Emerson Rallies Employees, Customers and Suppliers to Join Earth Month Competition and Drive More Sustainable Habits

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Emerson (NYSE: EMR) is launching its 2023 Earth Month Ecochallenge, urging employees, customers, and suppliers to engage in sustainable behaviors throughout April. The initiative builds on last year’s success, where over 1,300 employees from 43 countries saved an estimated 500 kg of CO2 emissions. Participants will take concrete actions aligned with the UN's Sustainable Development Goals. This year, Emerson serves as the presenting sponsor and encourages collective efforts for a sustainable future. Registration is now open, and activities commence on April 1, 2023.

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• Over 1,300 employees participated in the previous Ecochallenge, saving an estimated 500 kg of CO2 emissions.
• Emerson is promoting collective sustainability actions, potentially increasing stakeholder engagement and brand loyalty.
• The company serves as the presenting sponsor for the 2023 Earth Month Ecochallenge.

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Key stakeholders encouraged to take individual actions for cumulative impact during 2023 Earth Month Ecochallenge in April

ST. LOUIS, Feb. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Global software and technology leader Emerson (NYSE: EMR) is challenging its employees, customers and suppliers to participate in the 2023 Earth Month Ecochallenge, a global competition to inspire individuals to implement science-based, sustainable behaviors in their daily lives. Registration is open today at Ecochallenge.org, the nonprofit platform established in 1993 to create a community driving global change.

Emerson is building on the success of the 2022 campaign and encouraging its customers, suppliers and partners to participate and achieve new records of collective sustainability action.

"The power to change our industry and the world begins with us," said Mike Train, Emerson's chief sustainability officer. "Our team is fully committed to being part of the solution, yet we can't do it alone. The best way to achieve impact at-scale is to use our voice and global reach to energize action across our entire value chain, from suppliers to customers, as well as neighbors in our communities. The multiplier effect is key to a sustainable future."

Last year, more than 1,300 Emerson employees from 43 different countries participated, saving an estimated 500 kg of CO2 emissions, conducting 59 energy audits and ensuring that over 3,000 meals were zero-waste, by serving them in reusable or recyclable packaging with no discarded food.

Ecochallenge organizes actions based on the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals in five categories: basic needs and security, health and equity, education and livelihood, economy and community, and climate and ecosystems. Throughout an entire month, participants commit to concrete actions like carpooling, planting a tree, watching educational documentaries or spending more time outside volunteering in their communities. Points are awarded for each action taken, and participants can join teams to compete for the most points. Actions are recorded systematically throughout Earth Month to demonstrate the cumulative impact of global participants.

Supporting Ecochallenge.org and their Earth Day Month Ecochallenge is an example of Emerson's "Greening With" sustainability strategy, to share its expertise, global reach and the passion of its employees in fostering collaboration beyond its four walls with suppliers, customers, communities, industry groups, research institutions, government policymakers, and non-governmental organizations.

Last year, Emerson was among 280 participating companies and is serving as the presenting sponsor of the 2023 Earth Day Month Ecochallenge.

Registration is open today. The challenge begins the first day of Earth Month, April 1, and ends April 30. Visit earthmonth.ecochallenge.org to register and learn more.

Additional resources:

• Join the Emerson Exchange 365 Community
• Connect with Emerson via Twitter Facebook LinkedIn YouTube

About Emerson 
Emerson (NYSE: EMR) is a global technology and software company providing innovative solutions for the world's essential industries. Through its leading automation portfolio, including its majority stake in AspenTech, Emerson helps hybrid, process and discrete manufacturers optimize operations, protect personnel, reduce emissions and achieve their sustainability goals. For more information, visit Emerson.com. 

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FAQ

What is Emerson's Earth Month Ecochallenge for 2023?

Emerson's Earth Month Ecochallenge for 2023 is a competition encouraging employees, customers, and suppliers to adopt sustainable behaviors throughout April.

When does the Emerson Earth Month Ecochallenge start and end?

The Ecochallenge starts on April 1, 2023, and ends on April 30, 2023.

How many employees participated in the 2022 Ecochallenge?

In 2022, over 1,300 Emerson employees participated in the Ecochallenge.

What were the achievements of the 2022 Emerson Ecochallenge?

The 2022 Ecochallenge resulted in a savings of approximately 500 kg of CO2 emissions, conducted 59 energy audits, and promoted zero-waste initiatives.

What are the categories for actions in the Ecochallenge?

Actions in the Ecochallenge are based on the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals, including basic needs, health, education, economy, and climate.