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Sustainability

For over a century, we have enabled cities to grow taller, more accessible, and energy efficient. For us, leading in our industry also means leading in sustainability.

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Our focus areas in sustainability

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    Climate

    Innovative solutions to cut carbon

    As cities worldwide set ambitious climate targets, we help them achieve their goals with innovative solutions that enhance energy efficiency and optimize material usage. Our goal is clear: to be the best partner for our customers throughout the building lifecycle – from small residential buildings to towering skyscrapers. As an industry pioneer, we were the first to set ambitious, science-based climate targets.

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    People

    Belonging and safety for all

    Belonging, inclusion, and safety are essential for both individual well-being and business success. At KONE, we embed diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) into our culture, ensuring equal opportunities for all. At the same time, safety is a non-negotiable. Every employee, partner, customer and end user deserves a safe environment – from safe workplaces to seamless urban flow.

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    Ethics

    Trust and transparency as our foundation

    As we operate in more than 70 countries with 30,000 suppliers worldwide, we know trust is earned through action. That’s why integrity and transparency guide every decision we make. We uphold the highest ethical standards across our value chain, providing clear compliance rules and guidance for both ourselves and our partners. Our Code of Conduct is at the heart of our company culture.

Our sustainability highlights in 2025

  • -30%

    Emissions from our own operations (scope 1&2) have decreased by 30%, compared to 2018.

  • -22.6%

    Product-related emissions per product ordered decreased by 22.6%, compared to 2018 (scope 3).

  • 27.6%

    of our director level positions were held by women.

  • 97%

    of our employees completed our annual Code of Conduct training.

  • 65%

    Step change in the numbers of elevators with regenerative drives - nearly 65% of KONE elevators equipped with regenerative drives.

  • 94%

    of our employees have completed our general KONE safety training by the end of 2025.

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Sustainability journey

KONE has always been a forerunner in sustainability. Already in 2008, we integrated sustainable development into the core of our corporate strategy and proudly published our first Sustainability Report. Today, we continue to push boundaries with new innovations, partnerships, and ambitious targets. 

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