FEMSA, Coca-Cola FEMSA in FTSE4Good Emerging Latin America Index

FEMSA and Coca-Cola FEMSA have announced their inclusion in the FTSE4Good Emerging Latin America Index, a key benchmark on the London Stock Exchange for evaluating sustainability performance in the region. This index is designed to guide investors seeking to align their portfolios with sustainable principles and positive impact initiatives across Latin America.

The companies followed a rigorous assessment of 503 individual indicators spanning 12 categories such as corporate governance, health and safety, anti-corruption measures, and climate change, categorized under the Environmental, Social, and Governance pillars.

"FEMSA has enhanced its performance and transparency in Climate Change while maintaining strong positions in labor practices, risk management, corporate governance, and efficient resource use. We take pride in rejoining the FTSE4Good index family, which evaluates both sustainability risk exposure and our ability to manage them while creating positive value for Our Planet, Our People, and the Communities where we operate," noted Gabriel González, Sustainability Manager, FEMSA. 

Coca-Cola FEMSA, the largest Coca-Cola bottler by sales volume globally, saw improved environmental scores and progressed in water safety initiatives. Catherine Reuben, Director of Corporate Affairs, Coca-Cola FEMSA, emphasized the company’s renewed Sustainability Framework focusing on seven key pillars: water, waste-free world, climate action, product portfolio, sustainable sourcing, employee well-being, and community development.

“This renewed framework marks a clear evolution in our commitment to promoting a sustainable future. By integrating these pillars, we can comprehensively drive social, economic, and environmental value in our operational areas, reinforcing the link between sustainable practices and long-term value creation,” Reuben stated.