Goldcorp Named To NASDAQ Global Sustainability Index
On December 4, 2015, Goldcorp announced that it has again been named to the semi-annual re-ranking of the NASDAQ OMX CRD Global Sustainability Index. This listing ranks Goldcorp as one of the top 100 companies in the world for its sustainability reporting and performance. Goldcorp was recognized for taking a leadership role in measuring, managing and communicating the impacts of its sustainable development efforts and shared value-creation.
“We continue to embed sustainability throughout Goldcorp and recognize the importance of strong and transparent social, environmental and economic performance,” said Chuck Jeannes, Goldcorp President and Chief Executive Officer. “This ranking recognizes our progress towards our vision of ‘Together, Creating Sustainable Value’ and that’s incredibly gratifying.”
“Sustainability is one of the foundational pillars to how Goldcorp does business. Our aim is to continue to innovate in this area, through initiatives such as the implementation of our Sustainability Excellence Management System,” said Brent Bergeron, Goldcorp Executive Vice President, Corporate Affairs & Sustainability. “To be named amongst such a prestigious group of companies focused on sustainability performance is very rewarding.”
The NASDAQ OMX CRD Global Sustainability Index (NASDAQ:QCRD) is an equally weighted equity index that serves as a benchmark for stocks of companies taking a leadership role in sustainability performance reporting and are traded on a major US stock exchange. Companies included voluntarily disclose their current environmental, social and governance risks as well as their revenue opportunities and how it will affect future performance. The Index is evaluated on a semi-annual basis in May and November. For more information about the NASDAQ OMX CRD Global Sustainability Index, including detailed eligibility criteria, visit https://indexes.nasdaqomx.com/.
More information on Goldcorp's social, environmental and economic performance can be found in the company's annual sustainability report (http://csr.goldcorp.com/2014). The report is published as part of the company's ongoing obligations as a member of the International Council on Mining and Metals and in accordance with its commitments under the United Nations' Global Compact and the Voluntary Principles on Security and Human Rights.