JCDecaux is cited in the CDP A-List to maintain its leadership level in 2021

Paris, December 13, 2021-JCDecaux SA (Paris Euronext: DEC), the world’s largest outdoor advertising company, has once again been recognized by the global non-profit organization Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) for its commitment to sustainable development . Response to the 2021 climate change questionnaire.

Since 2011, JCDecaux has been listed as a listed company by CDP and is one of the few outstanding companies among the nearly 12,000 companies evaluated. JCDecaux reflects its important and measurable environmental actions. It has raised its overall evaluation from A- to A, and has become part of the CDP A-list as in 2019, demonstrating companies that are in a leading position in addressing climate change. This year, JCDecaux is the only European company in the network and marketing services category to be included in the CDP A list, and its performance is far above average (C).

CDP's environmental report and rating process are published annually and are widely regarded as a benchmark for corporate environmental transparency. CDP uses a detailed and independent method as the basis for its evaluation. Based on the comprehensiveness of the company’s disclosure, environmental risk awareness and management, and best practices related to environmental leadership, it assigns a score from A to D- to the company, for example, as a set Ambitious and meaningful goals.

The Group’s efforts in reducing emissions, mitigating climate risks, and developing a low-carbon economy have received the latest recognition, which is a true proof of its commitment, policy strength and transparency on environmental issues.

In 2019, JCDecaux became the first outdoor advertising group to join RE100. RE100 is an international initiative that brings together companies committed to 100% renewable electricity. Today, the group is actively implementing plans to reduce energy impact through practical measures:

Since the launch of the sustainable development strategy in 2014, JCDecaux’s net emissions have rapidly been reduced by more than three times. The Group is confident in meeting the environmental challenges in the future. Its firm commitment to climate will be set out in a new strategic roadmap for 2030, which will be announced in early 2022.

Reducing the group's carbon footprint is still a top priority. JCDecaux is committed to contributing to the earth's carbon neutrality with the active participation of JCDecaux France from 2021. To achieve this goal, a dynamic long-term strategy for continuous improvement has been formulated, including several phases: measurement, reduction and contribution.

CDP CEO Paul Simpson said: “Congratulations to all companies on this year’s A-list. Taking the lead in environmental transparency and action is one of the most important steps that companies can take. This is especially true in the six assessment reports. The scale of risks to companies caused by climate change, water insecurity and deforestation cannot be ignored. We know that the opportunity to take action is far greater than the risk of not taking action. The leadership of the private sector is very The global ambitions of a net-zero, naturally positive, and fair world are of utmost importance. Our A List aims to recognize companies that are prepared to excel in the economy of the future by taking action today."

Jean-François Decaux, Chairman of the Executive Board and Co-CEO of JCDecaux, said: “We are particularly proud to be selected again for the CDP A-list. This recognition reflects our respect for society and interests. The historical commitment to a sustainable business model. Environment, and at the same time to show all stakeholders our maturity and sense of responsibility for climate emergencies. As a major participant in sustainable development and predicting future changes, we encourage others in the outdoor advertising industry Companies and participants share the same pragmatism and ambition, and public authorities must ensure that these quality, sustainability and efficiency standards are met in public procurement."

CDP is a global non-profit organization that operates a global environmental disclosure system for companies, cities, states, and regions. Founded in 2000, CDP has worked with more than 590 investors with assets of more than 110 trillion U.S. dollars to encourage companies to disclose their environmental impact, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, protect water resources, and protect forests. In 2021, more than 14,000 organizations worldwide disclosed data through CDP, including more than 13,000 companies, worth more than 64% of the global market value, and more than 1,100 cities, states, and regions. CDP is fully consistent with TCFD and has the world's largest environmental database. CDP scores are widely used to promote investment and procurement decisions to achieve a zero-carbon, sustainable and resilient economy. CDP is a founding member of the Science-Based Goal Plan, We Mean Business Coalition, Investor Agenda, and Net Zero Asset Management Plan. Visit cdp.net or follow us @CDP to learn more.

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