Sustainability
We are committed to preserving our planet’s natural resources and ensuring the health and safety of our employees, families and communities. Nasdaq demonstrates its dedication by practicing sustainability, advocating for volunteerism and promoting philanthropy to make the world a better place.
Our sustainability strategy includes all environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues that affect our business, operations and internal and external stakeholders. Our global teams work together to create an impact in the marketplaces and communities where we live and work. We also advocate for ESG practices in our markets.
Exchanges serve an important role in encouraging practical and achievable environmental, social and governance principles. Nasdaq is honored as the only stock exchange in the Dow Jones North America Sustainability Index (DJSI). We are fully committed to continuing our ESG efforts, and we are excited to lead the shift towards more sustainable and inclusive capital markets.

Our Long-Term Sustainability Goals
Carbon Neutral
We offset our Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions in 2018 and 2019—and are on track to maintain carbon neutrality in 2020 and beyond.
Sustainable Offerings
We are creating profitable sustainability indexes or financial products.
ESG Best Practices
We are setting smart and attainable ESG management and transparency guidelines. We also support our listed companies in determining best ESG practices.
Resource Center
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Nasdaq ESG FAQ Download Nasdaq ESG FAQ
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2019 Sustainability Report Download 2019 Sustainability Report
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2018 Sustainability Report Download 2018 Sustainability Report
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2017 Sustainability Report Download 2017 Sustainability Report
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Nasdaq ESG Reporting Guide 2019 Download Nasdaq ESG Reporting Guide 2019
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UN Global Compact Report 2019 Download UN Global Compact Report 2019
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Sustainability Reporting Resources Download Sustainability Reporting Resources
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Nasdaq Corporate Values Statement Download Nasdaq Corporate Values Statement
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Environmental Practices Statement Download Environmental Practices Statement
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Nasdaq Human Rights Practices Statement Download Nasdaq Human Rights Practices Statement
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Information Protection and Privacy Practices Download Information Protection and Privacy Practices
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Supplier Code of Ethics Download Supplier Code of Ethics