Conduent Publishes 2020 Corporate Social Responsibility Report
Conduent (Nasdaq: CNDT) published its 2020 Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) report, showcasing its commitment to ethical and sustainable business practices. Key highlights include a 50% reduction in real estate footprint, a 23% decrease in Scope 2 CO2 emissions, and the recycling of over 53 million pounds of materials. The report emphasizes advancements in diversity and inclusion, enhanced associate wellness benefits, and a strengthened ethics program. Conduent's ESG initiatives align with five United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, focusing on community support and sustainability.
- Reduced real estate footprint by over 50% in three years.
- Achieved a 23% Year-over-Year reduction in Scope 2 CO2 emissions.
- Recycled 53 million pounds of paper-based items since 2017.
- Expanded employee impact groups by 65% under new Diversity and Inclusion leadership.
- Enhanced transparency on ESG metrics aligned with SASB Framework.
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Highlights Company’s Commitment to ESG including Diversity & Inclusion and the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals
FLORHAM PARK, N.J., Aug. 25, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Conduent Incorporated (Nasdaq: CNDT), a business process services and solutions company, today published its 2020 Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) report, which outlines the company’s ongoing commitment to conduct business ethically, responsibly, and sustainably, while continuing to advance its progress in key Environmental, Social and Governance areas.
“The last year required all of us to quickly address and overcome new challenges to meet our business objectives while also making meaningful advances on social responsibility,” said Cliff Skelton, Conduent President and Chief Executive Officer. “This year’s CSR report highlights our ongoing efforts to protect our planet, support our associates and communities, and govern our business responsibly.”
The 2020 Conduent CSR report highlights a number of those commitments and initiatives, including:
- Environmental
- Reduced real estate footprint by over
50% over the past three years and implemented recycling and waste management programs across our facilities - Reduced Scope 2 CO2 emissions by
23% Year over Year - Recycled more than 53 million pounds of paper-based items since 2017 while transitioning end users to digital communications
- Reduced real estate footprint by over
- Social
- Named a new head of Diversity and Inclusion to the senior leadership team who has driven multiple initiatives including a
65% expansion of employee impact groups - Augmented the Conduent Associate experience with a focus on creating an environment for associates to be themselves, thrive and make a difference
- Extended associate wellness benefits, implemented virtual training and created additional opportunities for engagement with leadership
- Named a new head of Diversity and Inclusion to the senior leadership team who has driven multiple initiatives including a
- Governance and Ethics
- Expanded awareness of global Ethics Program that promotes and instills a culture of integrity and honesty, including mandatory code of conduct training
- Maintained availability of global 24/7 ethics helpline for associates, partners and others
- Ongoing transparency and reporting on ESG topics including disclosure of ESG data aligned with SASB Framework
Additional steps taken by Conduent noted in the CSR report include: the creation through the company’s Board of Directors of a Corporate Social Responsibility and Public Policy Committee, the review and revision of corporate policies to better reflect ESG goals, and the enhanced disclosure of ESG metrics and measurement.
Conduent’s commitments align with five of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) that support the communities where its associates live and work: No Poverty; Zero Hunger; Good Health and Wellbeing; Sustainable Cities and Communities; Decent Work and Economic Growth.
To access the complete Conduent 2020 Corporate Social Responsibility Report, visit https://www.conduent.com/corporate-social-responsibility/
About Conduent
Conduent delivers mission-critical services and solutions on behalf of businesses and governments – creating exceptional outcomes for its clients and the millions of people who count on them. Through process, technology, and our diverse and dedicated associates, Conduent solutions and services automate workflows, improve efficiencies, reduce costs, and enable revenue growth. It’s why most Fortune 100 companies and over 500 government entities depend on Conduent every day to manage their essential interactions and move their operations forward.
Conduent’s differentiated services and solutions improve experiences for millions of people every day, including three out of every four U.S. insured patients, 10 million employees who use its HR Services, and nearly 18 million benefits recipients. Conduent’s solutions deliver exceptional outcomes for its clients, including
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