MILWAUKEE, Nov. 30,
2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, ManpowerGroup (NYSE: MAN)
released its 2022-2023 Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG)
report — Working to Change the World — citing a 32%
reduction in direct emissions since 2019, continued progress in
upskilling people for in-demand roles, and new commitments to
preparing people for the greening world of work. The third annual
report outlines ManpowerGroup's advancements across its strategic
ESG pillars of Planet, People & Prosperity, and Principles of
Governance.
"Today, we are witnessing the acceleration of automation,
greater focus on an equitable green transition, and the emergence
of generative AI reshaping industries and economies," said
Jonas Prising, ManpowerGroup
Chairman & CEO. "Our latest Working to Change the World
report focuses on the connection between people and planet,
outlining our commitments to achieving net-zero emissions while
providing millions of people with equitable access to future-ready
skills. The data and stories highlighted are testament to
the energy and enthusiasm with which our teams around the
world are embracing this moment."
"As COP28 begins, all eyes are on
climate. At ManpowerGroup we have always seen the interconnection
between the E and the S and believe that positive climate action is
also good for society and the economy," said ManpowerGroup Chief
Sustainability Officer Ruth Harper.
"We are dedicated to a people-first green transition and this
year's report outlines how we are collaborating with companies to
prioritize their people as they double down on their organization's
green goals. We remain unwavering in our commitment to progress,
not just pledges, and invite others to join us in Working to
Change the World."
Key highlights include:
Planet
- Reduced direct emissions by 32%, compared to 2019 baseline
(Scope 1 and 2), bringing us closer to our 2045 net-zero
ambition
- Procured renewable electricity in key markets including
Australia, France, Japan, Spain,
and the UK. We aim to acquire 100% renewable energy in our key
markets by 2030
- Began converting fleet vehicles to electric in six countries,
Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, the
Netherlands, and the UK, adding more than 300 EVs in
the past year
People & Prosperity
- Partnered with EIT InnoEnergy to commit to train and
upskill up to 800,000 workers for green jobs in the battery value
chain across Europe by the end of
2025
- Announced ambition to train, upskill, and/or place as many
as 10 million people for green jobs by 2030
- Expanded Manpower MyPath® and Experis Academy programs,
building employability for growth jobs across industries. To date,
over 230,000+ lives have been transformed through MyPath
- Pledged to train and place over 45,000 refugees in jobs in
Europe over the next three
years
- Aspire to achieve 50% women in global leadership roles by 2025,
furthering our commitment to gender equity
- Launched programs to advance disability inclusion
and LGBTQ+ employment in Italy, Singapore, Spain, and the UK, continuing our commitment
to champion Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) in
the workplace
Principles of Governance
- Recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies
by Ethisphere for the 14th time
- Honored by the Human Rights Campaign as one of the best places
to work for LGBTQ+ equality
- Earned new EcoVadis ratings in eight countries and
globally in 2022, bringing our total of Platinum, Gold, Silver, and
Bronze ratings to 24+ countries and at the global level
- Developed comprehensive guidelines for ethical and responsible
use of artificial intelligence (AI)
These milestones showcase ManpowerGroup's commitment to
advancing sustainable business practices that value both social
progress and environmental stewardship.
Read the full report at:
http://www.manpowergroup.com/sustainability.
ABOUT MANPOWERGROUP
ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce
solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing
world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the
talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions
for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing
them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable
employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries
and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, and
Talent Solutions – creates substantially more value for candidates
and clients across more than 70 countries and territories and has
done so for 75 years. We are recognized consistently for our
diversity – as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality,
and Disability, and in 2023 ManpowerGroup was named one of the
World's Most Ethical Companies for the 14th time – all confirming
our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.
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