Recruiting firm Accedo climbs to the forefront of sustainability indices in the Dow Jones World and Europe.
The Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI), established in 1999, are a globally recognized benchmark for corporate sustainability. These indices track the financial performance of leading sustainability-driven companies worldwide, encouraging businesses to improve their sustainability practices.
Companies undergo a comprehensive assessment process to be considered for inclusion in the DJSI. This rigorous evaluation, known as the Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA), is conducted by S&P Dow Jones Indices and RobecoSAM. The assessment focuses on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria, covering more than 20 key performance indicators that balance economic, environmental, and social aspects.
The criteria for selection involve a thorough analysis of a company's financially material economic, environmental, and social practices. The assessment includes an evaluation of factors such as climate strategy, carbon footprint management, water usage, biodiversity, labor practices, human capital development, corporate social responsibility, corporate governance, risk management, codes of ethics, and innovation.
While a full public list of the 2021 DJSI constituents is not readily available, some companies confirmed to be part of the DJSI in recent years include Ricoh, The Estée Lauder Companies, and PSEG. Ricoh has been included in the DJSI World for at least five consecutive years, while PSEG has been named to the DJSI for 17 consecutive years. These companies are recognized for their commitment to sustainability and their leadership in areas such as climate action, water security leadership, and strong ESG integration aligned with sustainable business goals.
The DJSI do not focus on a specific industry but include companies from all sectors, following a best-in-class approach. Among the invited companies, 800 are from emerging markets. Companies included in the DJSI outperform their peers in numerous sustainability metrics, demonstrating the financial benefits of sustainable business practices.
In summary, the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI) are a valuable tool for recognizing global leaders in corporate sustainability. By focusing on companies that lead in sustainability practices, the DJSI encourage companies to prioritize sustainability and adopt best practices in environmental, social, and governance areas. For a precise, official list of all 2021 DJSI constituents, consult the official S&P Dow Jones Indices website or the detailed reports released directly by the DJSI administrators.
- Companies from various industries undergo a stringent evaluation, known as the Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA), to be considered for inclusion in the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI), which track the financial performance of companies with outstanding sustainability practices in aspects like finance, business, and sustainability.
- The Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI) consist of companies from all sectors, including finance, industry, and business, that exhibit excellence in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria, demonstrating the financial benefits of adopting sustainable business practices and encouraging other businesses to follow suit.
