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Steelcase 2025 Impact Report Highlights

Steelcase, a prominent player in global design and a thought leader in workplace environments, recently published its 2025 Impact Report titled Our Work Toward Better Futures. This comprehensive document not only presents the company's strides in building community but also underscores its commitment to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. By focusing on both people and the planet, Steelcase aims to create thriving environments for all.

Building Community

In its quest for a better future, Steelcase is dedicated to enhancing community well-being. The company actively encourages inclusion and integrity through various initiatives that empower employees to take part in projects that foster community engagement. Highlighted achievements in this area include:

• - Global Volunteer Initiatives: 72 projects were initiated worldwide to promote employee volunteerism, resulting in a significant local impact.
• - Community Partnerships: Steelcase employees established 186 partnerships in 35 locations, amplifying local engagement through collaborative efforts.
• - Cultural Inclusivity Events: Over 2,000 employees participated in events organized by the Business Inclusion Group, enhancing awareness of diverse cultures.
• - Core Values in Practice: An impressive 81.5% of salaried employees reported seeing the company's Core Values actively reflected in their workplace.
• - Social Responsibility Contributions: All charitable efforts amounted to $10.4 million in FY2025, with donations supporting the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals.

Environmental Impact and Net Zero Goals

Steelcase is resolutely focused on diminishing its carbon footprint while also improving environmental responsibility within its supply chain and product development processes. The company's trajectory towards achieving net-zero emissions is marked by ambitious goals and strategic collaborations. Key highlights from the report include:

• - Emissions Reduction: The company has successfully decreased Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 31% since FY2020, on the path to a 50% reduction target by FY2030.
• - Scope 3 Emissions Cuts: There has been a notable 37% decline in Scope 3 emissions, encompassing those from fuel, energy use, waste, and travel, since FY2020.
• - Commitment to Circular Design: By doubling the recycled content in its seating products, Steelcase emphasizes sustainability in its design processes.
• - CarbonNeutral® Product Offerings: More than 15,000 CarbonNeutral® certified products have been purchased globally since FY2023, effectively avoiding over 2,400 metric tons of CO₂e emissions.
• - Recycled Packaging Metrics: The company succeeded in increasing recycled content in its single-use packaging to 43%, up from last year's 40%.

Steelcase stands as a trailblazer in the contract furniture industry with its transparent approach to implementing a net-zero transition plan, validated by the Science Based Targets initiative. The firm continues to engage with suppliers, customers, and communities to cultivate collective impact toward sustainability.

The document provides vital insights into Steelcase's operations during its fiscal year 2025, which extended from March 2024 through February 2025. For those interested in a comprehensive understanding of Steelcase’s initiatives, the full report can be accessed at Steelcase.com/People-Planet.

About Steelcase

Steelcase (NYSE: SCS) is a globally recognized design and thought leader committed to transforming how the world works. Their mission is to enhance workplace efficiency through innovative furniture solutions tailored for diverse environments including offices, homes, educational institutions, and healthcare settings. With a talented workforce of over 11,300 employees and a collaborative network of approximately 790 expert dealers, Steelcase is dedicated to promoting the well-being of both individuals and the planet. To learn more, visit Steelcase.com.