Pirelli is once again recognized as the leader in the Dow Jones Global Sustainability Index

Pirelli is once again recognized as the world leader in the automotive components sector in terms of the Dow Jones Sustainability Index (Dow Jones World and Europe). The annual performance assessment is carried out by S&P Global holding together with SAM.

Pirelli's overall score was 84, 49 points higher than the sector average of 35. The Dow Jones Sustainability Index, founded in 1999, is one of the world's most significant market sustainability indices. The annual analysis covers the assessment of more than 7,300 companies and about 95% of the world market capitalization. The index identifies the best approaches to implementing the principles of sustainable development, selects companies operating in all sectors of the economy and exceeding their competitors in a significant number of indicators of responsible production and sustainable development.

“Pirelli's reaffirmation of global leadership in the Dow Jones is further proof of the value of integrating sustainability into the company's strategy. An ongoing commitment to improving economic, social and environmental performance across the value chain - from supplier selection to workplace health and safety, environmental friendliness to sustainable new product development - is essential to our business model and to everyone. shareholders of the company, ”says Marco Tronchetti Provera, executive vice president and CEO of Pirelli.

“We congratulate Pirelli on being ranked in the Dow Jones Sustainable Index (Dow Jones World and Europe). The DJSI Seal is a confirmation of the sustainability leadership in its industry. With a record number of companies participating in the 2020 Corporate Sustainability Assessment and stricter assessment rules this year, the findings further highlight the company and the recognition of leadership pays tribute to your continued commitment to the people and planet, ”says Manjit Jus. , Head of ESG Research and Data S&P Global.

Pirelli pays special attention to the direction of sustainable development. The company invests in the development of environmentally friendly production technologies and a careful attitude to resources, treats consumers responsibly, producing impeccably high-quality products, participates in the life and development of communities in the regions of its presence, supporting charitable and volunteer projects.

Pirelli's sustainability model and performance are also officially recognized internationally according to the most prestigious ethical financial indexes around the world.