OUR 2021 SUSTAINABILITY REPORT
Browse our latest Sustainability Report, covering our performance and actions during 2021, to discover how we strive to enable a sustainable future of mobility.
SUSTAINABILITY HIGHLIGHTS
>99% emission reducing technologies
More than 99% of our revenue and more than 99% of our R&D spend are centered on emission reducing technologies.
66,000 training hours
Garrett employees completed 66 thousand hours of training, more than a 34% increase from previous year.
21.8% overall women employees
Overall, 21.8% of all Garrett employees are women, on track toward the company’s ambition to reach 25% in 2025.
100% sites certified
All Garrett’s manufacturing sites have environmental (ISO 14001) and energy (ISO 50001) certification.
100% of employees trained on our Code
All Garrett employees have completed training on the Code of Business Conduct, and completed over 20,700 compliance-related courses.
OUR SUSTAINABILITY FRAMEWORK
We help make vehicles cleaner and more efficient
Garrett’s in-house experts are driving the future of sustainable mobility for both passenger and commercial vehicles, from internal combustion engine turbocharging and hybridization, to hydrogen fuel cell, electrification solutions and connected vehicle software.
Investing in a culture of innovation
We place a high value on developing the right working environment and the right skillsets — both within and outside our company — to advance our performance culture, support our growth strategy and ensure that the world at large can continue to benefit from breakthroughs in sustainable mobility.
Operating responsibly to ensure long-term impact
How we behave is as important as what we do. We are committed to reducing the environmental impact of our operations and to maintaining ethical business practices at all times so that Garrett can continue to innovate.
CONTRIBUTING TO UN SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS
The UN Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) is an ambitious plan to create a better world by 2030. At Garrett, while we contribute to many of the SDGs, we have identified five that are most relevant to our business and where we primarily focus.
LEARN MORE IN OUR SUSTAINABILITY REPORT
EXTERNAL RECOGNITION
Garrett ranks in the top 2% among companies in the automotive supply industry in EcoVadis with a gold rating. EcoVadis cover four topics: Environment, Labor & Human Rights, Ethics and Sustainable Procurement. We have a B score on CDP Climate Change and received an A – CDP Supplier Engagement Rating for climate change in 2022.
Latest Sustainability News
Garrett’s Mexicali Turbo Plant Leverages New Solar Panels, Saving +200 Tons of CO2 Annually
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Garrett Motion’s Sustainability Progress Earns Gold Ranking from EcoVadis
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Garrett Earns Top Tier Recognition for Supply Chain Sustainability Engagement from CDP
Garrett Motion recently earned an A- rating from non-profit organization CDP for supplier engagement on climate change, placing the company in the top tier globally…
Garrett Teams Around the Globe Help Open Minds, Doors to a STEM Career
“When we open minds, we open a door to what’s possible.” The words of Garrett’s Chief Technology Officer Craig Balis, as he reflects on another…
Garrett Invests in STEM Education in Romania, Launching 2 New Projects
Garrett Motion continues to invest in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) education in Romania launching two new interactive student projects in the academic year 2021/2022….
Garrett Makes Strong Strides in Sustainability, Ranks Among Industry’s Top 5% in EcoVadis Report
Garrett Motion’s corporate social responsibility and sustainability performance has been ranked among the top 5% of companies in the automotive supply industry, earning a Silver…
Garrett’s Culture and Technology Drive a More Sustainable Automotive Future
By Garrett Chief Technology Officer Craig Balis For us at Garrett, sustainability is at the heart of our DNA, both in terms of what we…
Garrett Showcases Next-Generation E-Boosting Technologies for Hybrid, Fuel Cell Vehicles at Auto Shanghai 2021
Diverse portfolio of electrification products as well as automotive software solutions to be on display at one of the world’s largest auto shows SHANGHAI, China,…
Garrett Helps Cultivate Students’ Curiosity, Passion for STEM through Month-long Activities
Garrett opened its “digital doors” to almost 200 young minds worldwide through its global celebration of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM). As part of…
Garrett Earns “B” Grade from CDP Climate Change, Exceeds Global Company Average
Garrett Motion earned a “B” ranking from the environmental non-profit organization CDP in its annual Climate Change analysis, underscoring Garrett’s commitment to continuously improve its…
Garrett STEM Scholarships Shine Bright for Rising Stars in India
Sixty rising technology stars in India are set to benefit from a Garrett scholarship program that is helping financially disadvantaged students pursue their dreams at…
Boosting Students’ Hopes and Dreams in Brno, Czech Republic
Garrett’s internship and graduate programs in the Czech Republic are boosting the hopes and dreams of more than 50 talented young people as they experience…
Expanding Students’ Horizons for IT Cyber Security Talent in India
Garrett Motion’s IT Cyber Security team in India has opened a window into top-level digital systems and information protection for 20 university students through an…
Garrett’s Employees Dedicate Week to Celebrating Inclusion While Supporting UNICEF
Garrett teams around the globe participated in the company’s annual Diversity & Inclusion Week from Oct. 26 – 30, with each engagement contributing to support…
Educating Future Innovators: Garrett Teams Volunteer to Help Students Find the Right Career Path
Exciting engineering projects, cool new technologies, and “train the trainers” insightful workshops replaced the common after-hours fun in the last couple of weeks for some…
Garrett’s Presov, Slovakia Facility Becomes Official University Partner to Educate Future Engineers
Garrett’s manufacturing facility in Presov, Slovakia took another step ahead in supporting young technical talents by signing an official cooperation contract with the country’s prestigious…
Fresh Perspectives – and Fun – for Garrett India’s Interns
When some of India’s brightest engineering and technology students were selected for Garrett India’s internship program, they expected technical challenges. . . but not the…
Garrett Earns EcoVadis Silver Medal for Corporate Social Responsibility, Among Industry’s Top 15%
For the second consecutive year Garrett has improved its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) score from EcoVadis, an independent CSR ratings company whose reports are closely…
Stronger, Together in India: Garrett Motion Provides Hospital Beds, Meals, PPE During Ongoing COVID-19 Battle
Garrett teams in Pune, Bangalore and Madurai have refocused their community outreach programs to support local populations impacted by COVID-19, providing funding for much-needed healthcare…
Garrett China Celebrates “Children’s Day” with WeChat STEM Challenge
The Garrett China WeChat audience voted on their favorite submissions for the Children’s Day STEM Challenge and the winners were announced in June. Hong Shu…
Garrett Children Learn About Parents’ Careers, Turbos & More During ‘Kids Day’ Educational Event at Swiss HQ
Cultivating a passion for careers in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) starts at home. But hearing about your parents’ jobs at the dinner table only…
Garrett Celebrates STEM Education with +250 Students, Competitions, Family Days & More
From California to India and many locations in between, Garrett research and development centers, plants and offices opened their doors throughout February for students, employees’…
Gallagher Names Garrett as a Best-in-Class Employer in the U.S.
Garrett was recently named by Gallagher as a Best-in-Class Employer for 2021 in the U.S. for its strong efforts to continuously improve employee and organizational…
Garrett Celebrates 45 Years of Continuous Automotive Innovation in Brazil
Garrett’s teams and local delegates recently celebrated 45 years of turbocharger production in Brazil and its investment in enhanced production capabilities to support customers across Latin…
Garrett China Recognized by Customers, Government for On-Time Deliveries During COVID-19 Lockdown Period
Garrett Motion’s Wuhan, China turbocharger plant recently earned three prominent awards from both the government and high-profile customers related to the site’s quick resumption of…
