Clarivate Plc Unveils 2024 Sustainability Report: A Commitment to Sustainable Development Goals
Clarivate Plc (NYSE: CLVT), a prominent global provider of transformative intelligence, has released its 2024 sustainability report, showcasing the company's ongoing commitment to sustainability and adherence to Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles. The report, made public on September 18, 2025, outlines Clarivate's alignment with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs), emphasizing its contributions to all 17 goals over the past year.
1. Key Initiatives and Partnerships
In 2024, Clarivate took significant steps by signing the UN SDGs Publishers Compact, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable practices. This initiative complements its existing obligations to the United Nations Global Compact, the United Nations Women's Empowerment Principles, and the CEO Action for Inclusion & Diversity.
Matti Shem Tov, Chief Executive Officer of Clarivate, articulated the company’s vision: "At Clarivate, we help people and organizations think forward, which is essential for a sustainable future. We are committed to driving sustainability by providing our solutions that help our customers advance UN SDGs worldwide."
2. Noteworthy Achievements
The sustainability report highlights several key achievements that reinforce Clarivate's commitment to sustainability:
- Revenue Alignment: A remarkable 49% of Clarivate's revenue is directly aligned with the UN SDGs, showcasing the company's focus on sustainability in its business operations.
- Sustainability Ebook Subscription: The Academia and Government segment has introduced a Sustainability Ebook Subscription, which is mapped to all 17 SDGs, providing vital resources for education and research.
- Community Engagement: Clarivate employees utilized their volunteer time off benefits to contribute nearly 32,000 collective hours to community improvement initiatives, reflecting the company’s dedication to social responsibility.
- Mentoring Program: A company-wide 'Clarivate Mentoring Program' was launched to support colleagues in their professional development and career growth, demonstrating a commitment to employee welfare and development.
- Global Mentorship Initiative Recognition: Clarivate was recognized among the top five corporate partners in the Global Mentorship Initiative and became the first corporate partner to have 10x repeat mentors, highlighting its role in fostering mentorship and professional growth.
3. Alignment with UN Sustainable Development Goals
The report details how Clarivate's corporate sustainability initiatives align with specific UN SDGs:
- SDG 4: Quality Education: Clarivate's solutions impact over 130 million students, enhancing their learning and research experiences while serving more than 26,000 public and academic libraries.
- SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure: Clarivate provides critical data and insights that support innovation and technological advancement, enabling faster market introduction of new ideas and products. With over 200 million documents detailing research outcomes, Clarivate empowers policymakers to navigate the global technology landscape effectively.
- Commitment to Global Standards: By signing the UN SDGs Publishers Compact, Clarivate reinforces its role as a champion of sustainable practices during the Decade of Action (2020-2030).
4. Future Outlook
Liliana Hinderman, Senior Vice President and Chief Risk and Sustainability Officer, emphasized the importance of sustainability within the company's core values: "At Clarivate, our commitment to sustainability is not just a corporate responsibility but a core part of who we are. We are proud to share our unwavering commitment, progress, and future plans in this report. We continue to integrate sustainability into our business goals, which are designed to help us and our clients advance a more sustainable world."
As Clarivate continues to enhance its sustainability initiatives, the 2024 report serves as a testament to its ongoing efforts to foster a sustainable future through innovation, community engagement, and alignment with global sustainability goals.
For further details, stakeholders and interested parties can access the full report on Clarivate’s official website.