Wilmar International has earned its fourth consecutive inclusion in the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI) World Index 2024, according to a Dec 17 release.
Wilmar is the only Singapore-incorporated company under the food products category to be listed in the index.
According to the group, this also marks the fifth year of Wilmar’s recognition on the DJSI Asia Pacific Index.
This year, Wilmar achieved a score of 69 out of 100 in the 2024 S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment, two points higher as compared to the group’s score in 2023.
Jeremy Goon, Wilmar’s chief sustainability officer, says: “Our success in achieving these significant milestones is a direct result of our long-term vision and the steadfast dedication of our teams across our global operations. We are grateful for this recognition of our commitment to reducing our environmental footprint and our responsibility to the communities we serve.”
According to the group, some of Wilmar’s initiatives include conducting assessments to ensure that all of Wilmar’s employees and contractors receive a living wage, and advancing its commitment to net-zero emissions under the Science Based Targets initiative.
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Goon adds: “As we continue to strengthen our environmental, social and governance (ESG) performance and ensure our position as a leader in sustainable practices, we remain committed to leading the way in responsible and sustainable agribusiness practices.”
Shares in Wilmar International closed 2 cents higher, or up 0.66%, at $3.04 on Dec 17.
