"We are truly honored by this recognition, which serves as proof of our commitment to our climate change efforts and more broadly to sustainability. When it comes to climate-related opportunities, we have a unique position to help decarbonize other industries by providing equipment solutions that help our customers and their industries, such as ports, restructure to a low carbon future," said Mikko Välimaa, VP for Health, Safety, Environment and Quality (HSEQ) and sustainability at
"In 2020 we continued discussions with top management and conducted a set of workshops for all Business Areas and procurement to define climate-related risks and opportunities on a detailed level. Based on this work, we will sharpen our Climate roadmap for years to come," Välimaa said.
Future-proofing
Climate action and resource efficiency is one of the five cornerstones of our sustainability work. In addition, we focus on sustainable offering and circularity; a safe workplace and products; a diverse, inclusive and engaging workplace; and responsible business conduct.
To find out more about our sustainability efforts, please see our latest Sustainability Report (https://investors.konecranes.com/sites/default/files/2020-03/sustainability_report_2019.pdf).
CDP
CDP is an international non-profit that drives companies and governments to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions, safeguard water resources and protect forests. CDP urges companies and cities to take action in building a truly sustainable economy by measuring their environmental impact.
CDP's list of all companies publicly taking part in climate change program this year is available on CDP's website https://www.cdp.net/en/scores
Further information:
Mikko Välimaa, VP HSEQ and sustainability
Email: mikko.valimaa@konecranes.com or phone: +358 40 515 4413
Further information for investors and analysts:
Kiira Fröberg, Investor Relations,
Email: kiira.froberg@konecranes.com or phone: +358 20 427 2050
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