#corporate social responsibility
Corporate Social Responsibility is the active, voluntary contribution made by companies to bring about improvements to the society, economy and environment that will have an effect on the common good. Find out more about this strategic pillar.
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Integrating ESG aspects into a company means recognising the key role of environmental, social and governance issues in long-term value creation. It demonstrates their commitment to generating positive impacts on the environment in which they operate, to sustainable economic growth and to the transition to decarbonised societies. ESG aspects are essential in making more responsible decisions and investments for the planet.
Iberdrola’s regulatory system is based on the three major pillars used by the worldwide investment community that measure the impact and sustainability of investments: environmental, social and governance aspects, known as ESG for short. By doing so, the company is at the cutting edge of international best practice.
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Iberdrola's Governance and Sustainability System is founded on ethics, transparency and best international practice in matters of good management, with the aim of defending the public interest and creating sustainable value for all its Stakeholders. The company supports a culture of zero tolerance towards corruption and fraud and promotes the study and dissemination of the principles of business and professional ethics.
The Iberdrola group presents SHAPES, a space for analysis, as well as a meeting place for expressing different views, opinions and ways of understanding our world. Working with renowned experts in sustainability, innovation, culture, talent, social engagement, etc. the company is able to discover new trends, explore current issues and analyse the present in order to try to anticipate the future.
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On 23 October 2018, the Board of Directors of Iberdrola, S.A. approved a revision of the Corporate Governance System with the purpose of formalising the commitment of the Iberdrola group to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) approved by the United Nations (UN), highlighting the group's contribution to their fulfilment through the social dividend generated by its business activity.
25% of the people in Europe and in the United States collaborate as volunteers. In Spain, 260,000 people participate in international projects.
