Yduqs achieves AA rating from MSCI, becoming the sole global leader in ESG with a focus on higher education
We are the only education group in Latin America to achieve this milestone
On October 25th, Yduqs received an upgrade from MSCI, the agency that conducts research, evaluations, and analyses of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) business practices for thousands of companies worldwide. The rating was elevated from A to AA, earning the company the distinction of being a "global leader in ESG" according to the agency. With this achievement, Yduqs becomes the only educational organization in Latin America to reach this level of excellence and the only 'AA' rated company in the world dedicated to higher education.
MSCI's research is designed to provide crucial insights that can help institutional investors identify risks and opportunities that traditional investment rankings may not capture. The agency's evaluations cover 10 sector-specific categories, addressing aspects related to the three dimensions of ESG while considering a company's ESG risk management capabilities relative to market peers.
Recent, impactful initiatives that contributed to Yduqs' improved rating include efforts to reduce carbon emissions, the implementation of responsible marketing policies and training for the entire sales force, and initiatives related to the quality of services provided and the safeguarding of student data.
"Our recent advancements in governance have had an amplified effect on our strengths," says Cláudia Romano, Vice President of Government Relations, ESG, and Communications at Yduqs and President of the Yduqs Institute. "ESG has always been at the core of our company and our educational institutions. Now, we have added precise indicators and defined goals, with a strong focus on risk management. Good governance is the foundation of a lasting legacy. This new rating energizes us to continue taking the lead, expanding our positive social impact, and creating value for all our stakeholders."
Significant efforts to enhance processes and improve communication channels have helped shed more light on these ESG achievements.
"Today, we report our initiatives in a much clearer and more tailored manner to each stakeholder, allowing for deeper insights, especially for investors and analysts. Our Sustainability Report, the ESG Forum, the ESG Hub on our website, and the quarterly ESG report are examples of channels that have been revamped or created over the past two years and now constitute an information platform that enables clear and transparent assessments for everyone interested in our work," emphasizes Joice Portella, Yduqs' Sustainability Manager.
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