.
“Our organization has made tremendous progress over the last year, strengthening Emerson’s position as a global automation leader, accelerating our culture evolution and driving innovation,” said Mike Train, Emerson’s chief sustainability officer. “This report shares our achievements and details the pivotal role Emerson plays in the energy transition by helping customers across a variety of industries solve sustainability and decarbonization challenges. We remain committed to prioritizing actions that reduce emissions across our global operations, strengthen the communities we serve and accelerate value creation for all stakeholders.”
The report highlights notable sustainability goals and performance, including:
- 42% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions intensity from the 2018 baseline, surpassing its original 20% target six years ahead of schedule
- A- score from CDP
- Score of 100% on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 2022 Corporate Equality Index
- 2022 “Best Employer for Diversity” by Forbes
- Approximately 70% of revenue tied to sustainability enabling technologies*
