News Summary
Cooper Standard has announced its 2024 Corporate Responsibility Report, showcasing its commitment to sustainability and ethical practices. The report details the company’s goals for carbon neutrality by 2050, highlights initiatives for reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and outlines key priorities such as energy management and workforce engagement. The initiative reflects Cooper Standard’s dedication to adapting to evolving regulations and building stakeholder trust while addressing global industry challenges. The full report is available on the company’s website.
Northville, Mich. – Cooper Standard, a global supplier of sealing and fluid handling systems, has unveiled its 2024 Corporate Responsibility Report, revealing its commitment to sustainability and ethical practices. This report, titled “Transformation: Change is Constant,” was released on May 14, 2025, outlining the company’s ambitious goals for carbon neutrality and highlighting its dedication to enhancing stakeholder trust.
As part of its ongoing transformation, Cooper Standard has set a target to achieve carbon neutrality in Europe by 2040 and globally by 2050. The company aims to address climate change and environmental concerns through various initiatives that prioritize energy management, greenhouse gas emissions reduction, and sustainable product lifecycles.
CEO Jeffrey Edwards underscored the importance of agility in today’s fast-evolving regulatory landscape. To remain competitive while adhering to ethical business practices, Cooper Standard has focused on adaptability to meet its customers’ changing requirements.
Key Components of the Report
The 2024 Corporate Responsibility Report includes the first double materiality assessment for Cooper Standard, aligning with the European Union’s new Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive. This assessment reflects the company’s commitment to evaluate both the impact of its operations on the environment and the influence of environmental factors on its business resilience.
Additionally, Cooper Standard collaborated with a third-party organization to develop Impact, Risk, and Opportunity statements that analyze its business operations and value chain, ensuring a comprehensive approach to corporate responsibility. The report emphasizes the company’s key priorities, which include:
- Energy management
- Greenhouse gas emissions
- Climate change adaptation
- Product lifecycle management
- Circularity and waste reduction
- Workforce engagement and human rights
- Business ethics and customer trust
Measurable Progress and Stakeholder Engagement
The report outlines measurable advancements made by Cooper Standard in addressing stakeholder needs with transparent strategies aligned with its core values. This progress is essential as the company benchmarks itself against industry peers to identify areas for improvement and exceed standard expectations.
Cooper Standard’s commitment to corporate responsibility reflects its proactive approach in responding to global industry challenges. The company strives to deliver long-term value in an increasingly dynamic market while ensuring its practices remain sustainable and ethical.
Background and Company Overview
Cooper Standard operates in 20 countries, employing around 22,000 team members and positioning itself as a leader in the automotive parts supply industry. With a focus on sealing and fluid handling systems, the company emphasizes the importance of aligning its business strategies with responsible practices that protect the environment and enhance community well-being.
The full Corporate Responsibility Report, which details the company’s strategic initiatives, measurable goals, and achievements, is available for review on the Cooper Standard website. This transparent sharing of information supports Cooper Standard’s commitment to accountability and stakeholder engagement, reinforcing its role as a responsible corporate citizen in the global market.
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