Pearson PLC 2018 SR
The report highlights Pearson's progress in its 2020 Sustainability Plan, focusing on three pillars: reaching more learners, shaping the future of learning, and being a trusted partner. Key achievements include reaching 1.4 million students through the Inclusive Access model, awarding over 1,800 BTEC qualifications to young women in Africa, and reducing energy consumption by 56% from a 2009 baseline. The company also published its first human rights statement and released third-party audited efficacy reports for its products. Pearson continues to align its strategy with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, specifically SDGs 4, 8, and 10.
Company: Pearson PLC
Sector: Media & publishing
Country: United Kingdom
Year: 2018
Type: SR
Pages: 64
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Pearson PLC
Sustainability Report
The report highlights Pearson's progress in its 2020 Sustainability Plan, focusing on three pillars: reaching more learners, shaping the future of learning, and being a trusted partner. Key achievements include reaching 1.4 million students through the Inclusive Access model, awarding over 1,800 BTEC qualifications to young women in Africa, and reducing energy consumption by 56% from a 2009 baseline. The company also published its first human rights statement and released third-party audited efficacy reports for its products. Pearson continues to align its strategy with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, specifically SDGs 4, 8, and 10.
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Document Details
Report Year
2018
Reporting Period
Jan 1, 2018 - Dec 31, 2018
Fiscal Year
2018
Published
May 29, 2019
Type
Sustainability Report
Language
English
Pages
File Size
Standards & Assurance
Reporting Standards
Materiality Assessment
Assurance
Sustainable Development Goals
Other Standards
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Energy Consumption
Renewable Energy
Women on Board
Women in Management
Employees