Dow Jones Sustainability Indices 2007-2008
Smith & Nephew has been included for the sixth year in the Dow Jones Sustainability Group indices for both Europe and the world.
The Dow Jones Sustainability Group Indices track the performance of the top 10% of the companies in the Dow Jones Global Index that lead the field in terms of sustainability. This index is based on three evaluations - questionnaire assessment, public information and verification. The assessment itself covers the three Sustainable
Development topics; economic, social and environmental impacts with some 33 criteria to be satisfied. Corporate Sustainability creates long-term shareholder value by embracing opportunities and managing risks deriving from economic, environmental and social developments.
A detailed report showing our sustainability performance against the industry leader and the industry average for every assessed criteria can be accessed by clicking here.