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MKS Inc. Releases 2025 Environmental, Social, Governance Report
Globenewswire· 2025-09-11 13:00
Core Insights - MKS Inc. has released its 2025 Environmental, Social, Governance (ESG) Report, emphasizing its commitment to sustainability and responsible business practices [1][2] - The report outlines significant progress towards key ESG objectives, including renewable energy usage and emissions reduction [2][6] Environmental Initiatives - MKS has doubled the share of renewable electricity at three sites in Massachusetts and installed an 8,000 square-meter solar photovoltaic system in Guangzhou, China, expected to supply up to 75% of the site's annual energy needs [6] - The company achieved a reduction of 365 metric tons of CO₂e in 2024 compared to 2023, supporting its goal to reduce combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2022 as the baseline [6] - MKS completed its first consolidated Scope 3 emissions inventory, covering key categories such as Purchased Goods and Services and Use of Sold Products [6] Social Responsibility - The company conducted nearly 6,000 safety walks in 2024, resulting in a 37% reduction in recordable injury cases compared to 2023, highlighting its focus on workplace safety [6] - MKS achieved an 88% participation rate in its fourth annual global employee engagement survey, indicating strong employee trust and willingness to share feedback [6] Governance and Recognition - MKS received a "Low" ESG Risk Rating from Sustainalytics and was recognized in Newsweek and Statista's list of America's Most Responsible Companies [6] - The company has been honored for three consecutive years as one of the Best Companies to Work For by U.S. News & World Report, reflecting its commitment to employee satisfaction and corporate responsibility [6]