MSCI ESG Ratings is a global ESG investment index provided by MSCI. MSCI researches and analyses a company’s response to ESG-related risks and opportunities, assigning one of seven ratings ranging from AAA at the top to CCC at the bottom.
Epson has been awarded the AAA rating for the second consecutive year, reflecting its commitment to meeting internationally recognised standards of CSR procurement and enhancing transparency in raw material procurement and human capital development systems in 2023.
Epson has also been selected as a constituent of the MSCI Japan ESG Select Leaders Index, the MSCI Japan Empowering Women Index (WIN) and all other ESG indices covering Japanese equities adopted by the Government Pension Investment Fund (GPIF).
The Japanese multinational electronics company has identified four material issues that it can and should address: achieving sustainability in a circular economy, advancing the frontiers of industry, improving the quality of life and fulfilling social responsibility. It is aligned with a value-creation story that depicts how it will address societal issues and deliver value.
The Epson Group’s purpose statement is “Our philosophy of efficient, compact and precise innovation enriches lives and helps create a better world.” To fulfil this purpose in society, Epson will continue to evolve its sustainability management initiatives, which both address societal issues and drive corporate growth.
For more information:
MSCI ESG Ratings https://www.msci.com/our-solutions/esg-investing/esg-ratings
Sustainability Management at Epson: https://corporate.epson/en/sustainability/initiatives