Steelcase Announces Carbon Neutrality and Goal to be Carbon Negative by 2030 - Seite 2

“Steelcase is proud to lead our industry in addressing this critical global issue,” said Jim Keane, President and CEO, Steelcase. “We continue to see the destructive effects of climate change that touch the lives of people in communities around the world and are pleased to be taking immediate steps in the right direction.”

Over the next decade, Steelcase plans to apply the following principles to execute its strategy:

• Prioritize the absolute reduction of emissions with a range of approaches, including:
  • invest in energy efficiency opportunities identified through a series of audits performed at its top emitting facilities
  • supplement energy efficiency projects via direct renewable energy supply in key markets where available
  • explore onsite renewable energy and reduce emissions associated with business travel, its supply chain, logistics and waste generated in operations
• Advocate for climate and energy policy
• Empower its employees and suppliers to champion the effort of transitioning to a low carbon economy

The company plans to publish its progress in future Steelcase Impact Reports. Reported emissions are expected to be verified by a third-party starting this year.

Building on a foundation to advance lasting change

This announcement underscores the company’s ongoing commitment to sustainability by bringing lasting value to its customers, employees, shareholders, partners, communities, and the environment. Through innovative products and solutions, Steelcase is committed to unlocking human promise and promoting the advancement of strong and resilient communities.

Steelcase expects to continue to build on its strong foundation by working to use less, conserve more, source more responsible materials and grow more sustainably, in order to leave a positive legacy and support a regenerative economy.

For more information about this initiative or sustainability at Steelcase, please visit the sustainability page on Steelcase.com.

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