The Sustainability Yearbook 2025 considered over 7,690 companies assessed in the 2024 Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA). This page provides the ranking of the 780 companies selected for this year’s Yearbook based on their S&P Global CSA Scores. Learn more about the Yearbook Selection Process.
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Top 1% S&P Global CSA Score
Asset World Corp Public Company Limited
Thailand
Top 1% S&P Global CSA Score
Industry Mover
Bangchak Corporation Public Company Limited
Thailand
Top 1% S&P Global CSA Score
Bangkok Dusit Medical Services Public Company Limited
Thailand
Top 1% S&P Global CSA Score
BTS Group Holdings Public Company Limited
Thailand
Top 1% S&P Global CSA Score
Kakao Corp.
Republic of Korea
Top 1% S&P Global CSA Score
LG Electronics Inc.
Republic of Korea
Top 1% S&P Global CSA Score
TECO Electric & Machinery Co., Ltd.
Taiwan
Top 1% S&P Global CSA Score
Transportadora de Gas Internacional S.A. E.S.P.
Colombia
Top 1% S&P Global CSA Score
True Corporation Public Company Limited
Thailand
Top 1% S&P Global CSA Score
United Microelectronics Corporation
Taiwan
Top 1% S&P Global CSA Score
WHA Corporation Public Company Limited
Thailand
Top 1% S&P Global CSA Score
Yuanta Financial Holding Co., Ltd.
Taiwan
Top 5% S&P Global CSA Score
ASE Technology Holding Co., Ltd.
Taiwan
Top 5% S&P Global CSA Score
Central Pattana Public Company Limited
Thailand
Top 5% S&P Global CSA Score
Chailease Holding Company Limited
Taiwan
Top 5% S&P Global CSA Score
Delta Electronics, Inc.
Taiwan
Top 5% S&P Global CSA Score
Hyundai Engineering & Construction Co.,Ltd.
Republic of Korea
Top 5% S&P Global CSA Score
Land Securities Group Plc
United Kingdom
Top 5% S&P Global CSA Score
Lite-On Technology Corporation
Taiwan
Top 5% S&P Global CSA Score
The Williams Companies, Inc.
United States
Top 5% S&P Global CSA Score
Universal Scientific Industrial (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.
China
Top 10% S&P Global CSA Score
Airports of Thailand Public Company Limited
Thailand
Top 10% S&P Global CSA Score
Industry Mover
Compal Electronics, Inc.
Taiwan
Top 10% S&P Global CSA Score
Corporación Financiera Colombiana S.A.
Colombia
Top 10% S&P Global CSA Score
Industry Mover
CP Axtra Public Company Limited
Thailand
Top 10% S&P Global CSA Score
Industry Mover
Gamania Digital Entertainment Co., Ltd.
Taiwan
Top 10% S&P Global CSA Score
Industry Mover
Godrej Properties Limited
India
Top 10% S&P Global CSA Score
Hongkong Land Holdings Limited
Bermuda
Top 10% S&P Global CSA Score
Hyundai Glovis Co., Ltd.
Republic of Korea
Top 10% S&P Global CSA Score
Industry Mover
Inversiones Aguas Metropolitanas S.A.
Chile
Top 10% S&P Global CSA Score
Industry Mover
Nikon Corporation
Japan
Top 10% S&P Global CSA Score
Samsung Biologics Co.,Ltd.
Republic of Korea
Top 10% S&P Global CSA Score
Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile S.A.
Chile
Top 10% S&P Global CSA Score
Industry Mover
The Berkeley Group Holdings plc
United Kingdom
Top 10% S&P Global CSA Score
Vanguard International Semiconductor Corporation
Taiwan
Top 10% S&P Global CSA Score
Vestel Elektronik Sanayi ve Ticaret Anonim Sirketi
Turkey
Industry Mover
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Caja de Compensación de Asignación Familiar de Los Andes
Chile
Industry Mover
Sustainability Yearbook Member
CapitaLand Ascott Trust
Singapore
Industry Mover
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals Limited
India
Industry Mover
Sustainability Yearbook Member
DL E&C Co.,Ltd.
Republic of Korea
Industry Mover
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ECOVE Environment Corp.
Taiwan
Industry Mover
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Energy Vault Holdings, Inc.
United States
Industry Mover
Sustainability Yearbook Member
EssilorLuxottica Société anonyme
France
Industry Mover
Sustainability Yearbook Member
F&F Co., Ltd
Republic of Korea
Industry Mover
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Far Eastern New Century Corporation
Taiwan
Industry Mover
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Fosun Tourism Group
Hong Kong
Industry Mover
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., Ltd.
Taiwan
Industry Mover
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Humana Inc.
United States
Industry Mover
Sustainability Yearbook Member
LG Energy Solution, Ltd.
Republic of Korea
Industry Mover
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited
Hong Kong
Industry Mover
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Zorlu Enerji Elektrik Üretim A.S.
Turkey
Industry Mover
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Pharmaron Beijing Co., Ltd.
China
Industry Mover
Sustainability Yearbook Member
SITC International Holdings Company Limited
Hong Kong
Industry Mover
Sustainability Yearbook Member
TCL Zhonghuan Renewable Energy Technology Co.,Ltd.
China
Industry Mover
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Travis Perkins plc
United Kingdom
Industry Mover
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Yihai Kerry Arawana Holdings Co., Ltd
China
Sustainability Yearbook Member
abrdn plc
United Kingdom
Sustainability Yearbook Member
ACS, Actividades de Construcción y Servicios, S.A.
Spain
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Advanced Info Service Public Company Limited
Thailand
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Aena S.M.E., S.A.
Spain
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ASM International NV
Netherlands
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Avary Holding(Shenzhen)Co., Limited
China
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Banca Generali S.p.A.
Italy
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Becton, Dickinson and Company
United States
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Bolsa Mexicana de Valores, S.A.B. de C.V.
Mexico
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Boston Scientific Corporation
United States
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Canadian National Railway Company
Canada
Sustainability Yearbook Member
CapitaLand Investment Limited
Singapore
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Central Plaza Hotel Public Company Limited
Thailand
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Charter Hall Group
Australia
Sustainability Yearbook Member
China Everbright Environment Group Limited
Hong Kong
Sustainability Yearbook Member
China Overseas Land & Investment Limited
Hong Kong
Sustainability Yearbook Member
City Developments Limited
Singapore
Sustainability Yearbook Member
CJ Logistics Corporation
Republic of Korea
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles, S.A.
Spain
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Corporación Inmobiliaria Vesta, S.A.B. de C.V.
Mexico
Sustainability Yearbook Member
CPN Retail Growth Leasehold REIT
Thailand
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Cromwell Property Group
Australia
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Daiwa House REIT Investment Corporation
Japan
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Delta Electronics (Thailand) Public Company Limited
Thailand
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft
Germany
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Deutsche Börse AG
Germany
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Deutsche Post AG
Germany
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Digital Realty Trust, Inc.
United States
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Doosan Enerbility Co., Ltd.
Republic of Korea
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Dynamic Holding Co., Ltd.
Taiwan
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Edwards Lifesciences Corporation
United States
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Embassy Office Parks REIT
India
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Empresa Nacional de Telecomunicaciones S.A.
Chile
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Equinix, Inc.
United States
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Equity Residential
United States
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Federal Realty Investment Trust
United States
Sustainability Yearbook Member
FirstGroup plc
United Kingdom
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Fisher & Paykel Healthcare Corporation Limited
New Zealand
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Foxconn Industrial Internet Co., Ltd.
China
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Giant Manufacturing Co., Ltd.
Taiwan
Sustainability Yearbook Member
GMéxico Transportes, S.A.B. de C.V.
Mexico
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Grupo de Inversiones Suramericana S.A.
Colombia
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Grupo Traxión, S.A.B. de C.V.
Mexico
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Hang Lung Properties Limited
Hong Kong
Sustainability Yearbook Member
HD Hyundai Construction Equipment Co., LTD.
Republic of Korea
Sustainability Yearbook Member
HD Hyundai Electric Co., Ltd.
Republic of Korea
Sustainability Yearbook Member
HD Hyundai Heavy Industries Co.,Ltd.
Republic of Korea
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HD Hyundai Infracore Co., Ltd.
Republic of Korea
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Hd Hyundai Mipo Co.,Ltd.
Republic of Korea
Sustainability Yearbook Member
HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering Co., Ltd.
Republic of Korea
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Healthpeak Properties, Inc.
United States
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Henderson Land Development Company Limited
Hong Kong
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Hermès International Société en commandite par actions
France
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Hitachi Construction Machinery Co., Ltd.
Japan
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Hiwin Technologies Corporation
Taiwan
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc.
United States
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Atlantica Sustainable Infrastructure plc
United Kingdom
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Infineon Technologies AG
Germany
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Innolux Corporation
Taiwan
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Intermediate Capital Group plc
United Kingdom
Sustainability Yearbook Member
International Distribution Services plc
United Kingdom
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Inversiones La Construcción S.A.
Chile
Sustainability Yearbook Member
JD Logistics, Inc.
China
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated
United States
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Kakao Pay Corp.
Republic of Korea
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Kazakhstan Temir Zholy National Company JSC
Kazakhstan
Sustainability Yearbook Member
KEPCO Plant Service & Engineering Co.,Ltd.
Republic of Korea
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Kimco Realty Corporation
United States
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Kingsoft Corporation Limited
Hong Kong
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Krungthai Card Public Company Limited
Thailand
Sustainability Yearbook Member
LG Display Co., Ltd.
Republic of Korea
Sustainability Yearbook Member
LG Innotek Co., Ltd.
Republic of Korea
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Línea Directa Aseguradora, S.A., Compañía de Seguros y Reaseguros
Spain
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Link Real Estate Investment Trust
Hong Kong
Sustainability Yearbook Member
London Stock Exchange Group plc
United Kingdom
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Marui Group Co., Ltd.
Japan
Sustainability Yearbook Member
MERLIN Properties SOCIMI, S.A.
Spain
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Merry Electronics Co., Ltd.
Taiwan
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Mindspace Business Parks REIT
India
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Minor Hotels Europe & Americas, S.A.
Spain
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Minor International Public Company Limited
Thailand
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Mirae Asset Securities Co., Ltd.
Republic of Korea
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd.
Japan
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Moody's Corporation
United States
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Movida Participações S.A.
Brazil
Sustainability Yearbook Member
MTR Corporation Limited
Hong Kong
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Münchener Rückversicherungs-Gesellschaft Aktiengesellschaft in München
Germany
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Nanya Technology Corporation
Taiwan
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Nasdaq, Inc.
United States
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Nationwide Building Society
United Kingdom
Sustainability Yearbook Member
NAVER Corporation
Republic of Korea
Sustainability Yearbook Member
NCSOFT Corporation
Republic of Korea
Sustainability Yearbook Member
New World Development Company Limited
Hong Kong
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Nippon Prologis REIT, Inc.
Japan
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Nippon Telegraph and Telephone Corporation
Japan
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Nomura Holdings, Inc.
Japan
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Orient Overseas (International) Limited
Hong Kong
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras
Brazil
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Phison Electronics Corp.
Taiwan
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Posco Future M Co., Ltd.
Republic of Korea
Sustainability Yearbook Member
PostNL N.V.
Netherlands
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Powerchip Semiconductor Manufacturing Corp.
Taiwan
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Primax Electronics Ltd.
Taiwan
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Prologis, Inc.
United States
Sustainability Yearbook Member
PTT Exploration and Production Public Company Limited
Thailand
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Radiant Opto-Electronics Corporation
Taiwan
Sustainability Yearbook Member
REA Group Limited
Australia
Sustainability Yearbook Member
S&P Global Inc.
United States
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Samsung Electro-Mechanics Co., Ltd.
Republic of Korea
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Samsung Heavy Industries Co., Ltd.
Republic of Korea
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Samsung SDI Co., Ltd.
Republic of Korea
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Samsung Securities Co.,Ltd.
Republic of Korea
Sustainability Yearbook Member
SL Green Realty Corp.
United States
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Sri Trang Gloves (Thailand) Public Company Limited
Thailand
Sustainability Yearbook Member
STMicroelectronics N.V.
Netherlands
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Sun Hung Kai Properties Limited
Hong Kong
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited
Taiwan
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Tencent Holdings Limited
China
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Transurban Group
Australia
Sustainability Yearbook Member
UBS Group AG
Switzerland
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Union Pacific Corporation
United States
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Vamos Locação de Caminhões, Máquinas e Equipamentos S.A.
Brazil
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Veris Residential, Inc.
United States
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Voltronic Power Technology Corp.
Taiwan
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Wan Hai Lines Ltd.
Taiwan
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Warehouses De Pauw SA
Belgium
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Welltower Inc.
United States
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Weyerhaeuser Company
United States
Sustainability Yearbook Member
WIN Semiconductors Corp.
Taiwan
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Winbond Electronics Corporation
Taiwan
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Wiwynn Corporation
Taiwan
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Yamaha Corporation
Japan
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Yang Ming Marine Transport Corporation
Taiwan
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Yokogawa Electric Corporation
Japan
Sustainability Yearbook Member
Zhen Ding Technology Holding Limited
Cayman Islands
Driving forces
Electric utilities need to pursue innovative business models that are adaptable to changing political, economic and technical constraints and demands. These include supply crunches and market volatility. As gas utilities remain exposed to the long-term phasing out of fossil fuels, exploiting new business opportunities based on clean energy sources is imperative. Electric utilities reliant on hydropower must remain cognizant of the impacts of climate change, including droughts that threaten power generation. For water utilities, aging distribution and collection networks, along with the opposition to privatization, are often key challenges. Water companies continue to play a pivotal role in the promotion of water conservation, and practicing water reuse and recycling in their own operations. In emerging markets, increasing water stress and deteriorating water quality represent challenges, while increasing consumption and rapid infrastructure expansion are driving growth.
Highlighted criteria & dimension weights
Environmental Dimensions
45%
Social Dimension
29%
Governance & Economic
Dimensions
26%
Top 1% S&P Global CSA Scores
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Top 10% S&P Global CSA Scores
Sustainability Yearbook Members
Industry Mover
Driving forces
The manufacturing of commodity, diversified, specialty, fertilizer and agricultural chemicals, and industrial gases, supply critical industries such as food production and processing, pharmaceuticals and electronics. As energy intensive industry, chemicals faces increasing pressure due to climate change. Companies must change operations and portfolios plus will also play an important role in the green transition. The industry can contribute to advances in sustainability by supplying products that improve efficiency and performance throughout the lifecycle. This requires companies to invest in innovation, product stewardship, operational eco-efficiency, as well as talent and health and safety. Chemical companies must conduct assessments to measure and monitor the risks of their portfolio, especially, hazardous substances. Proactive management of these challenges can enable companies to reap benefits from providing labelled products that contribute to the circular economy and help reduce litigation risks.
Highlighted criteria & dimension weights
Environmental Dimensions
38%
Social Dimension
33%
Governance & Economic
Dimensions
29%
Top 1% S&P Global CSA Scores
Top 10% S&P Global CSA Scores
Sustainability Yearbook Members
Industry Mover
Driving forces
Companies in the electrical components and equipment industry support access to power distribution and cleaner energy generation. They provide innovative solutions for improving efficiency in manufacturing and process industries. Companies that succeed in bringing newly developed products to market quickly will be best positioned to capture and retain market share. Investments in smart power distribution and clean power generation will increase as developed markets update aging energy infrastructure and emerging markets expand their power grids. Diverse private and public projects worldwide also hold the risk of corruption and anti-competitive practices. As components become integrated into wider networks, cybersecurity risks increase. A highly complex value chain makes quality supply chain management essential. Monitoring issues such as human rights and conflict minerals also remain important.
Highlighted criteria & dimension weights
Environmental Dimensions
36%
Social Dimension
30%
Governance & Economic
Dimensions
34%
Top 1% S&P Global CSA Scores
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Top 10% S&P Global CSA Scores
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Industry Mover
Driving forces
The health care equipment and supplies industry develops medical products, such as orthopedic implants and cardiovascular devices, as well as medical supplies and instruments. Product quality and safety as well as collaboration with stakeholders are critical for the successful marketing and distribution of products and maintaining the license to operate. Budget constraints and health care reforms affect pricing, reimbursement, and utilization. The emergence of less invasive technologies and rising income levels create new growth opportunities. Sustainable companies focus on developing highly differentiated products, lowering the skills barrier for care providers, expanding eligible patient reach, and demonstrating clinical and economic benefits. Of high importance also are recognised standards of corporate governance, transparent reporting, as well as advanced human and intellectual capital management.
Highlighted criteria & dimension weights
Environmental Dimensions
15%
Social Dimension
45%
Governance & Economic
Dimensions
40%
Top 1% S&P Global CSA Scores
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Industry Mover
Driving forces
Biotechnology companies provide valuable products for society. The industry faces scrutiny related to pricing and reimbursement of their products as well as access of healthcare in underserved communities and low-income countries. The industry relies heavily on human capital for innovation and the continuous development of novel products. It is characterized by extensive research and development with a high risk of failure, which makes attracting and retaining the most talented researchers and scientists essential. For the same reason, intellectual property management is also critical. Business ethics, supply chain challenges and product quality and safety remain important. Violations have the potential to cause significant reputational and financial damage, the impact of which has grown due to the fast flow of information resulting from social media and tighter regulatory oversight.
Highlighted criteria & dimension weights
Environmental Dimensions
14%
Social Dimension
45%
Governance & Economic
Dimensions
41%
Top 1% S&P Global CSA Scores
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Industry Mover
Driving forces
Banks face a wide range of sustainability risks and opportunities derived from their relationships with companies across sectors. They are significantly exposed to climate risks based on their lending and underwriting activities, with the risk of carrying stranded assets increasing as fossil fuels are phased out. Banks need to effectively manage their risk levels, as failures can have repercussions throughout the economy. While banks do not draw on complex supply chains, they do depend on a skilled workforce which makes the attraction, retention and development of human capital crucial. Relations with consumers are also important. Ethical business practices and protecting consumer data and money from fraud and cybersecurity threats contribute to building trust with consumers and regulators. A growing focus is on the reliable and accurate disclosure of ESG-related information.
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Environmental Dimensions
16%
Social Dimension
33%
Governance & Economic
Dimensions
51%
Top 1% S&P Global CSA Scores
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Industry Mover
Driving forces
The diversified financial services and capital markets industry includes a wide range of business models and sub-industries. Lending and investing activities underpin the continued use of fossil fuel energy generation, resulting in high levels of scope 3 financed emissions. The global transition to renewable energy also presents opportunities. Increasing ESG disclosure regulations reflect the demand for more transparency on ESG products offered. The industry is also facing a digital transformation linked with the handling of more confidential data, and protecting customers’ personal data by minimizing cyber risk is crucial to maintaining customer trust. The industry relies on highly skilled talent to innovate, adapt and succeed. Ongoing regulatory pressure and publicized litigation have sensitized the industry to the threats posed by unethical business behavior. This leads to a re-shaping of corporate culture and employee behavior to better align with public interests.
Highlighted criteria & dimension weights
Environmental Dimensions
16%
Social Dimension
34%
Governance & Economic
Dimensions
50%
Top 1% S&P Global CSA Scores
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Industry Mover
Driving forces
Electric utilities continue to face disruptive change, ranging from the need to decarbonize generation to the decentralization of energy services to digitalization. Price volatility persists because of supply chain disruptions, surging gas and electricity costs, market instability and changing regulations. This underlines the business case to fasten the pace towards clean and local generation, such as wind and solar, but also highlights the importance for utilities to advance flexible power management and smart, integrated energy solutions. Significant efforts are needed to develop and evolve existing grid to address bottlenecks and facilitate expanded electrification, including a growing electric vehicle charging infrastructure. In emerging markets, industrialization and urbanization require large investments to enhance access to clean, reliable and affordable electricity. Globally, extreme weather events challenge utilities strengthen their infrastructure. This includes possible catastrophic events such as wildfires caused by exposed powerlines.
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Environmental Dimensions
43%
Social Dimension
31%
Governance & Economic
Dimensions
26%
Top 1% S&P Global CSA Scores
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Sustainability Yearbook Members
Industry Mover
Driving forces
The computer manufacturing industry is characterized by disruptive innovation. Tablets and smartphones have driven companies to invest in improving flagship devices such as laptops. Cybersecurity has become strategic priority, requiring products and systems that adhere to “security and privacy by design” principles. Effective innovation requires the right people with the right skills mix, supported by high standards of human capital and talent management. Successful implementation of recognised standards, including those of waste management, and the monitoring of supplier compliance in areas such as the use of hazardous materials, rare metals and fair working conditions are particularly relevant. Shorter product lifecycles, the ubiquity of electronic devices as well as growing demand for data processing causes increased energy use by hardware and high equipment disposal volumes. Companies need to consider the entire product lifecycle, circularity and resource efficiency when designing new products.
Highlighted criteria & dimension weights
Environmental Dimensions
35%
Social Dimension
30%
Governance & Economic
Dimensions
35%
Top 1% S&P Global CSA Scores
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Industry Mover
Driving forces
The role of the construction and engineering industry in shaping the cities and infrastructure in which societies can flourish exposes them to a range of risks and opportunities. Strong corporate governance and ethical standards can ensure companies maintain the trust of the stakeholders when undertaking large projects. The built environment is also responsible for a significant percentage of global greenhouse gas emissions. The industry needs to ensure it can manage the transition to climate friendly and resilient economies. It uses significant resources and is responsible for large volumes of waste materials. Sustainable raw materials and waste management will be central issues within the short term. The construction and engineering industry is also labor intensive, within a macro context where labor is often becoming scarcer and more expensive. It will need to advance human capital management, recognizing that high standards of employment practices are key.
Highlighted criteria & dimension weights
Environmental Dimensions
34%
Social Dimension
32%
Governance & Economic
Dimensions
34%
Top 1% S&P Global CSA Scores
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Industry Mover
Driving forces
The retailing industry is dominated by multinational companies with global supply and distribution networks focused on sophisticated inventory management, marketing strategies, and technological innovation. Brand management is a key success factor. It necessitates a focus on seamless omnichannel experiences, personalized customer interactions, and data analytics for a deeper understanding of consumer preferences. Distribution channels, such as e-commerce platforms, home delivery services, and pick-up systems continue to be key value determinants. This creates the need for robust consumer data privacy policies and cybersecurity measures. Increased energy costs require retailers to advance their energy efficiency and use of renewable energy. Sustainability considerations are influencing both consumer choices and retailer strategies, pushing for eco-friendly practices throughout the supply chain. Labor and human rights issues remain of notable concern. Retailers must efficiently establish strong relationships with a diversified supplier base, integrate new technologies and secure enhanced transparency including traceability.
Highlighted criteria & dimension weights
Environmental Dimensions
28%
Social Dimension
36%
Governance & Economic
Dimensions
36%
Top 1% S&P Global CSA Scores
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Sustainability Yearbook Members
Industry Mover
Driving forces
The telecommunications industry operates in a highly competitive, albeit heavily regulated environment, where exposure to antitrust regulation is pronounced. To remain competitive in a market consistently subject to rapid technological change, companies need to adopt efficient and flexible business models. This helps them integrate next-generation technologies, such as 5G and the forthcoming 6G which will use cognitive technologies like AI to enable low-latency, high-speed communication. New business models also need to produce innovative solutions to social and environmental issues. The increased use of smart devices has led consumers to pay more attention to data privacy. Insufficient database and network protection, applying internationally recognised standards, could further expose companies to reputational and legal risks. Cybersecurity and physical threats to network infrastructure, including extreme weather events, can have significant economic impacts. Investing in data security and upgrading network infrastructure is critical.
Highlighted criteria & dimension weights
Environmental Dimensions
23%
Social Dimension
41%
Governance & Economic
Dimensions
36%
Top 1% S&P Global CSA Scores
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Sustainability Yearbook Members
Industry Mover
Driving forces
The transportation industry consists of several sub-industries, each with specific sustainability issues. Geopolitical tensions have taken a toll on global supply chain strategies and logistics. Adapting the transportation and logistics systems that uphold global supply chains will continue to be a key challenge. Factors such as fuel efficiency, intermodality and operational eco-efficiency will remain key. A high-quality, reliable service requires companies to develop and maintain an engaged workforce through effective development programs, ensuring staff shortages are dealt with swiftly. Passenger and employee safety remain top priorities despite growing financial pressure on companies and their fleets. Lower-carbon transportation options provide an opportunity to acquire new customers and retain existing ones as more companies commit to reducing their carbon footprint.
Highlighted criteria & dimension weights
Environmental Dimensions
29%
Social Dimension
43%
Governance & Economic
Dimensions
28%
Top 1% S&P Global CSA Scores
Top 10% S&P Global CSA Scores
Sustainability Yearbook Members
Industry Mover
Driving forces
Life sciences tools and services companies focus on developing technologies, instruments and diagnostic tests that enable scientific and medical progress through research, the development of new medical products, as well as testing and analysis. As a knowledge-intensive industry, it depends on a highly skilled workforce to drive innovation, making human capital and talent management an important success factor. Controversies related to business ethics present potentially significant reputational, regulatory, and financial risk. Supply chain management strategies that consider environmental and social factors help companies minimize the operational, reputational and other risks associated with their supply chains. Diversity in governance and the workforce serves to advance more effective decision-making, innovation and research that optimises positive impact for society.
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18%
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41%
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41%
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Demographic changes, urbanisation, socio-political developments and pandemics cause disruption to the entire value chain of the food products industry. Sustainable ingredients, along with convenience and nutrition, remain key considerations. Food product producers must review existing supply chain strategies and address inefficiencies such as food loss and waste. The industry is expected to focus on the risks and impacts of climate change by implementing appropriate transition strategies. Companies are also facing the reputational risks of failing to effectively monitor their supply chains and being associated with anti-competitive practices. There are high expectations for companies to uphold commitments to eliminate the negative impacts of their agricultural commodity supply chains. This requires, among others, preventing the destruction of natural habitats, promoting biodiversity in existing food systems, as well as respecting human rights and labour standards.
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38%
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33%
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29%
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The insurance industry is directly exposed to losses from climate change events. Leading insurers are increasingly considering long-term sustainability trends in the development of new sustainable insurance solutions, as well as in their risk assessments and claims-management processes. This includes climate change risk and cybersecurity risk. As the industry embraces digitalization, it faces significant threats and opportunities. Digitalization provides consumers with increased transparency and choice, while simultaneously providing insurers with new direct-to-consumer channels for delivering products and services. Insurers in for example life insurance explore new ways to offer innovative products customized to the needs of customers and incentivize healthier lifestyles through lower premiums, as well as to close the protection gaps in global markets. Deaths caused by global pandemics lead to an increase in claims and costs.
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18%
Social Dimension
33%
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49%
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The mining industry faces regulatory and stakeholder pressure related to environmental and social issues inherent to their industry. Key environmental issues relate to energy, water, land and waste management. These may expand beyond the confines of the mine, resulting in social conflicts that can jeopardize operating licenses and lead to high compensation or remediation costs, operational stoppages, or opposition against new projects. Expected water scarcity and higher water use add to the conflict potential in certain regions. Proactive stakeholder engagement and grievance mechanisms are prerequisites for maintaining production. These challenges are accentuated by an increasing demand for resources amidst more complicated resource extraction, declining ore grades and the growing volume of waste rock and process tailings. The energy transition presents opportunities for “green” metals such as copper, lithium and cobalt. It also fosters innovation towards higher process and resource efficiency.
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35%
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33%
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32%
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The food and staples retailing industry continues to be influenced by information technology (IT) advances that reshape business models and value chains. IT infrastructure remains critical to increase efficiency in operations and to improve communication with customers. Management of supply chain disruptions and capitalization on the growth in online grocery shopping are key points of differentiation. Another major industry driver is the rising consumer interest in sustainable and healthy food choices. Food and staples retailers need to enhance transparency and traceability in supply chains, integrate ESG considerations in procurement policies, increase the share of locally and responsibly sourced food staples, and reduce food loss and waste. The expiration of pharmaceutical patents will continue to generate revenue and growth, as drug retailers offer consumers generic alternatives to brand name drugs.
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35%
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35%
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30%
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Product innovation is an important determinant of the competitiveness of industrial equipment manufacturers. It helps customers improve their manufacturing productivity based on the equipment and value-added services. While improved resource efficiency, particularly with respect to energy, water and waste, is already a well-established goal both in their operations and product design, manufacturers are also shifting from being “equipment suppliers” to “solution providers”. This includes automation and networked solutions, delivering integrated systems and supplementing hardware with software to optimize the use of assets (e.g., performance monitoring and predictive solutions to mitigate downtime). Innovation opens opportunities for companies to evolve into high-tech players. New challenges include attracting the right talent. Managing employees’ physical safety and health in manufacturing also remains a key concern for the industry.
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35%
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30%
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35%
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The hotels, resorts and cruise lines industry has been exposed to unprecedented geopolitical disruptions, rising energy prices and the COVID-19 pandemic. Going forward, sustainability will be even more central to enhance product offerings, mitigate climate transition and physical risks and attract talent. Environmental care and an increased interest in eco-tourism and volunteer tourism have created new business opportunities. Business models increasingly develop towards building brands and asset-light structures (e.g. franchises). Yet as scrutiny around scope 3 emissions intensifies, hotels, resorts and cruise operators are placing greater emphasis on reducing their environmental impact. The challenge of waste management and increasing cost of resources drives the urgency to advance efficiency and circularity. Human capital issues linked to working conditions and local employment remain equally important.
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29%
Social Dimension
39%
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32%
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The IT services industry offers services and infrastructure for the IT industry, including data centers, cloud storage solutions and hosting services. It also delivers specialized IT functions such as consulting and outsourced services. IT services business models are evolving due to the growth of cloud computing, which is leading to easier procurement of IT services and sourcing from lower cost locations world-wide. New challengers are ever-present. Climate risks and opportunities are significant, including reliance in energy-intensive data centres. The industry is characterized by strong emphasis on innovation and high dependence on human and intellectual capital. Talent is a prominent driver of costs, with investment in skills and employee support particularly important. Key factors are also rapid technological advances, security vulnerabilities, healthy client relations and an evolving regulatory landscape. This includes compliance with regulations such as the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
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27%
Social Dimension
37%
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36%
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The health care providers and services industry include managed care, insurers, distributors, hospitals, and clinics. The high prevalence of chronic diseases, aging populations, and increasing costs of health care are key factors affecting this industry. Rising health care costs and the growing divide in access to health care are major societal challenges. Leading companies work towards cost-effective, responsive, and sustainable health care systems by engaging with stakeholders such as governments, payers, employers, providers and patients. The industry continues its focus on patient-centric care by addressing the use of labor-saving and emerging technologies, human capital management, improving cost effective prevention and early intervention to improve health outcomes. These serve to increase the quality and affordability of healthcare services. New approaches reflect the importance of customer-oriented services, integrative care, and strategic alliances across traditional business boundaries.
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15%
Social Dimension
43%
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42%
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The application of advanced semiconductors has progressed beyond traditional computing products to include the internet of things, artificial intelligence, automotive applications, 5G and high-performance computing. Demand for chips in diverse devices and trade disruptions challenge the industry to deal with growing semiconductor shortage. Cybersecurity is a strategic priority, since security should be included by design during chip R&D. The rate at which the number of transistors on a chip doubles is slowing, as integrated circuits become smaller. The semiconductor industry must therefore investigate new architectures, materials and packaging to go beyond current scaling and performance constraints, while also addressing the demand for more energy efficient products. The industry needs to increase R&D investment while attracting a skilled workforce. Environmental challenges include the use of energy and ultrapure water, pollution prevention, and waste management. Importantly, the industry includes providers of materials and equipment used in the solar power industry (e.g., solar photovoltaic modules).
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40%
Social Dimension
24%
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36%
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While traditional usual customer expectations are linked to reliability, affordability, safety and comfort, customers today are increasingly gravitating toward eco-friendly transport modes. This presents a challenge for airlines given the high greenhouse gas emissions associated with air travel. Enhancing operational eco-efficiency, therefore, remains a priority, as it also helps drive resource efficiency and reduces the risk of being impacted by future environmental regulations. Alternative fuels, as a way to lower emissions will also gain importance. On the social agenda, passenger safety remains a critical issue and presents reputational risks. The importance of labor practices will persist given a highly unionized workforce and the risk of strikes, which can result in operational disruptions and customer loss while impacting revenue generation.
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35%
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37%
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28%
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Industrial conglomerates are highly dispersed and diversified businesses working across global value chains. They rely on strong management and governance structures to achieve company synergies and economies of scale. Lean management processes is an important aspect of their business strategies. Resource efficient manufacturing is key to reduce their operational costs, while the development of new technologies and product stewardship innovation can drive their market share and increase growth. Supply chain standards and supplier sustainability risk assessments are particularly relevant to address factors such as labor practices. Maintaining fair business practices and having strong business ethics throughout operations is critical, as conglomerates operate in diverse economies. They require shared corporate values that recognize the diversity of multicultural backgrounds, while also advancing policies and compliance systems to maintain recognised standards.
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34%
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32%
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Professional services companies provide a range of business support services in the areas of staffing, consumer credit ratings, research and analytics, as well as the testing, inspection, and certification of manufacturing and other business processes. Providing specialized services, the companies involved are knowledge intensive. Their success depends on the quality of their workforce. Human capital development and talent management are therefore particularly important. A reputation for integrity is critical in retaining customers and winning new business. Companies must ensure that employees comply with their codes of conduct and that services are delivered according to high ethical standards. Professional services companies are entrusted with customer data, making data protection and cybersecurity top priorities. Safeguarding these require the application of recognised standards and controls, among others to mitigate operational, reputational and compliance risks.
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14%
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45%
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41%
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Change in the global beverage value chain having long-term implications for sourcing strategies and distribution networks. The focus on health and nutrition continues to drive changes both in the market and in companies’ strategies. Demand for carbonated soft drinks has been in decline, particularly in developed markets, with preferences shifting towards more natural ingredients, healthier alternatives and lower-calorie substitutes. Producers of alcoholic beverages have long faced specific legal requirements in developed markets, but they must also maintain effective and responsible marketing strategies in emerging markets with less regulation. Packaging represents a significant sustainability challenge, with companies expected to develop alternative packaging solutions and improve reusability, collection and recycling rates. Water stewardship is an ongoing concern for producers and local governments.
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35%
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35%
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The household durables industry includes manufacturing and distribution business models focused on home electronics, home furnishings and household appliances. It is characterized by continuously evolving consumer preferences for customized products and advances in technology, plus increasing demand for eco-friendly products and smart homes. Its supply chains have also become more exposed to transparency and sustainability-linked risks. As manufacturing can involve energy-intensive processes, there is also the need for reducing emissions and mitigating climate transition risks. Successful companies in this industry stand out through brand management, customer service and the development of sustainable products to match consumer demand. Leading companies proactively focus on product design, transparent labelling, the removal of hazardous substances, and end-of-life solutions for customers. The increased connectivity of household appliances brings new risks associated with privacy and information security.
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29%
Social Dimension
35%
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36%
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Real estate management companies operate in a diverse spectrum of real estate activities including the development and sales of properties, operating properties for leasing and management, and real estate services. Developing and managing properties can provide social and environmental benefits, but also consume a significant volume of natural resources. Energy use and GHG emissions attract increasing regulatory pressure from local governments. Sustainable real estate developers use low carbon materials to reduce the embodied carbon of buildings, improve energy efficiency in existing buildings, develop new buildings with recognised standards, establish on-site renewable energy systems and consider biodiversity aspects of local ecosystems. In the macroeconomic context, supply chain management plays a key role given potential trade disruptions. As real estate assets are highly leveraged, sound corporate governance, controls and ethics are also essential for prudent capital management.
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37%
Social Dimension
33%
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30%
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Textile, apparel and luxury goods companies rely on strong recognition of their brands, effective supply chain management and marketing and sales strategies. Fast fashion and the expansion of online shopping facilitates ongoing customer engagement. Faced with scrutiny of labor and human rights practices in the supply chain, companies are under pressure to boost transparency throughout all tiers of their operations. Sustainability leaders pursue new solutions to accelerate the transition to circularity, from product design and raw material sourcing to reusing and recycling, keeping materials and products in circulation for longer at their highest value. Alternatives to plastic packaging will create opportunities for brands to differentiate themselves. Engagement and collaboration with suppliers and subcontractors on sustainability issues, including reporting of progress, will support the protection of reputation, brand and longterm value.
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35%
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35%
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30%
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Trading companies and distributors operate in the wholesale and distribution of a wide range of goods and services. Due to their diverse and complex business lines, these companies rely heavily on good corporate governance and management systems to operate successfully. The industry is knowledge-intensive, resulting in employment practices, human capital development and talent management being key to business success. Operating across a diverse range of business areas and geographies, the industry can face considerable environmental and social risks through the products they sell or their supply chain logistics. Clear policies and risk management processes remain essential in tackling systemic shocks to supply chains due to geopolitical events or crises related to for example public health or natural disasters. Sustainability impact assessments and stakeholder engagement are key to mitigate operational and reputational risks.
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21%
Social Dimension
43%
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36%
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The construction materials industry includes companies that produce cement, aggregates, concrete and related materials. As a significant contributor to global greenhouse gas emissions, management of environmental impact is a top priority for the industry. Technology innovation includes alternative source materials and greater use of waste as alternative to fossil fuels. The global energy crisis, looming outages and increased electricity prices present challenges and risks to the production of construction materials. For companies with extraction sites, protecting biodiversity and effective water management are key to maintaining their license to operate. Stakeholder engagement has become increasingly important as the industry is often pervasive within the communities where it operates. Companies that can deliver products that meet green building specifications and transform their business models to offer sustainable construction solutions will hold a competitive advantage.
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37%
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33%
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30%
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Pharmaceutical companies are key in providing innovative and accessible solutions to health problems globally. Key challenges are new supply chain risks and scrutiny related to pricing and reimbursement of products as governments seek to increase citizens' access to healthcare. Companies depend heavily on human capital for innovation, continuous development of novel products and improving access to healthcare in underserved communities and low income countries. The industry is characterized by extensive capital invested in research and development with a high risk of failure in product innovation, which is motivating companies to include the patient experience in early phases of research. Innovation process optimization, human capital support and talent management are critical. Controversies related to business ethics, competitive practices and product quality and safety have the potential to cause significant reputational and financial damage.
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17%
Social Dimension
42%
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41%
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Technological innovation related to 5G, the internet of things, artificial intelligence and energy efficiency are central in the electronic equipment, instruments and components industry. Electronic components have complex global supply chains, including matters such as unfair labor practices, conflict minerals and harmful chemicals. This requires the operation of transparent and sustainable supply chains. Superior product stewardship includes measures such as energy efficiency and use management, as well as security features such as automatic software or firmware upgrades to safeguard devices against cyberattacks. Products must be designed with an end-of-life strategy, considering reduce, repair, reuse, downcycle and recycle. The use of robotics and automation have the potential to improve the efficiency of production processes. Given the industry’s market structure, compliance with antitrust regulation is important.
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36%
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32%
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32%
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The interactive media, services and home entertainment (IMS) industry includes companies producing user-generated digital content and generating revenues via advertising on social media, search engines and review portals. The Covid experience raised new expectations for home entertainment. Risks relate to harm caused by content shared online, considering the unique position of platforms in sharing views on diverse topics. Moderation of harmful or inaccurate content becomes central. User audiences are simultaneously consumers, producers and content creators. Related issues include personal data storage and privacy. Innovation around customer experience demands a workforce with technical and creative skillsets, especially in the field of gaming. Visual media is increasingly mobile based, often based on freemium business models that combine entertainment, social media and e-commerce. New regulations on consumer and data protection, content, network security, encryption, antitrust and taxation continue to challenge the industry.
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24%
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40%
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36%
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The ability of energy equipment and services companies to attract new business is closely tied to their adherence to health and safety, environmental and business conduct standards. Direct impacts from operations can be severe, especially from leaks or spills. The need for companies to maintain their standing as safe, reliable partners is challenged when they operate in technically difficult areas and/or areas where local jurisdictions provide weak legal and regulatory enforcement. Advancements in digitalization, automation, and drilling technologies are central for enhancing operational efficiency and safety. Solutions to address customers’ technological and cost challenges while supporting the transition to a low-carbon economy are a potential source of competitive advantage. The industry also needs to attract and retain skilled staff and maintain expertise in technology research and development. Maintaining recognised standards helps to attract talent. Engaging with stakeholders and upholding social responsibility is key for accessing new territories.
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35%
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32%
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33%
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The containers and packaging industry produces metal, glass and plastics containers, as well as paper and plastics packaging products. Increased consumer awareness of packaging waste in oceans and landfills, as well as regulatory pressure, are trends driving change in the industry. Companies need to address plastic waste, and circular economy goals present new challenges. Finding sustainable packaging alternatives drives product development and innovation. At the same time, markets in which these companies operate remain highly competitive, with substantial downward pressure on both prices and operating margins. Companies need to innovate and deliver customized solutions, working collaboratively across the value chain. Companies also face risks associated with climate change and need to navigate the topic in parallel with product end-of-life issues. Moreover, companies must ensure that their operations are safe for employees and contractors.
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34%
Social Dimension
35%
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31%
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Refiners are navigating a transition away from fossil fuels, a process with timelines that vary globally due to regional policy and market differences. As companies explore alternative fuels, refinery operations require acquisitions and diversifying feedstocks. Alternative energy sources and technologies present their own challenges, including scalability and integration with existing infrastructure. Market factors such as price volatility and demand fluctuations persist. Quality operations management, reducing emissions and preventing accidents, are key for maintaining the social license to operate. It also requires healthy community relations, ethical conduct, and transparent stakeholder engagement. Digital transformation and data analytics are paramount for streamlining operations and bolstering safety. In regions facing water scarcity, relevant water management strategies are essential. The diligent oversight of sustainability standards throughout the supply chain, including the health and safety of personnel, are essential to mitigate operational, reputational and compliance risks.
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39%
Social Dimension
26%
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35%
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The steel industry is highly energy intensive and one of the largest contributors to global greenhouse gas emissions. Global energy crisis, predicted outages and rising electricity prices present increasing risks to the operational stability of steel producers. The recyclable properties of steel provide opportunities for lowering production costs by reducing raw material inputs, energy use and GHG emissions. Some grades of high-strength steel, such as lightweight steel, also offer opportunities for reducing energy consumption. Best practice occupational health and safety standards remains a key indicator of operational excellence. Community concerns may arise due to the presence of large production facilities or iron ore mines that create excessive noise and air pollution, in addition to potential negative impacts on land, biodiversity and property rights. With the increased demand for steel globally, balanced strategies and a science-based path to net zero will be critical.
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36%
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33%
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31%
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Growth in the homebuilding industry is driven by factors such as interest rates and general economic conditions, as well as specific regional and local housing markets. Environmental conservation and resource efficiency are key industry drivers at the building stage and use stage of the product lifecycle, driven by customer demand, legal requirements, and supply disruptions. Developers must consider zoning and other rules that affect construction on coastlines and other land tracts with higher exposure to climate change. Companies that respond to new technological developments such as smart energy buildings are likely to remain at the forefront. Companies that are flexible in adapting to regulations regarding social integration (e.g. developments designed for lower-income groups) can gain a competitive advantage. With labor practices and occupational health and safety risks high in this industry, there is a sustained need for credible management practices.
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36%
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31%
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Personal product companies operate in a highly competitive, multi-brand environment. Rigorous product stewardship addresses recurring concerns over product safety and a growing demand for advanced products while pushing companies to develop improved and reformulated versions of traditional products. Along with a changing regulatory environment governing the use of ingredients and chemicals, these pressures drive innovation. Using natural and sustainably sourced ingredients and reducing or avoiding plastic packaging are of increasing importance. These factors and the increased necessity of addressing inefficiencies are driving existing supply chain strategies as well as restrictions on emissions, energy consumption, and water use which have a strong impact on production and operating costs. The industry also needs to respond to the implications of climate change both upstream and downstream.
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32%
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36%
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32%
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Commercial service suppliers include companies providing products and services that are not part of the core business activities of their enterprise customers. Given the wide scope of the industry, it encompasses both labor and knowledge intensive work and relies heavily on human capital. Fair labor practices combined with employee development programs, talent management, and adequate incentive schemes are important for creating successful, safe and healthy working environments. Customer relations plays a crucial role, as long-lasting relationships are beneficial to both customers and providers. Corporate governance & ethics and management quality help industry leaders maintain diversified business models to leverage internal synergies and employ cutting-edge technologies. As B2B service partners, commercial service suppliers are ideally placed to spearhead sustainability innovations and promote them among their customer bases.
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27%
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35%
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With the increasing pressure to reduce GHG emissions from vehicles, auto parts suppliers play a critical role in innovating low-carbon solutions. The circular economy approach is vital since raw materials make up a significant portion of the cost of goods sold. There is a growing need for recycling and product lifecycle assessments to select the most appropriate, sustainable raw materials. With supply chain and energy disruptions, the industry has become exposed to a wider set of operational risks. With the growing use of conflict minerals and rare earth elements in alternative drivetrains, manufacturers are also under pressure to identify responsible suppliers and increase transparency. Passenger safety is critical since auto parts suppliers must detect any potential safety hazards. Autonomous driving technologies supplied by auto component manufacturers represent an emerging business opportunity but also new challenges for quality standards.
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30%
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32%
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Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) are investment vehicles engaged in the acquisition, development, ownerships, leasing, management and operation of income-generating properties across various sectors, including residential, commercial, and industrial properties. REITs can advance social and environmental benefits but are also responsible negative impacts such as releasing pollutants, which attract regulatory pressure from local governments. Sustainable real estate managers are responsible for implementing energy efficiency and wellbeing measures in their portfolios, energy retrofitting of existing buildings to zero-carbon status and engaging with tenants on their energy use. Leading companies implement credible green building certification through their properties. REITs can have complex structures, especially when the REIT is externally managed. Good corporate governance and ethics is necessary to ensure accountability and avoid any potential conflicts of interest.
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33%
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30%
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The aerospace and defense industry is heavily reliant on product innovation to develop safer and more efficient modes of transportation, space exploration technologies as well as military and defense systems. Eco-efficiency is an important focus of R&D initiatives due to increasing demand for fuel-efficient and quieter aircrafts, with a special focus on hydrogen and sustainable aviation fuels. Original equipment manufacturers are facing continuous cost pressures from both competitors and customers. The confluence of these factors has pushed manufacturers toward outsourcing practices, potentially increasing risks to product quality and safety. Aerospace and defense companies have also come under increased scrutiny for developing certain weaponry, impact on civilians and arms recipients. Corruption, bribery and anti-competitive practices also remain primary areas of concern.
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31%
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More upstream and integrated oil and gas companies are pursuing corporate strategies to transition to low-carbon economies while also addressing the mounting severity of physical climate risks. They face risks and opportunities associated with price fluctuations alongside volatile geopolitical developments and a complex web of stakeholder relationships. New fossil fuel regulations add another layer of complexity, while market pressure includes investors linking climate strategy to corporate governance and ethics. Innovation for new product offers including alternative fuels are likely to play a key role in enhanced operational adaptability. Nascent technologies also present their own set of challenges, including scalability, cost, and integration with existing infrastructure. Embracing growth drivers in sustainable products and services, including renewable energies and green hydrogen, will be critical for the long-term viability of the industry. Downstream operations will require efficient cost management including automation, while ensuring robust environmental, health and safety standards.
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26%
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The restaurant and leisure sector continues to be scrutinized over accountability and transparency in its supply chain, including issues of food safety, raw materials, local sourcing and accurate labeling. Sourcing and location concerns include implications associated with habitat loss and deforestation. Demands for fair wages and working conditions require good labour practices, including appropriate health and safety standards. Human capital development and employee support is also key for talent attraction and retention, prominent issues in the industry. Health-conscious consumers are pushing for greater innovation in products, and environmental concerns are resulting in demand for replacing single use plastics and packaging with reusable systems. The challenges of climate transition and physical risks will require companies to effectively implement sustainability programs to address resource consumption and waste management, including food loss.
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26%
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32%
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The oil and gas storage and transportation industry supplies crude oil and natural gas to growing urbanized centers. Price volatility and pressure on supply diversification remain key factors. New gas pipeline infrastructure requires careful planning to enable future opportunities to include the transport of renewable fuels, hydrogen, biogas, and ammonia. Maintaining the integrity of pipeline and storage systems remains vital to minimizing environmental impacts, comply with regulations, ensure security and support community relations. Failure can be costly, endangering operating permits and licenses to launch new projects. Planning and developing new infrastructure requires adequate stakeholder engagement during land acquisition and any resettlement. Industry leaders manage the dual demands of maximizing capacity use and minimizing negative impacts through effective environmental policies and management, supported by modern risk and crisis management frameworks.
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34%
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35%
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31%
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Responding to the demands of an interconnected world, the communications equipment industry creates infrastructure to meet growing data volume demands and improve network coverage, while lowering the costs of network operation. With wireless and mobile data traffic increasing twice as fast as fixed internet, the deployment of 4G/5G networks will accelerate digital transformation across many industries, leading to new applications using the internet of things, automation, big data and artificial intelligence. Products must be designed for low energy consumption and using responsibly sourced minerals. Systems are shifting from predominantly hardware-only to software-defined networking and cloud-enabled solutions. With the transmission of sensitive data via networks, information security concerns are paramount. Communications equipment manufacturers are therefore tasked with preventing cyberattacks by applying internationally recognised standards to security across their offerings.
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The diversified consumer services industry comprises service providers with a range of business models, from education to leisure services to personal care. Companies have direct relationships with customers and must develop strategies to retain and increase their customer base. The industry is experiencing trends related to changing consumer preferences for services, with an increasing demand for personalized and experiential offerings. Technological innovations are transforming the industry at a rapid pace. Companies can differentiate themselves by effectively integrating online tools and platforms that enhance the overall customer experience. Data security has also become a key risk. Strong risk management systems, particularly related to electronic billing, personal data and real-time services are critical to effectively managing risk. Within service companies, strong employee development and support programs are fundamental to building sustainable businesses, retain talent and advance customer satisfaction.
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The aluminum industry has an important role to play in the path to a circular economy. Aluminum can contribute to energy savings because it is lightweight, flexible and easy to recycle, thus reducing net waste disposal. Conversely, manufacturing aluminum products continues to have a significant environmental footprint due to the energy-intensive nature of the process. The demand for aluminium is expected to grow significantly by 2050 and addressing the industry’s carbon footprint is key to climate action. Higher power prices are also posing further challenges to aluminum production. Opportunities lie in improving energy efficiency and cutting the significant energy costs involved in production. The responsible management of air pollutants, waste and wastewater discharge is also important for maintaining the license to operate.
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35%
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33%
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Human capital and talent management are critical factors for the software industry, one in which rapid technological innovation is persistent. Managing, training and developing employees is key to sustaining profitability and growth. Customer loyalty and retention are also key drivers of value creation. Companies must comply with increased regulation concerning the privacy and security of a growing amount of stored and processed confidential data. Increasing pressure around the sustainability of technological infrastructure and services brings new risks and opportunities. Reducing a software firm’s emissions footprint is important, as data centers require a constant supply of energy to avoid disruption. The industry is competitive, with dominant players in key segments. Software can be procured and integrated from lower-cost locations globally, causing the launch of challengers with the ability to compete directly with established players.
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25%
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38%
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The media industry continues its digital transformation. Leading publishing companies have embraced this trend and increased their revenue from online markets. The use of innovative technologies, tailored content and channel management are important in creating new business opportunities. To produce unique, valuable content or services, companies invest in retaining a talented and digitally skilled workforce. Digitalization has also been accompanied by greater potential for online crime and cyberattacks. Implementing a strategy that mitigates such risks is essential to protecting customer information and company data. Increasing connectivity in developing economies is also set to be a growth driver over coming years. Given the influence of media companies in shaping public opinion, accountability and adherence to ethical standards in advertising is important. Content generated by artificial intelligence also presents the industry with new intellectual property challenges.
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17%
Social Dimension
49%
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34%
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The responsible management of plantations and sustainable sourcing of wood fibers continue to be a priority for companies in the paper and forest products industry. New regulations and global consumer concerns present growth opportunities for the industry in the form of demand for paper-based materials to substitute plastic packaging. Innovations such as biomass to bioplastics or enzyme-based processes continue to present market opportunities and new sources of revenue. Demand for certified sustainable paper and forest products is increasing and will become the norm. The management of climate and water-related risks is also crucial to having productive plantations and reliable production, as droughts have impacted supply. Engaging with local stakeholders remains essential in maintaining access to land and the social license to operate.
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36%
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32%
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32%
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Transformation in the gas industry is driven by the transition to a low-carbon economy. Policy developments have led to appreciation of natural gas as reliable and affordable lower carbon-intensive substitute for other fossil fuels. Global demand for liquified natural gas is expected to surge 50% by 2040. To navigate changing market dynamics and regulations, gas utilities need to explore new business opportunities, ranging from enabling the use of hydrogen or ammonia in end-consuming sectors to alternative business models based on for example biogas, wind and solar, or power-to-gas technologies. This will require substantial new infrastructure investments. High-profile gas accidents have also raised public awareness of aging gas infrastructure and leakage risks. Building stakeholder trust and increasing the safety, reliability, and energy-efficiency of operations are key requirements. New gas projects must also remain cognizant of the community impact of their pipelines.
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35%
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35%
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30%
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Casinos and the gaming industry operate under intense public and regulatory scrutiny. Companies must address concerns such as money laundering through robust compliance systems and sound governance. Social issues, such as gambling addiction and its societal repercussions, are managed inconsistently and often limited to regional legislation or voluntary standards. The rapid growth of online gaming poses significant opportunities for operators, but also highlights the need for effective monitoring alongside efforts to go beyond legal requirements. Companies in this industry are also challenged by the attraction and retention of employees, an issue that has become more complex post-Covid. In the environmental domain, companies are increasing their efforts to respond to climate transition and physical risks. Many operate venues with high resource consumption and in locations that potentially face significant climatic change.
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21%
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40%
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Producers of household products, such as cleaning and related paper-based products, operate in highly competitive markets where large buyers have the most bargaining power and consumers have low switching costs. It is essential for industry participants to focus on product stewardship and meet consumer requirements regarding performance, quality and functionality. The consideration of environmental and social criteria in product design is critical. Manufacturers of household products that phase out substances of concern, choose natural or organic ingredients and develop responsible packaging solutions are better positioned to capitalize on the increasing demand for green products. By improving also the social standards of products, industry participants can accelerate top-line growth, respond effectively to regulatory changes, improve margins and enhance brand value.
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The construction and operation of buildings contributes approximately 40% of global greenhouse gas emissions. Buildings are changing from passive consumers of energy to implementing a range of solutions to increase efficiency and generate cleaner energy. This evolution is being driven by falling costs of equipment, raising stakeholder awareness and the increasing popularity of environmental standards. The building products industry is central in this transformation. Companies that implement effective climate strategies will be advantageously positioned to benefit. There is also broader demand for more sustainable products and services, through more efficient manufacturing techniques and increased product stewardship. It includes responsibly sourcing raw materials, reducing the use of hazardous substances, and emphasis on end-of-life management. The industry is also exposed to the limited availability of skilled labor. Human capital management becomes a significant concern, including good labor and occupational health and safety standards.
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The leisure equipment and consumer electronics industry faces key challenges related to product quality, time to market and brand management. Many companies in the industry must manage the cyclical nature of new product releases and have a robust supply chain equipped to match demand. Supply chain risks related to transparency and sustainability require proactive management and application of recognised standards. Labor intensive manufacturing demands close monitoring of working conditions along global supply chains. Energy-intensive processes require the reduction of emissions and mitigation of climate transition risks. Firms have to manage environmental challenges throughout the product lifecycle. These include product modularity, the use of toxic substances, and recycling through effective take-back programs for the proper disposal of used products. The increased connectivity of consumer electronics also increases the risks of data breaches and information security.
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Amidst stricter emission regulations and incentive programs tailored for electric vehicles, automobile companies are on the cusp of opportunity in both the passenger and commercial vehicle segments. Those diversifying their portfolios for alternative drivetrains will be well positioned to address growing consumer demand and emissions compliance requirements. Innovation requires movement away from simple engine enhancements or hybrid vehicles to fully electric drivetrains. This will lead to changes in the supply chain, so automobile manufacturers must carefully assess new risks and take advantage of new opportunities across the entire value chain. With recent supply chain and energy disruptions, the industry has become exposed to a wider set of operational risks. Robust corporate governance and ethics systems and controls are also critical to ensure compliance with regulations and mitigate reputational and legal risks.
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