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Verified June 2026ESG & Sustainability Profile
Key Facts
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Johnson & Johnson, a global healthcare leader, has made a lot of sustainable progress by incorporating ESG principles into its operations. The company is committed to sustainable practices, including carbon neutrality and waste reduction, aiming for net-zero emissions by 2030. J&J's ESG rating reflects its positive efforts in improving healthcare access and investing in philanthropy. However, the company has faced ongoing legal and governance issues, particularly related to lawsuits concerning its talcum powder products, which have raised concerns about corporate ethics and accountability. Despite these challenges, Johnson & Johnson’s ESG score is bolstered by its contributions to global health, including COVID-19 vaccine development and its focus on diversity and inclusion. For more...
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Key Insights
Key Insights
Covered by 3 ESG rating providers
Strong coverage
Net Zero target: 2045
19 years to achieve
Science Based Targets approved
Validated emissions reduction pathway
Sustainability Commitments & Climate Targets
Johnson & Johnson ESG Rating Coverage - Sustainalytics & LSEG
Analyzed by both major ESG rating providers - verified
| Provider | Coverage | Details |
|---|---|---|
Morningstar Sustainalytics ESG Risk Ratings | Covered | |
LSEG (Refinitiv) ESG Scores & Data | Covered |
Coverage verified from 2 of 2 active providers.
ESG Rating Provider Coverage
MSCI ESG Ratings
Measures company exposure to industry-specific ESG risks and management of those risks relative to peers.
MSCI identifies the ESG risks most relevant to each industry, then scores companies on how well they manage those risks compared to peers. Ratings range from AAA (leader) to CCC (laggard) and are reviewed annually.
View on MSCIMorningstar Sustainalytics ESG Risk Ratings
Assesses the degree to which a company's economic value is at risk driven by ESG factors.
Sustainalytics measures unmanaged ESG risk — the gap between a company's total exposure to material ESG issues and how much of that exposure its management practices address. Lower scores indicate less unmanaged risk.
View on SustainalyticsLSEG (Refinitiv) ESG Scores
Evaluates company ESG performance based on publicly available, verifiable data across 630+ metrics.
LSEG scores companies across 630+ ESG data points drawn entirely from public disclosures — annual reports, sustainability filings, and regulatory submissions. Scores are weighted by industry materiality and benchmarked against sector peers.
View on LSEGCoverage status indicates whether publicly available ESG data from each provider has been identified for Johnson & Johnson. For official ratings and scores, visit provider websites directly.
Sustainability News & Updates
12 items12 ESG news items tracked · 6 from KnowESG editorial · 6 from wire sources

Johnson Controls 2026 Sustainability Report Drives Decarbonization Growth

SC Johnson Stops 40M kg Coastal Plastic

Johnson Controls Among Best Diversity Workplaces

UK’s Johnson to Attend COP27 Summit in Egypt
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Inclusion Score
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Trusaic
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Frequently Asked Questions
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