Wiley’s FY24 Environmental, Social, Governance (ESG) Report Highlights its Progress Towards a Sustainable Future Through Knowledg

Hoboken, NJ-Wiley, one of the world's largest publishers and a trusted leader in research and learning, has released its FY24 sustainability reporttoday, showcasingits continuedcommitment to environmental action, inclusion, and integrity in publishing. Driven by its Advancing Sustainability through Knowledge (ASK) strategy, the company is making constant efforts to reduce carbon emissions, publish high-impact content aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and maintainthe integrity of academic publishing in the face ofadvanced technology likeartificial intelligence (AI).

Access the full FY24 ESG Report here.

Key highlightsinclude:

• Carbon Net-Zero by 2040: In FY24, Wiley's net-zero strategy, based on targets validatedby the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi), made solid progress through real estate optimization, energy efficiency upgrades, and supply chain engagement. The company remainscommitted to achieving carbon net-zeroby 2040, building on these initiatives to reduce its environmental impact.

• UN SDG Impact with Nearly 60,000Published Articles: In 2023, Wiley published close to 60,000 articles aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), amplifying its impact on global challenges like quality education, reduced inequalities, and climate action. Wiley also recently announced a new SDG website, a central hub for Wiley-published knowledge and research insights related to all 17 SDGs.

• Employee Engagement in ESG Initiatives: Wiley employees have contributed to ESG activities, with robust support from the company's Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)and ESG working groups. This demonstrates the organization's commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture that drives sustainability and societal progress.

• Leadership in Open Access: Authors continue tochooseto publish their work in Wiley's wide array of open accesspublishing options, ensuring broader exposure to scientific knowledge and supporting the company'svision to share knowledge widely and inclusively.

• Integrity in Publishing with AI Tools: The organizationcontinues to embrace advancements in publishing technology by incorporating AI-driven tools to enhance research integrity. The companyhas deployed a suite of tools designed to detect various forms of research fraud, including AI-generated content and paper mill manipulation. These tools help uphold the integrity of the scholarly record by identifyingproblematic phrases, irregular publication patterns, and verifying researcher identities.

Commenting on the release of the FY24 ESG report, Matthew Kissner, President & CEO of Wiley said, "In FY24, our colleagues, customers,and partners all over the world worked to advancesustainability through knowledge. It'snever been more important to ensure that the world has access to the latest scientific and educational information, as people everywhere work to solve society's greatest challenges. We'reproud of the role our publishing and solutions play in inspiring environmental progress andsocietal change, and we are committed to continuing to lead as an inclusive partner to the research and learning community."

Bill Deluise, Corporate VP, Communications and Corporate Impact of Wiley added, "At Wiley, we'vebeen helping new ideasspread for 217 years and counting. We are pleased with the progress we made last year in reducingour carbon footprint, increasing equitableaccess to knowledge, and advancingintegrity in the age of AI, but we know the workis far from finished. The world needsa global movement toward a more inclusive, sustainable future, and we're gratefulto be collaborating as part of the solution."

About Wiley:

Wiley (NYSE: WLY) is one of the world's largest publishers and a trusted leader in research and learning. Our industry-leading content, services, platforms, and knowledge networks are tailored to meet the evolving needs of our customers and partners, including researchers, students, instructors, professionals, institutions, and corporations. We empower knowledge-seekers to transform today's biggest obstacles into tomorrow's brightest opportunities. For more than two centuries, Wiley has been delivering on its timeless mission to unlock human potential. Visit us at Wiley.com. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedInand Instagram. 

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