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Steelcase Inc. — full event log

Every event we have on file across every reporting year. The Data-by-year tab summarises the top 10 per year; this page shows them all.

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2025· 15 events

Net-zero by 2050 commitment announced, SBTi-validatedaffects net zero target yearData confidence — high

In FY2025 Steelcase announced commitment to net-zero by 2050, validated by Science Based Targets initiative. Includes near-term goal of 50% reduction in Scope 1+2 by 2030 from FY2020 baseline, and 28% reduction in certain Scope 3 categories.

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FY2020 net-zero baseline recalculatedaffects scope 1 co2eData confidence — high

Net-zero baseline (FY2020) emissions recalculated from previously reported figures to reflect improvements in data quality and calculation methodologies.

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Phase out single-use plastics in packaging by 2030affects packaging recyclable pctData confidence — high

Goal to phase out single-use plastics in Steelcase brand product packaging by FY2031, and achieve 75% recycled content in packaging by FY2031. Currently 43% recycled content.

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Doubled recycled content in flagship task chairsData confidence — high

In Americas, doubled recycled content in most popular task chairs (Series 1, Leap), achieving 35% average embodied carbon reduction across portfolio.

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Sarrebourg facility achieves ISO 50001 energy management certificationData confidence — high

Sarrebourg manufacturing facility in France achieved ISO 50001 certification for energy efficiency.

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Supplier SBT engagement goal sunsetData confidence — high

Goal to partner with 80% of suppliers based on emissions levels to set SBTs by 2025 — only 17.5% have set targets and 42% committed. Goal being sunset at end of calendar year per SBTi standards.

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100% of donations aligned to UN SDGsData confidence — high

Achieved goal: 100% of Steelcase social innovation investments/donations aligned to UN SDGs in FY2025.

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Primary: Embodied carbon reduction in flagship task chairs (Series 1, Leap)Data confidence — high

In Americas, doubled recycled content in highest-volume task chairs by replacing virgin petroleum plastics with recycled plastics derived from residential trash, recycled plastic bottles and carpet scraps. Resulted in 35% average embodied carbon reduction across the portfolio without sacrificing durability or certifications. Lessons being applied globally.

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Primary: Operational energy efficiency + manufacturing electrificationData confidence — high

Achieved 31% reduction in Scope 1+2 from FY2020 to FY2025, ahead of original forecast. Kentwood Wood Plant replaced 60+ older machines with 25 energy-efficient ones, cutting energy and CO2 by 10% (1,658 tCO2e). Stribro plant hit 50% reduction milestone early via efficiency + solar + cleaner grid.

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Dependent: Supplier science-based target engagementData confidence — high

Engaging suppliers (based on emissions levels) to set their own science-based targets — 17.5% have set targets, additional 42% have committed. Recognizes 2025 Carbon Reduction Leaders including PPG, Kvadrat, Milliken, Ultrafabrics. Sunsetting original 80% goal at end of CY in line with SBTi standards while continuing partnerships.

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Primary: Circular by Steelcase end-of-use services (Remake / Reuse / Recycle)Data confidence — high

Circular by Steelcase: Remade refurbishes task chairs to original spec with new warranty — Capgemini case study saw ~1,000 chairs remade, cutting per-chair carbon to ~one-third of new. Decommissioning service achieved >95% landfill diversion rate, diverting 2,180+ tons of FF&E from 1M+ sq ft of office space in FY2025.

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Primary: Packaging plastic phase-out + recycled contentData confidence — high

Phasing out single-use plastics in packaging by FY2031, targeting 75% recycled content. Currently 43% (up from 40% in FY2024). Rosenheim Germany replacing foam with paper-based packaging (eliminating 700,000+ linear meters of foam). Orangebox replaced foam with paper-based wraps; Sarrebourg France prototyping paper wraps to replace plastic stretch/shrink film. Athens Alabama saved ~2,775 lbs plastic/year and eliminated 300+ wood crates.

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Dependent: Logistics + business travel + employee commuting reductionData confidence — high

Achieved 37% reduction (FY2020–FY2025) in Scope 3 fuel/energy related activities, waste in operations and business travel vs 28% goal by 2030. Conducted employee commuting survey; Young Professionals BIG ran Carbon Challenge encouraging biking, carpooling, public transit. Packaging upgrades reducing shipment counts.

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Biochar removals + carbon credits maintain operational carbon neutralityData confidence — high

Steelcase achieves carbon neutrality for direct operations by financing carbon credit projects, including a biochar project in India where agricultural waste is pyrolyzed and applied to soil — locking carbon for centuries while improving crop yields. Also supports forest conservation in Michigan, clean cooking in Kenya, methane leak repair in Bangladesh, and carbon-storing concrete in North America. Verified by Climate Impact Partners. CarbonNeutral® product line offers life-cycle offset to customers.

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100% renewable electricity match across all operations + on-site solarData confidence — high

Steelcase annually purchases renewable energy equivalent to 100% of global electricity consumption in every country where it operates. Investing in on-site solar at key manufacturing locations including Rosenheim, Germany and Stribro, Czech Republic — the latter became the first Steelcase plant to achieve the 50% Scope 1+2 reduction target (vs FY2020) ahead of 2030 via on-site solar plus cleaner grid plus efficiency.

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