The document underlines the virgin commitments regarding energy and water efficiency, De & I (Diversity, Equity & Inclusions), Security and other ESG activities (Environmental, Social and Governance)
Vertiv (NYSE: VRT), a global provider of critical digital infrastructure solutions and business continuity solutions, has released its first report on environmental, social and governance (ESG) activities.
The report outlines the topic and water efficiency approach, equal opportunities and the theme of inclusion (de & i), the health and safety of employees and other aspects related to the ESG. The contents analyzed in the report constitute a starting point on which each organization can develop its future investments.
“We all know how essential connectivity is for our daily activities and for the global economy. The world's data needs continue to grow, and our solutions ensure that data management systems are always up and connected. At the same time, we recognize the current and potential impacts of climate change,” said Rob Johnson, CEO of Vertiv. “We are trying to meet the growing demand for critical digital infrastructures and, simultaneously, to mitigate the environmental impact of our activities and products. As a result, we are investing in innovation to find more efficient and effective ways to support critical digital infrastructures.”
Vertiv's ESG Executive Steering Committee, made up of senior leaders serving Vertiv across various functions and territories, is conducting a company-wide ESG performance review. Some of the activities and achievements highlighted in the report include:
- The introduction of new and updated products with high energy and water efficiency, with more releases expected in the coming months and years.
- The signing of various sector partnerships aimed at managing data centers in terms of efficiency and emissions, including theEcoEdge PrimePower Project (E2P2), la Sustainable Digital Infrastructure Alliance (SDIA), the European Data Centre Association (EUDCA) and the RISE Partnership Program.
- An internal review of Vertiv's GHG emissions in scopes 1 and 2.
- Developing performance benchmarks and improvements to help the organization reduce overall GHG emissions.
- A 12% year-over-year reduction in reported injuries based on the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration's Total Recordable Injury Ratio (TRIR).
- The introduction of training opportunities to support the company's focus on the issues of diversity, equity and inclusion.
- The appointment of multiple women to leadership positions at Vertiv in the past two years, including Sheryl Haislet, Chief Information Officer, and Stephanie Gill, Chief Legal Counsel.
“As Europe is the global leader when it comes to sustainability targets and regulations, this report is particularly relevant for Vertiv in the EMEA region, where it will build on existing momentum in the Old Continent, while strengthening our sustainable growth goals in the Middle East and Africa,” said Karsten Winther, president EMEA at Vertiv. “We need to take a two-pronged approach that allows us to align with growing industry demand while ensuring responsible practices are followed.”
For more information or to download the full report, you can consult Vertiv.com.
