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KCI, a subsidiary of Samyang Group, won 'Platinum Medal' in EcoVadis ESG Rating, Ranked in the Top 1% worldwide

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Monday, March 4, 2024

EcoVadis Sustainability Rating is the world's largest ESG ratings platform used by more than 120,000 companies in 180 countries around the world.

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  • EcoVadis Sustainability Rating is the world's largest ESG ratings platform used by more than 120,000 companies in 180 countries around the world.
  • KCI is a raw material supplier for many global cosmetics companies including L'Oréal, P&G, and Unilever.
  • In addition, KCI has participated in sustainability initiatives such as UNGC (UN Global Compact) and RC (Responsible Care).
  • KCI is one of the world's top three suppliers in the field of hair conditioning, holding leading products worldwide.

The Only Invited Chinese Enterprise On the Stage! NaaS Technology Shares Green Practice and Proposal at UNEA-6

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Friday, March 1, 2024

As the only Chinese enterprise invited and presented at the UN Science-Policy-Business Forum (UNSPBF), NaaS Technology (NASDAQ: NAAS) shared its green promises and digitalized practices on the scene, providing new proposal in China on global transport energy transformation and environmental governance.

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  • As the only Chinese enterprise invited and presented at the UN Science-Policy-Business Forum (UNSPBF), NaaS Technology (NASDAQ: NAAS) shared its green promises and digitalized practices on the scene, providing new proposal in China on global transport energy transformation and environmental governance.
  • The United Nations Environment Assembly is the world's highest-level decision-making body for matters related to the environment.
  • Zhai added, the practice of sustainable development applied both at home and abroad by NaaS has been acknowledged in the international community.
  • By sharing experience at the forum, NaaS expects to explore more energy solutions and co-create a zero-carbon future through open cooperation.

Calumet Recognized by EcoVadis for Commitment to Sustainability

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

INDIANAPOLIS, Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Calumet Specialty Products Partners, L.P. (NASDAQ: CLMT) has been recognized by EcoVadis for its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) commitment.

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  • INDIANAPOLIS, Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Calumet Specialty Products Partners, L.P. (NASDAQ: CLMT) has been recognized by EcoVadis for its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) commitment.
  • The company received the Committed to Sustainability Badge, while its facilities in Louisiana, Pennsylvania and Texas received EcoVadis silver medal awards.
  • The award showcases Calumet's commitment to improved quality and sustainability , business ethics, respect for environment, human rights and purchasing practices.
  • "Calumet is committed to improving the world through practical advances in sustainability," said Scott Obermeier, EVP Specialties.

Canon recognized with highest A score for its climate change activities from CDP

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

The CDP evaluates major companies and local governments worldwide on their efforts to tackle environmental issues.

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  • The CDP evaluates major companies and local governments worldwide on their efforts to tackle environmental issues.
  • Evaluations are based on information disclosed in response to questions sent to the companies regarding such topics as climate change and water resource management.
  • This is Canon's third time earning a spot on the A List in the climate change category, having been included in the A List previously in 2016 and 2020.
  • Canon will continue working to make various technological advancements and improve managerial efficiency to help to reduce CO2 throughout society.

Envision Energy Awarded 2024 EcoVadis Gold Rating for Sustainability Excellence

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024

SHANGHAI, Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Envision Energy, a global leader in green technology, has recently been awarded the prestigious EcoVadis Gold Rating for its outstanding sustainability practices. Envision Energy ranked in the top 4% globally, surpassing 96% of all rated companies, and led the renewable energy sector in China.

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  • Envision Energy has been honored with the prestigious EcoVadis Gold Medal for its excellent sustainability performance, achieving the highest score among renewable energy companies in China.
  • SHANGHAI, Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Envision Energy, a global leader in green technology, has recently been awarded the prestigious EcoVadis Gold Rating for its outstanding sustainability practices.
  • Envision Energy ranked in the top 4% globally, surpassing 96% of all rated companies, and led the renewable energy sector in China.
  • It evaluates over 125,000 companies across 200+ industries and 180+ countries, with only those scoring in the top 5% are awarded a gold rating.

Envision Energy Awarded 2024 EcoVadis Gold Rating for Sustainability Excellence

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024

SHANGHAI, Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Envision Energy, a global leader in green technology, has recently been awarded the prestigious EcoVadis Gold Rating for its outstanding sustainability practices. Envision Energy ranked in the top 4% globally, surpassing 96% of all rated companies, and led the renewable energy sector in China.

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  • Envision Energy has been honored with the prestigious EcoVadis Gold Medal for its excellent sustainability performance, achieving the highest score among renewable energy companies in China.
  • SHANGHAI, Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Envision Energy, a global leader in green technology, has recently been awarded the prestigious EcoVadis Gold Rating for its outstanding sustainability practices.
  • Envision Energy ranked in the top 4% globally, surpassing 96% of all rated companies, and led the renewable energy sector in China.
  • It evaluates over 125,000 companies across 200+ industries and 180+ countries, with only those scoring in the top 5% are awarded a gold rating.

Ecovyst Achieves EcoVadis Platinum Level Sustainability Rating

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024

MALVERN, Pa., Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ecovyst Inc. (NYSE: ECVT) ("Ecovyst" or the "Company"), a leading integrated and innovative global provider of advanced materials, specialty catalysts and services, today announced that it has achieved a Platinum sustainability rating from EcoVadis.

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  • MALVERN, Pa., Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ecovyst Inc. (NYSE: ECVT) ("Ecovyst" or the "Company"), a leading integrated and innovative global provider of advanced materials, specialty catalysts and services, today announced that it has achieved a Platinum sustainability rating from EcoVadis.
  • The Platinum rating score places Ecovyst in the top one percent of companies EcoVadis rated in its peer group, and it recognizes the Company's incremental progress in incorporating the principles of sustainability and corporate social responsibility into its business practices and management systems.
  • The EcoVadis sustainability assessment methodology evaluates how well a company has integrated the principles of Sustainability/Corporate Social Responsibility into its business and management systems.
  • The methodology is built on international sustainability standards, including the Global Reporting Initiative, the United Nations Global Compact, and ISO 26000.

Danaher Commits to Set Science-Based, Net-Zero Greenhouse Gas Emission Reduction Targets

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

WASHINGTON, Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Danaher Corporation (NYSE: DHR) (Danaher) announced today it has committed to set science-based greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reduction targets in line with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), including a long-term target to reach net-zero value chain emissions by no later than 2050.

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  • WASHINGTON, Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Danaher Corporation (NYSE: DHR) (Danaher) announced today it has committed to set science-based greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reduction targets in line with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), including a long-term target to reach net-zero value chain emissions by no later than 2050.
  • Danaher's pledge encompasses Scope 1, 2 and 3 GHG emissions and complements its existing commitment to reduce Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions on an absolute basis by 50.4% by 2032 compared to 2021.
  • "At the heart of everything we do at Danaher is continuous improvement, and our sustainability program further exemplifies this commitment," said Rainer M. Blair, Danaher's President and Chief Executive Officer.
  • Danaher will submit its GHG emission reduction targets to SBTi to be validated against the SBTi criteria.

NaaS Technology Awarded by CDP a Global Above-average ESG Performance Rating

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

NaaS Technology (NASDAQ: NAAS), participating for the first time in the assessment, achieved a "B" rating for Climate Change, surpassing the global average rating of "C".

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  • NaaS Technology (NASDAQ: NAAS), participating for the first time in the assessment, achieved a "B" rating for Climate Change, surpassing the global average rating of "C".
  • Its disclosure of 'Climate Change' performance rating thoroughly examine various dimensions including emission methods, data, and breakdown, to determine the final rating.
  • The CDP rating comprises eight levels, with the global retail industry averaging a B- rating in 2023 and an average C rating for Asian and global companies.
  • NaaS' rating of B in its first CDP assessment exemplifies the company's exceptional international standards in environmental sustainability governance.

WuXi Biologics Recognized as Both Industry and Regional ESG Top-Rated Company by Morningstar Sustainalytics

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024

SHANGHAI, Feb. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- WuXi Biologics ("WuXi Bio") (2269.HK), a leading global Contract Research, Development and Manufacturing Organization (CRDMO), announced it has been recognized as a 2024 Industry Top-Rated and Regional Top-Rated Company by Morningstar Sustainalytics' Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Ratings, marking the fourth consecutive year the company has achieved this honor.

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  • SHANGHAI, Feb. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- WuXi Biologics ("WuXi Bio") (2269.HK), a leading global Contract Research, Development and Manufacturing Organization (CRDMO), announced it has been recognized as a 2024 Industry Top-Rated and Regional Top-Rated Company by Morningstar Sustainalytics' Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Ratings, marking the fourth consecutive year the company has achieved this honor.
  • Its 2024 ESG Ratings cover more than 14,000 companies across 42 industries worldwide, with Top-Rated Badges given to those companies with the strongest ESG achievements.
  • WuXi Biologics ranks in the top 2% of the nearly 1,000 companies assessed in the pharmaceutical sector.
  • WuXi Biologics' ESG efforts have been well recognized by global rating agencies, including an S&P Dow Jones Sustainability™ World Index listing, an MSCI AAA Rating, and an EcoVadis Platinum Medal.