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Gildan Listed on the 2020 Dow Jones Sustainability Index for the Eighth Consecutive Year

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Tuesday, November 17, 2020

MONTREAL, Nov. 17, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gildan Activewear Inc. (GIL: TSX and NYSE) announced today that it has been listed on the Dow Jones Sustainability North America Index.

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  • MONTREAL, Nov. 17, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gildan Activewear Inc. (GIL: TSX and NYSE) announced today that it has been listed on the Dow Jones Sustainability North America Index.
  • This marks Gildans eighth consecutive year of inclusion on the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI), recognizing the Companys success and commitment in areas related to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices.
  • Created jointly by S&P Dow Jones Indices and SAM, the Dow Jones Sustainability Index family is a best-in-class benchmark for sustainable business practices which are critical to generating long-term shareholder value.
  • The Dow Jones Sustainability North America Index was established in September 2005 to track the performance of companies from Canada and the United States that lead the field in terms of corporate sustainability.

Polymetal: Polymetal has been reaffirmed as a member of Dow Jones Sustainability Indices

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Tuesday, November 17, 2020

Following the 2020 Corporate Sustainability Assessment by S&P, Polymetal was added to the Dow Jones Sustainability Index ("DJSI") World for the first time and retained its place in DJSI Emerging Markets.

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  • Following the 2020 Corporate Sustainability Assessment by S&P, Polymetal was added to the Dow Jones Sustainability Index ("DJSI") World for the first time and retained its place in DJSI Emerging Markets.
  • Earlier in October 2020, FTSE Russell reaffirmed Polymetal as a constituent of FTSE4Good Index Series with 4.4 score (out of possible 5) and 92 percentile.
  • The ESG Risk Ratings measure a company's exposure to industry-specific material ESG risks and how well a company manages those risks.
  • Polymetal International plc (together with its subsidiaries - "Polymetal", the "Company", or the "Group") is a top-10 global gold producer and top-5 global silver producer with assets in Russia and Kazakhstan.

General Mills Named to Prestigious Dow Jones Sustainability World and North American Indices for Third Consecutive Year

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Monday, November 16, 2020

General Mills (NYSE: GIS) has been named for the third consecutive year to both the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index and the North American Index by Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI) and S&P Global.

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  • General Mills (NYSE: GIS) has been named for the third consecutive year to both the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index and the North American Index by Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI) and S&P Global.
  • The Dow Jones Sustainability Indices recognize leadership in corporate sustainability and are based on in-depth analysis of economic, environmental and social performance.
  • General Mills ranked in the 90th percentile overall and secured industry-best scores of 100 in Health & Nutrition, Environmental Reporting and Water Related Risks.
  • For more information on General Mills sustainability and social impact commitments and progress, visit the companys 2020 Global Responsibility Report .

Philips continues its top ranking in the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices

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Monday, November 16, 2020

Amsterdam, the Netherlands Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHIA), a global leader in health technology, today announced that it has once again been named as a leading company for sustainability performance in the global 2020 Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI) list.

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  • Amsterdam, the Netherlands Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHIA), a global leader in health technology, today announced that it has once again been named as a leading company for sustainability performance in the global 2020 Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI) list.
  • Philips scored 81 out of 100 points in the DJSI Health Care Equipment & Services industry group, continuing its #2 ranking.
  • Evaluated across the Governance & Economic, Environmental and Social dimensions of DJSIs sustainability review, Philips received the maximum scores (100/100) in several categories, including the health outcome contribution, environmental reporting, climate strategy, and social reporting categories.
  • Philips is set to achieve all of the targets of its Healthy people, Sustainable planet 2016 - 2020 program.

Arçelik Named Industry Leader in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index Once Again

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Monday, November 16, 2020

ISTANBUL, Nov. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Arelik has been named the "Industry Leader" in the Durable Home Appliances category for the second year in a row in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index, which evaluates the sustainability performance of the world's largest companies.

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  • ISTANBUL, Nov. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Arelik has been named the "Industry Leader" in the Durable Home Appliances category for the second year in a row in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index, which evaluates the sustainability performance of the world's largest companies.
  • Evaluating the company's place in the index, Arelik CEO Hakan Bulgurlu said, "Being selected as the Industry Leader in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index, which represents the gold standard in corporate sustainability, is an important achievement that demonstrates we are on the right track.
  • Arelik has featured in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI) since 2017.
  • Created by S&P Dow Jones Indices and RobecoSAM, the Dow Jones Sustainability Index selects the most sustainable companies from 61 industries and serves as a reference point for investors who integrate sustainability issues into their portfolios.

Arçelik Named Industry Leader in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index Once Again

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Monday, November 16, 2020

ISTANBUL, Nov. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Arelik has been named the "Industry Leader" in the Durable Home Appliances category for the second year in a row in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index, which evaluates the sustainability performance of the world's largest companies.

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  • ISTANBUL, Nov. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Arelik has been named the "Industry Leader" in the Durable Home Appliances category for the second year in a row in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index, which evaluates the sustainability performance of the world's largest companies.
  • Evaluating the company's place in the index, Arelik CEO Hakan Bulgurlu said, "Being selected as the Industry Leader in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index, which represents the gold standard in corporate sustainability, is an important achievement that demonstrates we are on the right track.
  • Arelik has featured in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI) since 2017.
  • Created by S&P Dow Jones Indices and RobecoSAM, the Dow Jones Sustainability Index selects the most sustainable companies from 61 industries and serves as a reference point for investors who integrate sustainability issues into their portfolios.

Televisa included in the FTSE4Good Index Series for the fourth consecutive year

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Monday, October 19, 2020

("Televisa" or the "Company") has been included in three FTSE4Good Index Series: FTSE4Good Emerging Markets, FTSE4Good Emerging Latin America and FTSE4Good BIVA.

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  • ("Televisa" or the "Company") has been included in three FTSE4Good Index Series: FTSE4Good Emerging Markets, FTSE4Good Emerging Latin America and FTSE4Good BIVA.
  • The FTSE4Good Index Series is a market-leading tool for investors seeking to invest in companies that demonstrate good sustainability practices.
  • This year, Televisa increased its global ESG FTSE4Good Index score, ranking well above the media subsector, the industry average, and the average for Mexican companies, demonstrating its strong commitment to sustainability.
  • This is the fourth consecutive year Televisa has been included in the FTSE4Good Index Series.

DGAP-News: FTSE4Good Index Includes Linde for Fifth Consecutive Year

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Thursday, July 2, 2020

Guildford, UK, July 2, 2020 - Linde (NYSE:LIN; FWB:LIN) has been included in the FTSE4Good Index Series for the fifth consecutive year, recognizing the company's leadership in environmental, social and governance (ESG) practices.

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  • Guildford, UK, July 2, 2020 - Linde (NYSE:LIN; FWB:LIN) has been included in the FTSE4Good Index Series for the fifth consecutive year, recognizing the company's leadership in environmental, social and governance (ESG) practices.
  • Created by the global index provider FTSE Russell, the FTSE4Good Index Series is a tool for investors seeking to invest in companies that demonstrate strong sustainability practices.
  • We are honored that Linde has once again been recognized for its ESG leadership through inclusion in the FTSE4Good Index Series."
  • Linde is a member of the Ethibel Sustainability Index, the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index and the FTSE4Good Index Series.

Arçelik Has Announced Its Sustainability Targets for 2030

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Friday, June 5, 2020

ISTANBUL, June 5, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Adopting sustainability as a business model with its "Respecting the World, Respected Worldwide" vision, Arelik published its 12th Sustainability Report, announcing short, medium, and long-term targets towards 2030.

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  • ISTANBUL, June 5, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Adopting sustainability as a business model with its "Respecting the World, Respected Worldwide" vision, Arelik published its 12th Sustainability Report, announcing short, medium, and long-term targets towards 2030.
  • Arelik CEO Hakan Bulgurluspoke about the company's 12th Sustainability Report, commenting, "A sustainable world is possible in the future with the steps we will take today.
  • Arelik has been selected as the Industry Leader for the "Household Durables" category in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI).
  • The index represents the gold standard in corporate sustainability and ranks the largest companies based on their sustainability performances.

Arçelik Has Announced Its Sustainability Targets for 2030

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Friday, June 5, 2020

ISTANBUL, June 5, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Adopting sustainability as a business model with its "Respecting the World, Respected Worldwide" vision, Arelik published its 12th Sustainability Report, announcing short, medium, and long-term targets towards 2030.

Key Points: 
  • ISTANBUL, June 5, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Adopting sustainability as a business model with its "Respecting the World, Respected Worldwide" vision, Arelik published its 12th Sustainability Report, announcing short, medium, and long-term targets towards 2030.
  • Arelik CEO Hakan Bulgurluspoke about the company's 12th Sustainability Report, commenting, "A sustainable world is possible in the future with the steps we will take today.
  • Arelik has been selected as the Industry Leader for the "Household Durables" category in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI).
  • The index represents the gold standard in corporate sustainability and ranks the largest companies based on their sustainability performances.