ASGN Releases 2023 Environmental Social Governance Report

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ASGN has released its fifth annual Environmental Social Governance (ESG) Report, highlighting significant strides in sustainability and corporate responsibility. Key achievements include submitting a near-term 2030 emissions reduction target and a net-zero 2050 target to the Science Based Targets initiative. ASGN also earned the ISO 14001 Certification for its headquarters, signifying compliance with international environmental management standards. Notably, the company launched a Company-wide Mentorship Program and a Culture and Inclusion Council to enhance workplace diversity and inclusion. Additionally, ASGN initiated its first Enterprise Risk Management assessment and established an Enterprise Security Council to bolster cybersecurity efforts.

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• Submitted near-term 2030 emissions reduction target and net-zero 2050 target to the Science Based Targets initiative.
• Achieved ISO 14001 Certification for headquarters, confirming compliance with international environmental standards.
• Established a Company-wide Mentorship Program and a Culture and Inclusion Council to promote diversity and inclusion.
• Initiated first Enterprise Risk Management assessment.
• Established an Enterprise Security Council to enhance cybersecurity.

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RICHMOND, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- ASGN Incorporated (NYSE: ASGN), a leading provider of IT services and solutions to the commercial and government sectors, today announced the release of its fifth annual Environmental Social Governance (ESG) Report.

“At ASGN, we recognize our responsibility to create positive impacts for our stakeholders, our communities, and our planet,” said Ted Hanson, ASGN’s Chief Executive Officer. “Through a Company-wide effort, we continued to evolve our ESG program in 2023, making great progress against our goals. In the past year, we submitted our near-term by 2030 emissions reduction target and our net-zero by 2050 target to the Science Based Targets initiative for official alignment. We also achieved the rigorous ISO 14001 Certification of ASGN’s Headquarters, affirming our compliance with the international standard for environmental management systems.”

Mr. Hanson continued, “Our team is the driving force behind our success, and, in 2023, we established a Company-wide Mentorship Program as well as a Culture and Inclusion Council, each fostering belonging across our organization. In addition, we remain committed to responsible business practices. During the year, we began our first Enterprise Risk Management assessment and established an Enterprise Security Council that unites cybersecurity professionals across our brands. In the spirit of continuous improvement, in 2024, we will collaborate with all our stakeholders, working in partnership to drive a more sustainable future together.”

For more information about ASGN's sustainability achievements and to view the Company’s 2023 ESG Report please visit asgn.com/sustainability.

About ASGN Incorporated

ASGN Incorporated (NYSE: ASGN) is a leading provider of IT services and solutions to the commercial and government sectors. ASGN helps corporate enterprises and government organizations develop, implement, and operate critical IT and business solutions through its integrated offerings. For more information, please visit asgn.com.

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Certain statements made in this news release are “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Exchange Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and involve a high degree of risk and uncertainty. Forward-looking statements include statements regarding our anticipated financial and operating performance. All statements in this news release, other than those setting forth strictly historical information, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and actual results might differ materially. For a full list of risks and discussion of forward-looking statements, please see our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023, as filed with the SEC on February 23, 2024. We specifically disclaim any intention or duty to update any forward-looking statements contained in this news release.

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Kimberly Esterkin

Vice President, Investor Relations

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Source: ASGN Incorporated

FAQ

What is ASGN's 2030 emissions reduction target?

ASGN has submitted its near-term emissions reduction target for 2030 to the Science Based Targets initiative for official alignment.

What is ASGN's net-zero target year?

ASGN has set a net-zero emissions target for 2050, which has been submitted to the Science Based Targets initiative.

What certification did ASGN's headquarters achieve in 2023?

ASGN's headquarters achieved the ISO 14001 Certification, affirming compliance with international environmental management standards.

What new programs did ASGN launch to promote diversity and inclusion in 2023?

In 2023, ASGN launched a Company-wide Mentorship Program and a Culture and Inclusion Council to foster diversity and inclusion within the organization.

What initiative did ASGN take to enhance cybersecurity in 2023?

ASGN established an Enterprise Security Council in 2023, uniting cybersecurity professionals across its brands to enhance cybersecurity efforts.