Industry Award and New ESG Report Highlight Progress in Environmental and Social Initiatives
Bellevue, Wash., – December 9, 2024 — Acumatica’s commitment to sustainability and responsible business practices has earned the company the prestigious EcoVadis Silver Medal for the third consecutive year, placing it among the top 15% of industry competitors and the 89th percentile of all companies assessed globally. This recognition underscores Acumatica’s leadership in environmental, social and governance (ESG) initiatives and highlights its measurable progress in creating a positive impact.
To share more information on the progress made in ESG strategy and performance, Acumatica has released its Building the Future of Business, Together – Acumatica Annual Environmental, Social and Governance Report. Developed through the company’s AcumatiCares program and rigorous internal practices, the report outlines Acumatica’s sustainability, workplace equity and ethical governance efforts while evaluating alignment with its commitment to innovation and responsible growth.
“Our commitment to realizing a more sustainable and responsible future is core to the values we share as a company and the impact we want to make as the broader Acumatica Community,” said John Case, CEO of Acumatica. “By reducing our carbon footprint, fostering inclusivity and advancing sustainable operations, we’re ensuring our work extends beyond business to create a meaningful, lasting difference.”
The report includes details demonstrating the impact of Acumatica’s ESG initiatives in 2023. Some key data points include:
- Covered 99% of global office electricity consumption by purchasing Renewable Energy Certificates.
- Diverted 98.98% of total event waste at Acumatica Summit, keeping 22,029 pounds of trash out of landfills.
- Provided 4,386 hours of professional development to employees.
- Surpassed the tech industry average for female representation by achieving 35.7% women in Acumatica’s workforce, compared to the industry average of 26.7%.
- Provided financial support to various community organizations, including World Kitchen, Washington Trails Association, the Canadian Red Cross Society, Ukraine Relief Fund, International Rescue Committee, Humanitarian Support for Ukraine Fund and Childhood Leukemia and Lymphoma Foundation.
- Secured approval for Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) near-term emissions reduction goals, aligning with global climate science standards.
“Our ESG efforts and the recognition we receive from EcoVadis are a testament to our ongoing commitment to build on the progress we have made in these areas,” said Case. “But we know our journey is far from over. We remain resolute in pursuing sustainable practices and seeking innovative solutions that lead to a cleaner, greener future.”
Discover the full scope of Acumatica’s goals and achievements in the complete ESG report by visiting acumaticares.acumatica.com/Acumatica-2024-ESG-Report. For more information on the company’s social programs, please visit the AcumatiCares website.
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