REC Group Becomes a Participant in the United Nations Global Compact Initiative

In a significant move towards bolstering its commitment to sustainable business practices, REC Solar Holdings AS (REC Group), a renowned international solar energy brand, has announced its participation in the United Nations Global Compact initiative.

The UN Global Compact serves as a voluntary leadership platform, urging companies to adopt and disclose responsible business strategies while aligning their operations with ten globally recognized principles encompassing human rights, labor, environmental stewardship, and anti-corruption measures.

CEO of REC Group, Jan Enno Bicker, emphasized the company’s longstanding dedication to sustainable practices, stating, “REC, founded over 25 years ago, has consistently fused high-efficiency solar PV products with sustainable manufacturing practices. Aligning with the ten principles of the United Nations Global Compact resonates with our core values, cementing REC as Solar’s Most Trusted.”

With over 15,000 companies and 3,800 non-business signatories from 160+ countries, the UN Global Compact, established in 2000, stands as the world’s largest corporate sustainability initiative. REC Group’s decision to participate underscores its commitment to positive global impact through robust Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG) strategies.

By affiliating with the UN Global Compact, REC Group signals its steadfast dedication to championing human rights, fair labor practices, environmental sustainability, and combating corruption. Furthermore, this alliance reinforces REC’s alignment with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Over the years, REC has actively reported its ESG efforts, adhering to the ISO 26000 guidelines and publishing annual ESG reports, emphasizing transparency. REC’s core ESG focus centers on delivering high-efficiency solar panels for emissions mitigation, ethical sourcing, and persistent efforts in energy, water, and waste reduction programs to diminish its environmental footprint.

The move by REC Group to join the UN Global Compact exemplifies its unwavering commitment to a sustainable future, amplifying its efforts to empower communities with clean solar energy while promoting positive outcomes for all stakeholders.