JVC Kenwood Achieves Top ESG Score of 5.0 from FTSE Russell

JVC Kenwood Corporation has achieved the highest possible score of 5.0 (out of 5) in the ESG rating by FTSE Russell, a global index provider under the London Stock Exchange Group, which comprehensively evaluates corporate ESG initiatives. Only three Japanese companies, including JVC Kenwood, have achieved this top rating.

Additionally, the company has been selected as a constituent of the ESG investment index 'FTSE JPX Blossom Japan Index' for six consecutive years, and of the 'FTSE JPX Blossom Japan Sector Relative Index' for five consecutive years. Both indices are used as key investment benchmarks by global investors focused on corporate ESG performance, including Japan's Government Pension Investment Fund (GPIF), which uses them as ESG investment benchmarks.

<JVC Kenwood's Sustainability Initiatives>

Under its corporate philosophy of 'Delivering感动 and安心 to people worldwide,' JVC Kenwood is advancing sustainability management that balances 'profitable growth' with 'global social issue resolution.'

In each ESG dimension, the company is actively working on reducing greenhouse gas emissions, achieving resource circulation, addressing human rights risks, advancing human capital management, and strengthening corporate governance and compliance. Starting in the fiscal year 2025, ESG-related indicators (engagement, CO2 emissions reduction, and external assessments) will be added to executive performance KPIs, integrating sustainability efforts into management evaluations.

Furthermore, in its mid-term management plan 'VISION2030,' sustainability strategy is positioned as one of the core pillars of corporate strategy. Based on evolving business environments, the company has re-identified five materiality issues and will set new KPIs, continuing ongoing monitoring toward their achievement.

This selection is seen as a comprehensive recognition of JVC Kenwood's concrete initiatives across all ESG aspects. The company will continue to strengthen its sustainability management and contribute to building a sustainable society.

<About the 'FTSE JPX Blossom Japan Index'>

The 'FTSE JPX Blossom Japan Index' is an ESG-focused index developed by FTSE Russell, which selects Japanese companies demonstrating strong performance in ESG and SDGs based on specific evaluation criteria.

<About the 'FTSE JPX Blossom Japan Sector Relative Index'>

The 'FTSE JPX Blossom Japan Sector Relative Index' is an index developed by FTSE Russell that reflects the performance of Japanese companies with relatively strong ESG performance within each sector, designed to be sector-neutral. To promote the transition to a low-carbon economy, only companies whose improvement efforts are assessed through the TPI (Transition Pathway Initiative) Management Quality Score are included, particularly among high greenhouse gas-emitting companies.

<Related Websites>

・JVC Kenwood Official Website Sustainability Page

・FTSE Blossom Index Series

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