IRVINE,
Calif., July 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Kia is
pleased to announce that it has been named among TIME Magazine's
"World's Most Sustainable Companies of 2024."
TIME Magazine collected a roster of over 5,000 of the world's
largest and most influential companies, and then partnered with
data firm Statista to develop methodology to assess sustainability.
Companies were measured on external sustainability ratings. Key
criteria included adherence to the UN Global Compact, alignment
with the Science Based Targets initiative, inclusion in the S&P
Global Sustainability Yearbook, participation in the UNFCCC Race to
Zero, and MSCI ESG & SRI evaluations. The final step involved
researching various environmental and social Key Performance
Indicators (KPIs) from the companies' Corporate Social
Responsibility (CSR) reports.
"Kia is honored to be recognized in TIME's 'World's Most
Sustainable Companies of 2024' list," said Steven Center, COO &
EVP, Kia America. "This
accolade reflects Kia's commitment to electrified vehicles. Kia is
driving towards a future where mobility is sustainable, efficient,
and accessible to everyone. This distinction from TIME motivates us
to further accelerate our efforts in creating a sustainable future
for all."
Kia's sustainable mobility initiatives are guided by its
comprehensive "Plan S" strategy. "Plan S" represents a bold shift
for Kia, heavily focusing on electrification. Kia expects to build
an EV lineup of 15 models globally by 2027, including the recently
revealed EV3.
See TIME's full list here:
time.com/collection/worlds-most-sustainable-companies-2024/
Kia America – about us
Headquartered in Irvine,
California, Kia America
continues to top automotive quality surveys. Kia is recognized as
one of the TIME100 Most Influential Companies of 2023. Kia serves
as the "Official Automotive Partner" of the NBA and offers a range
of gasoline, hybrid, plug-in hybrid and electric vehicles sold
through a network of over 775 dealers in the U.S., including
several cars and SUVs proudly assembled in America*.
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* The 2025 or newer EV9 all-electric three-row
SUV, Sportage (excludes HEV and PHEV models), Sorento (excludes HEV
and PHEV models), and Telluride are assembled in the United States from U.S. and globally
sourced parts.
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