Agilent Named to Dow Jones Sustainability Indices for Ninth Consecutive Year

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Agilent Technologies Inc. (NYSE: A) has been included in the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index and the North America Index for its strong environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance. The company has been named in the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices for a ninth consecutive year, with only 3,500 of the largest companies globally eligible for inclusion. Agilent's sustainability performance was scored 'very high' on the S&P Global's annual Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA), far above the industry average in all three categories. The company is named in both the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index and the Dow Jones Sustainability North America Index, marking the ninth year of its inclusion.

SANTA CLARA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Agilent Technologies Inc. (NYSE: A) today announced the company has again been included in the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index and the North America Index for its strong environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance.

“It’s an honor to be named in the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices for a ninth consecutive year. I am particularly proud of our team’s progress in reducing emissions throughout our value chain and providing innovative solutions to help our customers reach their environmental goals,” said Neil Rees, head of Agilent’s ESG programs.

Only 3,500 of the largest companies globally are eligible for inclusion in any Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI), according to S&P Global. Inclusion in the indices is based largely on S&P Global’s annual Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA), which invites 13,000 companies to be scored on a wide range of sustainability criteria, from climate strategy and human capital management to business ethics and supply chain management.

The S&P CSA scored Agilent “very high” on sustainability performance, far above the industry average in all three categories.

Agilent is named in both the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index and the Dow Jones Sustainability North America Index. The World Index tracks the performance of sustainability leaders in the top 10% of the 2,500 largest companies globally, while the North America Index tracks the top 20% of the 600 largest Canadian and U.S. companies in the S&P Global Broad Market Index. It marks the ninth year in which Agilent has been featured in the DJSI.

Agilent has the most comprehensive circular economy program for lab instruments, which includes trade-in, buy-back, recycling, and refurbishing services; a large and growing number of ACT-labeled products; and a wide variety of instruments, consumables, and technology designed to reduce lab energy consumption, waste, and use of fossil fuels. Learn more about Agilent’s ESG programs and progress at Agilent.com.

About Agilent Technologies

Agilent Technologies Inc. (NYSE: A) is a global leader in analytical and clinical laboratory technologies, delivering insights and innovation that help our customers bring great science to life. Agilent’s full range of solutions includes instruments, software, services, and expertise that provide trusted answers to our customers' most challenging questions. The company generated revenue of $6.83 billion in fiscal 2023 and employs approximately 18,000 people worldwide. Information about Agilent is available at www.agilent.com. To receive the latest Agilent news, subscribe to the Agilent Newsroom. Follow Agilent on LinkedIn and Facebook.

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FAQ

What is Agilent Technologies Inc.'s ticker symbol?

Agilent Technologies Inc.'s ticker symbol is NYSE: A.

How many companies are eligible for inclusion in the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices?

Only 3,500 of the largest companies globally are eligible for inclusion in any Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI).

What is the basis for inclusion in the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices?

Inclusion in the indices is based largely on S&P Global’s annual Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA), which invites 13,000 companies to be scored on a wide range of sustainability criteria, from climate strategy and human capital management to business ethics and supply chain management.

How has Agilent Technologies Inc.'s sustainability performance been scored in the S&P CSA?

Agilent's sustainability performance was scored 'very high' on the S&P Global's annual Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA), far above the industry average in all three categories.

How many years has Agilent Technologies Inc. been featured in the DJSI?

Agilent has been featured in the DJSI for nine years.

What does the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index track?

The Dow Jones Sustainability World Index tracks the performance of sustainability leaders in the top 10% of the 2,500 largest companies globally.

What does the Dow Jones Sustainability North America Index track?

The Dow Jones Sustainability North America Index tracks the top 20% of the 600 largest Canadian and U.S. companies in the S&P Global Broad Market Index.