Rockwell Automation Awarded the 2023 “Annual Corporate ESG Practice Award”

On December 20, 2023, Rockwell Automation (China) Limited proudly received the “Annual Corporate ESG Practice Award” at the 6th Interface Financial Annual Meeting initiated by the Shanghai Newspaper Group | Interface News. As a global leader in industrial automation, informatization, and digital transformation, Rockwell Automation clinched the award for its outstanding performance in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) aspects.

Rockwell Automation Awarded the 2023 “Annual Corporate ESG Practice Award”

In his keynote speech at the financial annual meeting, Li Dong, Director of the Intelligent Manufacturing Innovation Research Institute at Rockwell Automation (China) Limited, emphasized the company’s commitment to integrating the principles of safety, energy efficiency, environmental protection, and efficiency (SEEE) into smart manufacturing. Li Dong stated, “Corporate social responsibility and green, low-carbon development have been the focus of Rockwell Automation over the years, and this award is a recognition of our extensive efforts and achievements in the ESG field.”

Rockwell Automation is dedicated to developing innovative, sustainable products and solutions while fostering a corporate culture that prioritizes employee safety and responsible production. According to the Sustainable Development Report for 2022, the company achieved the recycling or reuse of 84% of its 7,663 metric tons of waste and generated $1.9 billion in revenue from energy-efficient products. Moreover, Rockwell Automation donated $10 million for initiatives such as STEM education, fairness and inclusivity, and talent attraction. The company aims to achieve net-zero carbon emissions for Scope 1 (direct) and Scope 2 (indirect) by 2030.

Li Dong emphasized, “Looking ahead, we will continue to lead as an ‘ESG pioneer,’ actively promoting the construction of a net-zero ecosystem and cultivating a high-quality corporate culture, contributing to the sustainable development of ourselves, our customers, and the communities we operate in.”

As a key player in the productive service industry chain, Rockwell Automation is leveraging its technological capabilities to empower local partners in their cross-sectoral advancements, contributing to a net-zero future. The company recently launched the Rockii Net-Zero solution, tailored to meet local market demands and assist industry partners in achieving their green development goals. Additionally, Rockwell Automation established the Rockii ESG Alliance and unveiled the Rockii ESG strategic solution at the 6th China International Import Expo. These initiatives aim to reshape the supply chain landscape, offering services such as ESG consulting, assessment, data analysis, and benchmarking, thus promoting green and low-carbon development in the Chinese manufacturing industry.

President of Rockwell Automation (China) Limited, Shi An, highlighted the growing role of ESG in the evolving trend of low-carbon transformation in the supply chain. He emphasized, “ESG is not only a crucial entry point connecting the upstream and downstream of the industrial chain but also one of the essential criteria for brand elevation. We are actively sharing our rich experience and innovative technologies in the ESG field with multiple partners, collectively advancing towards the high-end of the industrial chain.”

In collaboration with the Shanghai Caohejing Development Zone, Rockwell Automation is establishing the Caohejing·Rockwell Automation Net-Zero Intelligent Manufacturing Innovation Center. Through this collaboration, the company aims to integrate sustainable practices into various industry chains, fostering cross-sectoral resources and promoting the sustainable development of economic industries.

Looking forward, Rockwell Automation will continue to prioritize environmental management within its operational scope and throughout the entire value chain. The company will also focus on nurturing professional talent, equipping the industry with cross-disciplinary thinkers. Additionally, Rockwell Automation plans to align its innovative capabilities with specific industry and customer needs, assisting ecosystem partners in achieving their ESG goals and complying with new regulatory requirements. The company aims to foster sustainable market development, leading the way towards an infinitely promising future.