What is the ESR distinction?
The ESR Distinction is an award granted annually in Mexico by the Mexican Center for Philanthropy (Cemefi) and AliaRSE (Alliance for Corporate Social Responsibility). It accredits companies before employees, investors, clients, authorities, and society in general for voluntarily and publicly committing to socially responsible management as part of their culture and business strategy. While the ESR Distinction is not the only tool for recognizing corporate social responsibility strategies in Mexico, it enjoys the greatest recognition at the business, governmental, and academic levels. The distinction is not a CSR certification because it is not an audit process. It is a self-assessment process covering various areas of the company. All legally established companies operating in Mexico, regardless of size or sector, can participate in obtaining the distinction. Benefits: Today, the benefits of being a socially responsible company are numerous. The ESR Distinction is not a one-time commitment; it must be renewed annually to maintain a current culture of corporate responsibility. How to obtain the ESR Distinction? Obtaining the ESR Distinction is based on a self-assessment process, documented by the company and verified by the Mexican Center for Philanthropy (Cemefi). It is based on four areas of corporate social responsibility: To learn more about the distinction and how to register, you can visit the website for guidance: https://www.cemefi.org/esr/ At GDI, we have held this ESR Distinction since 2011, and for the past 10 years, the company has been fulfilling its four fundamental pillars by developing a set of initiatives in recycling and waste reduction, energy efficiency, water conservation, and the development of garments with recyclable materials. These 10 years attest to our commitment, during which time we have shown our dedication not only internally to our employees but also externally to our clients, suppliers, and, most importantly, the environment. We have fulfilled this commitment and will continue to do so for many more years. It is a commitment, something that distinguishes us, and something we value every day.
Discover some of the socially responsible companies in Mexico
Companies that obtain the socially responsible label are having an increasing impact on the lives of Mexican society. Day by day, the role of Mexican companies is ceasing to be merely economic and they are beginning to have an impact on eradicating the most worrying social problems. This recognition is given to those companies that meet the requirements to be a Socially Responsible Company (ESR). Once companies receive the distinction, they are obliged to renew it every year. This encourages organizations to commit to continuing their social impact work. The 3 most socially responsible Mexican companies in 2020. These socially responsible Mexican companies have met a series of established standards that have made them deserving of this distinction. The work of these organizations is daily and cannot be paused since a part of social development depends on them. Below we will mention the first 3 socially responsible Mexican companies whose positive impact on Mexican society is unmatched. GRUPO BIMBO In 2020, Grupo Bimbo received the ESR distinction for the tenth consecutive year. If that weren't enough, it also won first place for being the company with the best reputation and for the socially responsible activities it carries out. COCA COLA FEMSA is one of the leading Mexican companies in our country, in bottling and marketing of beverages. In 2020, it was awarded the ESR distinction for the sixteenth time for its efforts in the area of sustainability. What distinguishes Coca Cola FEMSA is that its culture and strategy are aligned with the 17 Sustainable Development Goals of the United Nations. Similarly, it is a company that looks after the integral development of its employees and the communities that participate in the production of its products. CINÉPOLIS Cinépolis is a Mexican cinema chain that throughout its history has distinguished itself by entertaining society while actively supporting it. This company directs its social actions through the Cinépolis Foundation. For the sixteenth time in a row, the company was recognized by CEMEFI with a special award. They earned this for being the company with the best corporate social responsibility practices. This recognition was awarded to him due to his impact in the economic, social and cultural areas. Especially in matters of inclusion, where Cinépolis pursues the goal of demonstrating that cinema is for everyone. The Cinépolis Inclusive Screenings program was the one that earned them this special distinction. With this initiative they manage to bring cinema to people with visual or hearing disabilities. They also reach people with sensory or intellectual disabilities. These are just the first three Mexican companies that list all the others, where you can also find Aeromexico, Nestle, Grupo Modelo, Walmart, among others. GDI is proud to be part of these companies; for 10 consecutive years we have continued our responsible work inside and outside the company. We have fulfilled and will continue to fulfill this distinction for many more years; it is a commitment and something we value. Just as we are proud to have the distinction, we are proud to work with companies that also have it, since we are a team for the country and its well-being. We are pleased to know that more companies are joining this list, showing greater concern for the well-being of their employees and the environment.