Corporate Responsibility (CORE)
ISS STOXX supports corporate responsibility initiatives across the capital markets ecosystem through our products and services. As a company, and in the localities within which we operate, we are committed to positively impacting the environment and society through our actions and leading by example.
Gary Retelny
President & CEO
As a leader for more than four decades in the field of capital stewardship, we are focused on building long-term growth by delivering quality products, services and business solutions.
We take seriously our responsibility to stakeholders by supporting employees, serving clients, and contributing to the communities and environment where we live and work.
Through our Corporate Responsibility program, we strive to reduce the environmental impact of our operations and implement initiatives that improve both the workplace and society more broadly.
CORE Council
Our Corporate Responsibility strategy is shaped by the CORE Council, comprising members of the Administrative Leadership team, functional heads, and business unit leaders.
The Global CORE Team supports these efforts, working with key departments to bring this vision to life (or to put strategy into action), and achieve our CR objectives.
At the CORE of ISS STOXX
We empower our people, care for the environment, and conduct our business responsibly.
Providing our people with the means and opportunity to create value for our business, our communities, and society is CORE to ISS STOXX’s culture.
Equal Opportunities
We lead by example. We see our differences as an opportunity to create a positive work environment.
Caring for Our People
We are committed to conducting our business in compliance with all applicable workplace health and safety laws and regulations as well as providing opportunities to our employees to improve their work-life balance.
Active Citizenship
Our organization aims to be a good corporate citizen and encourages its employees to be active in their communities through the ISS STOXX Volunteering and Donation Matching programs.
Training & Education
Our organization is committed to making learning an everyday experience with a sharp focus on training and development of its employees. We offer multiple learning channels in which employees can engage on a regular basis.
Conducting business in compliance with all applicable environmental laws and regulations, reducing the environmental footprint of our business operations and committing to the 1.5°C goal of the Paris agreement.
Highlighted climate achievements 2019-2025
- 100% green electricity in all our offices and data centres since 2021* (*2021 to 2023 only covering legacy ISS business)
- 56% reduction reduction of ISS STOXX’s carbon footprint per employee since 2019
- 82% reduction of ISS STOXX’s Scope 1 and 2 emissions since 2019
- 63% reduction of ISS STOXX’s Scope 3 business travel emissions since 2019
Our business practices are guided by the General Code of Conduct and Corporate Responsibility Policy to ensure compliance with the highest standards of integrity.
Providing clients with objective and varied analyses and insights through a comprehensive suite of data, research, and technology solutions. This suite helps streamline workflows, optimize investment impact, and inform decision-making to benefit their stakeholders.
Our Reports and Company Policies
We are committed to maintaining transparent communication with all our stakeholders.
Business Ethics and Compliance
Responsible Human Resources
- ISS STOXX Health and Safety Policy
- ISS STOXX Freedom of Association Statement
- ISS STOXX Equal Opportunities Policy
Responsible Supply Chain
- ISS STOXX Vendor Sustainability Policy
- ISS STOXX Modern Slavery Statement 2025
- ISS STOXX Modern Slavery Statement 2024
- ISS STOXX Modern Slavery Statement 2023
- ISS STOXX Modern Slavery Statement 2022
- ISS STOXX Modern Slavery Statement 2021
Responsible Environmental Practices
Actioning our Values through the UN Global Compact
As a signatory of the UN Global Compact, ISS STOXX is committed to addressing the Ten Principles that uphold human rights, labor rights, environmental protection, and anti-corruption as part of our CORE strategy and vision.
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