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Responsibility We Elevate... Our World

Together with our customers, we shape the cities of the future by providing sustainable, smart urban mobility. Sustainability is integral to the Schindler way of doing business, defining how we work – creating value for all.

Sustainability roadmap Climate transition plan

Nonfinancial Report 2024

Since 2023, we publish our progress on our sustainability efforts in our annual report. Our NonFinancial report provides a detailed overview of our environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices.

Responsibility news & insights

5/26/25

City-savvy maintenance: beating traffic, cutting emissions

In every big city, knowing the best routes is a rite of passage. The same goes for our teams around the world – on their way to the next job site, they need to get from A to B quickly and efficiently. And sometimes, that means leaving the car behind.

5/5/25

Keeping a mega city moving

Mumbai’s extensive metro system relies on our high-performance escalators, made in India, to keep passengers moving efficiently through its stations.

4/29/25

Mind the gap: Reviving cities with rail systems

Across the globe, cities are rediscovering their true purpose – as vibrant hubs for human connection rather than transient spaces for vehicles. Rail networks are emerging as the propelling force enabling this transformation.

4/14/25

Ziraat Bank Headquarters – Setting new standards

The stunning new complex in the heart of Istanbul’s new financial district masterfully bridges past and present, combining the city’s rich cultural heritage with innovative vertical mobility solutions.

4/7/25

The power of less

Building smarter isn't just about adding tech – it's about designing structures that need less energy from the start.

3/3/25

Substance over style

Smart cities were going to fix everything – from gridlocked traffic and energy-inefficient buildings to lack of urban safety and waning quality of life. The vision was sleek.

2/23/25

Deloitte Centre – Bringing it all together

The opening of the Deloitte Centre in January 2024 marked the culmination of the building’s stunning transformation and the final piece in the Commercial Bay precinct puzzle.

2/11/25

Greener buildings, more sustainable cities: the power of modernization

At its core, modernization enhances every aspect of elevators, escalators, and moving walkways – from the technology that powers them to their functionality and design. But beyond that, modernization is a pathway to greater sustainability.

1/28/25

Rethinking urban living

Most of the buildings shaping our cities of the future are already here. Around 80% of the buildings that will exist in 2050 have already been built.

12/2/24

Schindler Academy – a commitment to the future

What better way to guarantee new technicians have the right knowledge and experience than by providing the training and certification yourself?

10/7/24

Shaping future talent and global careers

Since 1943, Schindler Switzerland has been at the forefront of professional education.

9/2/24

Empowering tomorrow's talent

In this series, we shine the spotlight on the different apprenticeship programs we run across the globe – one country at a time. This installment of our series takes us to Mexico.

7/20/24

JK Square

The JK square project in São Paulo is a symbol of architectural innovation. Our elevator installation technology, Schindler R.I.S.E, was used in the construction.

4/21/24

Beijing National Stadium

Instantly recognizable, the National Stadium in Beijing is more commonly known as the Bird's Nest – a nod to the complex latticework of 36 kilometers of steel that form the exterior and roof of the stadium.

4/7/24

Transforming Futures – Apprenticeships in Germany

Our apprenticeship program in Germany, built around strategic partnerships with other industry giants, offers immersive and hands-on training to our apprentices, preparing them for success in the industrial world.

4/1/24

Costanera Center – Delivering on every level

With four towers, a massive shopping mall, and millions of visitors moving throughout the complex every month, the Costanera Center is a project on a huge scale.

Supporting the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development

We support the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, as well as the Paris Climate Agreement. We've identified six United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDGs) where we can have the most impact – but we contribute to more.

Schindler commits to full-scope net-zero emissions by 2040

Schindler is an official supporter of the CDP

Participant of the UN Global Compact*

Schindler joined RE100 global initiative to use 100% renewable energy

We are a sustainability-minded supplier

Global Reporting Initiative

Supporting the global disability inclusion movement

Member of the World Business Council for Sustainable Development

Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures

*Schindler is a participant of the UN Global Compact since 2020 and is committed to its principles in the areas of human rights, labour, the environment and anti-corruption.