Western Union Co 2018 SR
The report marks Western Union's first ESG disclosure, highlighting its commitment to inclusive innovation and global connectivity. In 2018, the company moved $300 billion in principal across 200 countries while investing nearly $1 billion in compliance over five years to combat illicit activity. Environmental efforts included achieving LEED Gold certification for its new Denver headquarters and reducing energy usage in its Costa Rica office by 26%. The company also emphasizes workforce diversity, with women comprising 50% of the global workforce and 34% of leadership roles at the director level and above. Furthermore, the Western Union Foundation reached a milestone of $120 million in total giving since 2001, focusing on education and disaster relief.
Company: Western Union Co
Sector: Financials
Country: United States
Year: 2018
Type: SR
Pages: 76
Western Union Co
ESG Report
The report marks Western Union's first ESG disclosure, highlighting its commitment to inclusive innovation and global connectivity. In 2018, the company moved $300 billion in principal across 200 countries while investing nearly $1 billion in compliance over five years to combat illicit activity. Environmental efforts included achieving LEED Gold certification for its new Denver headquarters and reducing energy usage in its Costa Rica office by 26%. The company also emphasizes workforce diversity, with women comprising 50% of the global workforce and 34% of leadership roles at the director level and above. Furthermore, the Western Union Foundation reached a milestone of $120 million in total giving since 2001, focusing on education and disaster relief.
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Document Details
Report Year
2018
Reporting Period
Jan 1, 2018 - Dec 31, 2018
Fiscal Year
2018
Type
Sustainability Report
Language
English
Pages
File Size
Standards & Assurance
Reporting Standards
Materiality Assessment
Other Standards
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Women on Board
Women in Management
Employees