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Steelcase 2024 Impact Report Spotlights New Net-Zero Commitment, Building Community and Belonging

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Steelcase (NYSE: SCS) has released its 2024 Impact Report, 'Our Work Toward Better Futures', highlighting the company's commitment to improving the wellbeing of people and the planet. The report outlines Steelcase's new goal to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 and its progress in building community and belonging in the workplace.

Key achievements include:

  • Hosting the first annual 'Better Is Possible' Design Challenge in 11 cities worldwide
  • Contributing over $9.9M in charitable giving
  • Volunteering more than 62,270 hours since 2021
  • Expanding employee Business Inclusion Groups to 12
  • Reducing carbon emissions in operations by 30% over four years
  • Partnering with suppliers to set science-based carbon reduction targets
  • Expanding CarbonNeutral® product certification
  • Averaging 40% recycled content in Steelcase® brand product packaging

Steelcase has been recognized as one of America's 50 Most Community-Minded Companies and a Best Employer for Diversity.

Steelcase (NYSE: SCS) ha pubblicato il suo Rapporto di Impatto 2024, 'Il nostro impegno per un futuro migliore', sottolineando l'impegno dell'azienda nel migliorare il benessere delle persone e del pianeta. Il rapporto delinea il nuovo obiettivo di Steelcase di raggiungere emissioni di carbonio nette zero entro il 2050 e i progressi nella costruzione di comunità e appartenenza sul posto di lavoro.

I principali risultati includono:

  • Ospitare il primo 'Better Is Possible' Design Challenge annuale in 11 città in tutto il mondo
  • Contribuire con oltre $9,9M in donazioni benefiche
  • Volontariato per più di 62.270 ore dal 2021
  • Espandere i gruppi di inclusione aziendale a 12
  • Ridurre le emissioni di carbonio nelle operazioni del 30% in quattro anni
  • Collaborare con i fornitori per stabilire obiettivi di riduzione delle emissioni di carbonio basati sulla scienza
  • Espandere la certificazione di prodotto CarbonNeutral®
  • Mediare il 40% di contenuto riciclato nel packaging dei prodotti a marchio Steelcase®

Steelcase è stata riconosciuta come una delle 50 aziende più orientate alla comunità in America e come miglior datore di lavoro per la diversità.

Steelcase (NYSE: SCS) ha lanzado su Informe de Impacto 2024, 'Nuestro Trabajo Hacia Futuras Mejores', destacando el compromiso de la empresa para mejorar el bienestar de las personas y del planeta. El informe describe el nuevo objetivo de Steelcase de alcanzar emisiones netas de carbono cero para 2050 y su progreso en la construcción de comunidad y pertenencia en el lugar de trabajo.

Los logros clave incluyen:

  • Organizar el primer 'Better Is Possible' Design Challenge anual en 11 ciudades de todo el mundo
  • Contribuir con más de $9.9 millones en donaciones benéficas
  • Más de 62,270 horas de voluntariado desde 2021
  • Ampliar los Grupos de Inclusión Empresarial a 12
  • Reducir las emisiones de carbono en las operaciones un 30% en cuatro años
  • Colaborar con proveedores para establecer objetivos de reducción de carbono basados en la ciencia
  • Ampliar la certificación de productos CarbonNeutral®
  • Promediar un 40% de contenido reciclado en el empaquetado de productos de la marca Steelcase®

Steelcase ha sido reconocida como una de las 50 empresas más comprometidas con la comunidad en Estados Unidos y como uno de los mejores empleadores para la diversidad.

Steelcase (NYSE: SCS)는 2024년 영향 보고서 '더 나은 미래를 위한 우리의 노력'를 발표하며, 사람들과 지구의 복지를 개선하려는 회사의 헌신을 강조했습니다. 이 보고서는 Steelcase의 새 목표인 2050년까지 탄소 배출량 넷 제로 달성과 직장에서의 공동체 및 소속감 구축에 대한 진행 상황을 제시합니다.

주요 성과는 다음과 같습니다:

  • 전 세계 11개 도시에서 첫 번째 연례 'Better Is Possible' 디자인 챌린지를 개최
  • 990만 달러 이상의 자선 기부
  • 2021년 이후 62,270시간 이상 자원봉사
  • 직원 비즈니스 포용 그룹을 12개로 확대
  • 4년 내 운영에서 탄소 배출량 30% 감소
  • 공급업체와 협력하여 과학 기반 탄소 감축 목표 수립
  • CarbonNeutral® 제품 인증 확대
  • Steelcase® 브랜드 제품 포장에 평균 40% 재활용 내용물

Steelcase는 미국에서 가장 커뮤니티 지향적인 50대 기업 중 하나이자 다문화 엘리트 고용주로 인정받았습니다.

Steelcase (NYSE: SCS) a publié son Rapport d'Impact 2024, 'Notre Travail Pour de Meilleurs Avenirs', soulignant l'engagement de l'entreprise à améliorer le bien-être des personnes et de la planète. Le rapport présente le nouvel objectif de Steelcase d'atteindre zéro émission de carbone nette d'ici 2050 et ses progrès dans la création de communauté et de sentiment d'appartenance au travail.

Les réalisations clés incluent :

  • Organisation du premier 'Better Is Possible' Design Challenge annuel dans 11 villes à travers le monde
  • Contribution de plus de 9,9 millions de dollars en dons caritatifs
  • Plus de 62 270 heures de bénévolat depuis 2021
  • Expansion des Groupes d'Inclusion Professionnelle à 12
  • Réduction des émissions de carbone opérationnelles de 30% en quatre ans
  • Partenariat avec les fournisseurs pour établir des objectifs de réduction des émissions de carbone basés sur des données scientifiques
  • Extension de la certification de produit CarbonNeutral®
  • Moyenne de 40% de contenu recyclé dans l'emballage des produits de marque Steelcase®

Steelcase a été reconnue comme l'une des 50 entreprises les plus engagées dans la communauté aux États-Unis et comme l'un des meilleurs employeurs en matière de diversité.

Steelcase (NYSE: SCS) hat seinen Impact-Bericht 2024, 'Unser Weg zu besseren Zukunft', veröffentlicht, der das Engagement des Unternehmens zur Verbesserung des Wohlbefindens von Menschen und des Planeten hervorhebt. Der Bericht umreißt das neue Ziel von Steelcase, bis 2050 kohlenstoffneutrale Emissionen zu erreichen, und den Fortschritt beim Aufbau von Gemeinschaft und Zugehörigkeit am Arbeitsplatz.

Zu den wichtigsten Erfolgen gehören:

  • Durchführung der ersten jährlichen 'Better Is Possible' Design Challenge in 11 Städten weltweit
  • Über 9,9 Millionen Dollar an Spendenbeiträgen
  • Über 62.270 Stunden Freiwilligenarbeit seit 2021
  • Erweiterung der Mitarbeiter-Inklusionsgruppen auf 12
  • Reduzierung der Kohlenstoffemissionen im Betrieb um 30% in vier Jahren
  • Partnerschaft mit Lieferanten zur Festlegung wissenschaftlich fundierter Kohlenstoffreduktionsziele
  • Erweiterung der CarbonNeutral®-Produktzertifizierung
  • Durchschnittlich 40% recycelter Inhalt in der Verpackung von Steelcase®-Markenprodukten

Steelcase wurde als eines der 50 sozial engagiertesten Unternehmen in Amerika und als bester Arbeitgeber für Vielfalt ausgezeichnet.

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"Our Work Toward Better Futures" Impact Report outlines goals and progress that demonstrate the organization's commitment to improving the wellbeing of people and the planet.

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Sept. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Steelcase (NYSE: SCS), a global design, research and thought leader in the world of work, today announces the release of its 2024 Impact Report, "Our Work Toward Better Futures." The report shares recent goals and progress to build community and belonging in the workplace, as well as the company's new commitment to reduce carbon emissions to net zero by 2050.

"This report reflects our commitment to the wellbeing of people and the planet. It shares data about our progress toward our goals and it also represents all the hard work our employees do to create better futures," said Kim Dabbs, Steelcase vice president of Impact. "We are proud of the cross-functional collaboration that reflects the collective action needed to make a difference in the world we share."

Better Futures for People
Steelcase is working toward building community and belonging so that all people feel seen, heard and valued. The company is focused on helping communities thrive, fostering inclusion and acting with integrity. Progress includes:

  • Hosting the first annual "Better Is Possible" Design Challenge, bringing together employees, dealers and community members in 11 cities around the world to consider bold ideas for climate action.
  • Contributing more than $9.9M in charitable giving, including employee donations, employee matching gifts, and grants from the Steelcase Foundation, a separate 501c3 organization
  • Volunteering more than 62,270 hours since 2021, moving toward the goal of 100,000 hours by 2030.
  • Growing the number of employee Business Inclusion Groups to 12. These employee-led groups play a critical role in creating cultures that foster inclusion.
  • Building the Steelcase inclusive design practice by collaborating with global partners.

Steelcase has been recognized for its leadership in improving the wellbeing of people. The organization was named one of America's 50 Most Community-Minded Companies by Points of Light, a Best Employer for Diversity by Forbes and an MVAA Silver-Level Veteran-Friendly Employer and more.

Better Futures for the Planet
Steelcase is working toward a better future for the planet by reducing its carbon footprint, designing for circularity, and choosing and using materials responsibly. 

Earlier this year, Steelcase announced its commitment to a net-zero future. The company's plan is to reduce carbon emissions over 90%* throughout its entire value chain by 2050. The organization became the first in its industry to publish a net-zero transition plan, The Power of Possibility: A Net Zero Future Needs Us All, which describes how the company plans to reach its goal of net-zero emissions. Additional progress includes:

  • Being on track to reach its goal of reducing carbon emissions in its operations 50% by 2030*. Over four years, Steelcase has already achieved a 30% carbon emissions reduction in its operations.
  • Partnering with suppliers to set their own science-based carbon emissions reduction targets, thereby leading the industry through supplier engagement.
  • Expanding the breadth and regional availability of products with CarbonNeutral® product certification, which helps customers offset carbon emissions for the entire lifecycle of a product.
  • Piloting new ways to package, ship and deliver products. The company now averages 40% recycled content in all Steelcase® brand product packaging, which builds on efforts to phase out single-use plastics and increase recycled content.
  • Leading the industry in the number of BIFMA LEVEL® certified products, a rigorous sustainability standard.

Read the 2024 Impact Report and learn more about the organization's work at Steelcase.com/People-Planet.

*Reductions are measured from a FY2020 base year.

About Steelcase
Established in 1912, Steelcase is a global design, research and thought leader in the world of work. We help people do their best work by creating places that work better. Along with more than 30 creative and technology partner brands, we design and manufacture furnishings and solutions for the many places where work happens — including learning, health and work from home. Our solutions come to life through our community of expert Steelcase dealers in approximately 770 locations, as well as our online Steelcase store and other retail partners. Founded in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Steelcase is a publicly traded company with fiscal year 2024 revenue of $3.2 billion. With approximately 11,300 global employees and our dealer community, we come together for people and the planet — using our business to help the world work better.

 

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What is Steelcase's new net-zero commitment as stated in their 2024 Impact Report?

Steelcase (SCS) has committed to reducing carbon emissions to net zero by 2050 throughout its entire value chain, with a plan to reduce emissions by over 90%.

How much progress has Steelcase made towards its 2030 carbon emissions reduction goal?

Steelcase (SCS) has achieved a 30% carbon emissions reduction in its operations over four years, putting it on track to reach its goal of reducing carbon emissions in operations by 50% by 2030.

What charitable contributions has Steelcase made according to the 2024 Impact Report?

According to the 2024 Impact Report, Steelcase (SCS) has contributed more than $9.9M in charitable giving, including employee donations, matching gifts, and grants from the Steelcase Foundation.

How many volunteer hours has Steelcase accumulated since 2021?

Steelcase (SCS) has accumulated more than 62,270 volunteer hours since 2021, working towards their goal of 100,000 hours by 2030.

What percentage of recycled content does Steelcase use in its product packaging?

Steelcase (SCS) now averages 40% recycled content in all Steelcase® brand product packaging, as part of their efforts to phase out single-use plastics and increase recycled content.

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