Capgemini confirms its ESG commitment with an updated policy and enhanced objectives

Core Insights - Capgemini has updated its ESG policy and objectives, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable growth and corporate accountability while adding a new focus on ethics [2][3][4] ESG Policy Updates - The updated ESG policy builds on the 8 priorities defined in 2021 and introduces a 9th priority focused on ethics, outlining 14 specific objectives [2][3] - The company aims to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 93% and Business Travel emissions (Scope 3) by 62% per employee compared to 2019, already surpassing its 2030 targets [5] - Capgemini has achieved a 98% share of renewable energy in its electricity consumption, with a goal of reaching 100% by 2025 [5] Social Commitments - The representation of women in the global workforce has increased to 39.7%, with a target of 40% by 2025, and women now hold 29% of executive leadership positions, up from 17% in 2019 [5] - The company has reached an average of 77 learning hours per employee, exceeding its annual increase target of 5% since 2019 [5] - Capgemini aims to support 10 million beneficiaries in underserved communities through digital inclusion programs by 2030 [5][6] Governance and Ethical Standards - The company emphasizes maintaining high ethical standards, with a goal of keeping over 80% of employees with a positive perception of its values and culture [6] - Capgemini plans to enhance awareness and adoption of Ethical AI practices among its employees [5][6] Future Objectives - The company has set a commitment to invest in high-quality carbon credits and aims to achieve net zero emissions by 2040, validated by the SBTi Corporate Net-Zero Standard [5] - Capgemini has raised its objective for women in global executive positions to 35% by 2030 [5][6]