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GenScript Biotech Releases 2023 ESG Report: Deepening Green Development Practices, Constructing Sustainable Future Blueprint

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Wednesday, April 24, 2024

It underscores GenScript's unwavering commitment to advancing green initiatives and seamlessly integrating sustainable development strategies, reaffirming its strong belief in sustainability.

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  • It underscores GenScript's unwavering commitment to advancing green initiatives and seamlessly integrating sustainable development strategies, reaffirming its strong belief in sustainability.
  • GenScript believes that ESG practices complement business growth, driving sustainable business expansion and positively impacting human society's sustainability.
  • In the pursuit of sustainable development and continuous enhancement of ESG standards, GenScript demonstrates a firm long-term commitment.
  • The "GenScript Biotech 2023 ESG Report" is available at company's official website:

Clarivate joins United Nations SDG Publishers Compact

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Wednesday, April 24, 2024

LONDON, April 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Clarivate Plc (NYSE:CLVT), a leading global provider of transformative intelligence, today announces it has signed the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) Publishers Compact.

Key Points: 
  • LONDON, April 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Clarivate Plc (NYSE:CLVT), a leading global provider of transformative intelligence, today announces it has signed the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) Publishers Compact.
  • Liliana Hinderman, Senior Vice President, Chief Risk and Sustainability Officer said: "We have signed the UN SDG Publishers Compact as a commitment to thinking forward to grow our global impact on SDGs worldwide.
  • SDG 9: Industry, innovation and infrastructure: Clarivate data and insights support customers along the innovation lifecycle, bringing innovations to market faster.
  • Clarivate is part of the global community of business leaders who are signatories to the United Nations Global Compact, United Nations Women's Empowerment Principles, CEO Action on Diversity and Inclusion, the Stonewall Transgender Rights are Human Rights campaign and Science-Based Targets initiative.

Clarivate joins United Nations SDG Publishers Compact

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Wednesday, April 24, 2024

LONDON, April 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Clarivate Plc (NYSE:CLVT), a leading global provider of transformative intelligence, today announces it has signed the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) Publishers Compact.

Key Points: 
  • LONDON, April 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Clarivate Plc (NYSE:CLVT), a leading global provider of transformative intelligence, today announces it has signed the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) Publishers Compact.
  • Liliana Hinderman, Senior Vice President, Chief Risk and Sustainability Officer said: "We have signed the UN SDG Publishers Compact as a commitment to thinking forward to grow our global impact on SDGs worldwide.
  • SDG 9: Industry, innovation and infrastructure: Clarivate data and insights support customers along the innovation lifecycle, bringing innovations to market faster.
  • Clarivate is part of the global community of business leaders who are signatories to the United Nations Global Compact, United Nations Women's Empowerment Principles, CEO Action on Diversity and Inclusion, the Stonewall Transgender Rights are Human Rights campaign and Science-Based Targets initiative.

JA Solar Joins United Nations Global Compact's "Forward Faster" Initiative

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Tuesday, April 23, 2024

BEIJING, April 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- On 15 March, JA Solar officially committed to joining the "Forward Faster" initiative launched by the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC), accelerating progress toward achieving sustainable development goals in the areas of gender equality, climate action, living wage, and finance & investment.

Key Points: 
  • BEIJING, April 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- On 15 March, JA Solar officially committed to joining the "Forward Faster" initiative launched by the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC), accelerating progress toward achieving sustainable development goals in the areas of gender equality, climate action, living wage, and finance & investment.
  • The initiative calls on global business leaders to take measurable, reliable, and ambitious actions.
  • Currently, 1,488 global companies have joined the UNGC's "Forward Faster" initiative.
  • JA Solar will uphold its commitments, set targets, and take responsible measures to achieve gender balance and equal pay.

JA Solar Joins United Nations Global Compact's "Forward Faster" Initiative

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Tuesday, April 23, 2024

BEIJING, April 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- On 15 March, JA Solar officially committed to joining the "Forward Faster" initiative launched by the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC), accelerating progress toward achieving sustainable development goals in the areas of gender equality, climate action, living wage, and finance & investment.

Key Points: 
  • BEIJING, April 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- On 15 March, JA Solar officially committed to joining the "Forward Faster" initiative launched by the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC), accelerating progress toward achieving sustainable development goals in the areas of gender equality, climate action, living wage, and finance & investment.
  • The initiative calls on global business leaders to take measurable, reliable, and ambitious actions.
  • Currently, 1,488 global companies have joined the UNGC's "Forward Faster" initiative.
  • JA Solar will uphold its commitments, set targets, and take responsible measures to achieve gender balance and equal pay.

Echo360 Launches New ESG-focused EchoEco™ Sustainability Initiative

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Monday, April 22, 2024

NEW YORK, April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Echo360, one of the leading and most comprehensive, global, SaaS video platforms for creating, delivering, and measuring learning engagement outcomes in any learning environment, has launched EchoEco as an expanded commitment to its global sustainability initiatives. 

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  • Featuring the work of Echo360's climate minded and climate justice customers, amplifying their stories and impact.
  • Communicating Echo360's public climate commitments and visualizing the company's sustainability metrics.
  • "Echo360 is deeply committed to principles of equity, evidence and engagement, and EchoEco is another demonstration of that commitment," said Murad Velani, Echo360 President and CEO.
  • "We are excited to continue to work with Echo360 on their carbon emissions and utility reporting, as the insights we're collecting only continue to improve with more data."

Midea's Earth Day 2024 Commitment: A better future for generations to come

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Monday, April 22, 2024

FOSHAN, China, April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Earth Day is an annual event that promotes awareness and education about environmental issues.

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  • FOSHAN, China, April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Earth Day is an annual event that promotes awareness and education about environmental issues.
  • In 2024, the theme for Earth Day is "Planet vs. Plastics", which highlights the urgent need to address the problem of plastic pollution.
  • Midea has also made significant strides in developing new materials for its laundry appliances, reducing plastic usage by 670 tons.
  • Together, we can make a positive impact on our planet and ensure a better future for generations to come.

Midea's Earth Day 2024 Commitment: A better future for generations to come

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Monday, April 22, 2024

FOSHAN, China, April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Earth Day is an annual event that promotes awareness and education about environmental issues.

Key Points: 
  • FOSHAN, China, April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Earth Day is an annual event that promotes awareness and education about environmental issues.
  • In 2024, the theme for Earth Day is "Planet vs. Plastics", which highlights the urgent need to address the problem of plastic pollution.
  • Midea has also made significant strides in developing new materials for its laundry appliances, reducing plastic usage by 670 tons.
  • Together, we can make a positive impact on our planet and ensure a better future for generations to come.

Science Based Targets initiative Approves Otis Targets for Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions

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Monday, April 22, 2024

FARMINGTON, Conn., April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Otis (NYSE: OTIS), the world's leading elevator and escalator manufacturing, installation and service company, announced that the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) has approved its near-term science-based greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction targets.

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  • FARMINGTON, Conn., April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Otis (NYSE: OTIS), the world's leading elevator and escalator manufacturing, installation and service company, announced that the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) has approved its near-term science-based greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction targets.
  • Reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and services, business travel, and use of sold products 33% within the same timeframe.
  • These targets demonstrate the company's commitment to meeting the objective of the Paris Agreement to limit global warming to no more than 1.5 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels.
  • It defines and promotes best practices in science-based target setting, offers resources and guidance to reduce barriers to adoption, and independently assesses and approves companies' targets.

Dahua Technology Releases 2023 ESG Report

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024

HANGZHOU, China, April 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Dahua Technology, a world-leading video-centric AIoT solution and service provider, has unveiled its 2023 Environmental, Social and Governance Report, highlighting diverse range of initiatives aimed at addressing pressing environmental and social challenges while enhancing responsible corporate practices.

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  • HANGZHOU, China, April 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Dahua Technology, a world-leading video-centric AIoT solution and service provider, has unveiled its 2023 Environmental, Social and Governance Report, highlighting diverse range of initiatives aimed at addressing pressing environmental and social challenges while enhancing responsible corporate practices.
  • Dahua boasts a transparent, well-established ESG governance framework, adhering to compliance operations and business ethics.
  • At the forefront of technological innovation, Dahua adopts clean technology and advanced simulation processes for green product research and development to minimize the impact on the environment.
  • Dahua also incorporates ESG standards into supplier screening and evaluation to promote the sustainable development of its supply chain.