With more than a decade of investment and experience in sustainability, we apply an accountable, ethical approach to everything we do. As the advanced manufacturing partner of choice, we drive disciplined practices and take steps to help address the broader environmental and social challenges of our world, advance the well-being of our people and lead with integrity throughout the value chain.
We continuously build on our strong manufacturing heritage and advance our vision of sustainability through the contributions of our dedicated employees, who are committed to doing the right thing for all of our stakeholders.
To support our commitments, we align our sustainability programs and disclosures to the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) standards, Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) and Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB). Through our annual CDP response, we disclose our progress toward aligning with the TCFD recommendations and disclosures. In addition, we are members of the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) and ensure our activities align with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Our Flex 20 by 2020 goals
2020 marked the last year of working toward our Flex 20 by 2020 goals. We look forward to sharing our calendar year 2020 activities and final progress against these targets in our 2021 sustainability report.
To learn more about our calendar year 2019 activities and recognition from FTSE4GOOD Index, CDP Climate Change, Sustainalytics, Morgan Stanley Capital International (MSCI) and Institutional Shareholder Services ISS-ESG, among others, please download our 2020 sustainability report or view a brief factsheet.
Our 2030 sustainability goals and framework
Continuing our purpose-driven journey, we have refreshed our strategy, including environmental, social and corporate governance, to embed sustainability further into the fabric of our company. We have set long-term sustainability goals through 2030 against a new framework centered on our world, our people and our approach and spanning nine distinct pillars, including environment, community, health & safety, inclusion & diversity, labor practices, suppliers, customers, ethics and governance.
We’re committed to significantly lowering emissions through science based targets, investing in our communities, prioritizing safety, inclusion and diversity in our workplaces and driving ESG-compliant practices with transparency. By partnering with our suppliers and customers, our commitments span the entirety of the value chain and support the advancement of four UN SDGs:
- #3 Good Health and Well-being
- #8 Decent Work and Economic Growth
- #10 Reduced Inequalities
- #13 Climate Action
Our aim is make a tangible, measurable difference within and beyond our operations, and for all stakeholders – customers, suppliers, employees and investors – to proudly partner with us on the journey to a more sustainable future. And in the process, we’ll continue to make products that improve the world and enable market-leading brands to maintain a competitive, enduring advantage.
For more information, please visit Flex’s Sustainability website.