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Addressing the challenges of tomorrow’s mobility in a responsible way 

Leading the way towards more sustainable mobility

With demand for global mobility on the rise, cities and countries need transport solutions that help decrease greenhouse gas emissions, congestion, pollution and improve public health for the years to come.

We are convinced that access to transport is an essential factor of social progress and economic development.

It is our mission to support the transition towards global sustainable transport systems that are inclusive, environmentally friendly, safe and efficient while implementing a socially responsible business model.

As a signatory member of the United Nations Global Compact since 2008, Alstom supports the Sustainability Development Goals (SDGs) through various programmes, actions and innovations to serve a broad range of goals. 

  • Moving towards net zero mobility

    Moving towards net zero mobility

    We are dedicated to innovating efficient fossil-free solutions for a net zero world while reducing our operational impact and adapting to a changing climate.

    This pillar contributes to the United Nations' SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals) 7, 8, 9, 11 and 13.

  • Enabling resource preservation

    Enabling resource preservation

    We are applying eco-design principles to minimise the lifecycle impacts of our products and services, while adopting circular models to preserve resources and safeguard biodiversity.

    This pillar contributes to the United Nations' SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals) 8, 9, 11, 12 and 13.

  • Supporting community empowerment

    Supporting community empowerment

    We are focused on local socio-economic development by fostering lasting partnerships. We act to make mobility more inclusive and accessible.

    This pillar contributes to the United Nations' SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals) 4, 10 and 11.

  • Facilitating people care & growth

    Facilitating people care & growth

    We engage our people by creating a supportive workplace and culture that ensures their safety and health and by offering them opportunities for development and growth. We strive to become a leader on diversity, equity, and inclusion.

    This pillar contributes to the United Nations' SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals 3, 4 and 5.

  • Driving a responsible value chain

    Driving a responsible value chain

    We enhance environmental and social performance while protecting human rights throughout our value chain.

    This pillar contributes to the United Nations' SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals) 8, 12, 16 and 17.

"As a global leader in sustainable mobility, we hold a great responsibility towards our customers, partners, employees, passengers and ultimately society as a whole."

Henri Poupart-Lafarge
CEO, Alstom

Sustainable mobility

Driving decarbonisation in the mobility sector

Transport accounts for more than a quarter of global energy consumption; it is one of the human activities whose C02 emissions continue to rise. There is an urgent need to reduce the environmental impact of transport. Alstom is committed to supporting carbon neutrality in transport by building innovative, sustainable mobility solutions with a lower carbon-footprint while actively contributing to the public debates on sustainable development policies.

Sustainable mobility

Evaluating Alstom’s Sustainability & CSR policy

Corporate social responsibility

Caring for people and the planet

Committed to protecting employees, customers and society as a whole while preserving the environment, Alstom has developed a comprehensive and proactive Sustainability and CSR policy, which is deeply rooted in its strategy.

Environmental footprint
Worker posing in Sri City site, India

Sustainable Procurement
LI Hongying doing the machine insulation of KAZAK4 coil in coil line, Xi’an Alstom Yongji Electric Equipment Co., Ltd., Xayeeco, China, Feb 21, 2014

Health and Safety
Alstom foundation in India

Local Communities
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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Alstom

Alstom places ethics, integrity and responsibility at the heart of all its actions

Whether with employees, shareholders, customers in the public and private sectors, suppliers, competitors or partners, all of Alstom's relations with its stakeholders are guided by our fundamental principles of integrity and transparency.

Alstom’s commitment to ethics and compliance is underpinned by a comprehensive Code of Ethics. Upheld by a network of 563 local Ethics and Compliance Ambassadors worldwide, this policy is driven by local and global initiatives including ISO 37001 certification and a constantly evolving Integrity Program. 

"Our values and our ethical rules are a source of pride and unity at Alstom. They are one of our most valuable assets and we shall continue to draw on them as a source of strength and guidance."

Henri Poupart-Lafarge
Chairman and CEO
Ethics

Ethics
Chennai Metro Production – first train – Lapa site – Sao-Paulo - Brazil – April

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