Blackbaud Named One of Newsweek's World's Greenest Companies 2025

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Blackbaud (NASDAQ: BLKB) has been named to Newsweek's World's Greenest Companies 2025 list, ranking among the top 750 publicly listed companies across 26 countries for environmental sustainability performance. The recognition follows a comprehensive study by Plant-A Insights Group evaluating over 8,000 companies based on ESG performance and environmental metrics.

Key achievements include a 90% reduction in global greenhouse gas emissions since 2019 and partnerships with environmental organizations like Project Drawdown. The company has also earned spots on Newsweek's America's Most Responsible Companies 2025 list and USA Today's America's Climate Leaders 2024 list. Companies selected for the World's Greenest Companies list must meet EU sustainability standards and have over 1,000 employees.

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• 90% reduction in global greenhouse gas emissions since 2019
• Recognition on multiple prestigious sustainability lists (World's Greenest Companies 2025, America's Most Responsible Companies 2025, America's Climate Leaders 2024)
• Strategic partnerships with environmental organizations like Project Drawdown

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Award Evaluates Global Sustainability Practices, ESG Performance Data and Key Environmental Metrics

CHARLESTON, S.C., May 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Blackbaud (NASDAQ: BLKB), the leading provider of software for powering social impact, has been recognized by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group as one of the World's Greenest Companies 2025. This distinction is the result of one of the most comprehensive sustainability studies globally, incorporating expert assessments, ESG performance data, and millions of data points across key environmental metrics.

"Blackbaud has a long-standing commitment to sustainability, which encompasses both reducing greenhouse gas emissions within our operations and supporting our customers in their sustainability journeys," said Margaret "Maggie" Driscoll, chief people and culture officer, Blackbaud. "Our employees continue to inspire me with their commitment as well, most recently in celebration of Earth Day, donating to sustainably plant trees through nonprofit One Tree Planted. This recognition from Newsweek acknowledges our commitment as global corporate citizens to address the issues that matter most to our people, our planet and our society."

The World's Greenest Companies 2025 list recognizes the top 750 publicly listed companies across 26 countries for their environmental sustainability performance. The ranking is based on a comprehensive analysis of self-disclosed sustainability data conducted by GIST and Plant-A Insights Group. Over 8,000 companies were evaluated, and 750 were selected for inclusion based on their environmental sustainability performance. Eligibility required companies to meet the minimum sustainability standards established by the European Union—widely regarded as the most advanced globally—and to have publicly available sustainability disclosures and more than 1,000 employees.

Over the past several years, Blackbaud has advanced its environmental, social, and governance priorities, continually improving business practices and setting high standards. Sustainability commitments include: 

• Prioritizing responsible operations to reduce the company's energy and water use and enhance energy efficiency across all operations
• Maintaining decarbonization efforts with a 90% reduction in global greenhouse gas emissions since 2019
• Working with strategic partners that are making meaningful environmental impact, like Project Drawdown and the Center for Disaster Philanthropy, the recipient of Blackbaud's 2025 major gift

Blackbaud has also been recognized on Newsweek's America's Most Responsible Companies 2025 list and was named to USA Today's list of America's Climate Leaders 2024. Blackbaud remains committed to advancing sustainability by reporting transparently on its own progress and offering innovative solutions that help social impact customers reduce their environmental impact as well.

About Blackbaud
Blackbaud (NASDAQ: BLKB) is the leading software provider exclusively dedicated to powering social impact. Serving the nonprofit and education sectors, companies committed to social responsibility and individual change makers, Blackbaud's essential software is built to accelerate impact in fundraising, nonprofit financial management, digital giving, grantmaking, corporate social responsibility and education management. With millions of users and over $100 billion raised, granted or managed through Blackbaud platforms every year, Blackbaud's solutions are unleashing the potential of the people and organizations who change the world. Blackbaud has been named to Newsweek's list of America's Most Responsible Companies, Quartz's list of Best Companies for Remote Workers, and Forbes' list of America's Best Employers. A remote-first company, Blackbaud has operations in the United States, Australia, Canada, Costa Rica, India and the United Kingdom, supporting users in 100+ countries. Learn more at www.blackbaud.com or follow us on X/Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook.

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Forward-looking Statements
Except for historical information, all of the statements, expectations and assumptions contained in this news release are forward-looking statements that involve a number of risks and uncertainties, including statements regarding expected benefits of products and product features. Although Blackbaud attempts to be accurate in making these forward-looking statements, it is possible that future circumstances might differ from the assumptions on which such statements are based. In addition, other important factors that could cause results to differ materially include the following: general economic risks; uncertainty regarding increased business and renewals from existing customers; continued success in sales growth; management of integration of acquired companies and other risks associated with acquisitions; risks associated with successful implementation of multiple integrated software products; the ability to attract and retain key personnel; risks associated with management of growth; lengthy sales and implementation cycles; technological changes that make our products and services less competitive; and the other risk factors set forth from time to time in the SEC filings for Blackbaud, copies of which are available free of charge at the SEC's website at www.sec.gov or upon request from Blackbaud's investor relations department. All Blackbaud product names appearing herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of Blackbaud, Inc.

 

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FAQ

What sustainability achievements led to BLKB being named one of World's Greenest Companies 2025?

Blackbaud achieved a 90% reduction in global greenhouse gas emissions since 2019, maintains strong ESG performance, and demonstrates commitment to responsible operations through energy efficiency and water use reduction.

How many companies were evaluated for Newsweek's World's Greenest Companies 2025 list?

Over 8,000 companies were evaluated, with 750 companies ultimately selected for inclusion across 26 countries.

What are the eligibility criteria for Newsweek's World's Greenest Companies 2025 list?

Companies must meet EU sustainability standards, have publicly available sustainability disclosures, and employ more than 1,000 people.

What other sustainability awards has BLKB received in 2024-2025?

Blackbaud has been recognized on Newsweek's America's Most Responsible Companies 2025 list and USA Today's America's Climate Leaders 2024 list.