Sustainable Development Management System GRI 2-9, GRI 2-12

Kaspersky addresses sustainable development and its impacts comprehensively and at multiple levels of management.

The Board of Directors is involved at the highest level in approving overall strategic directions and goals for sustainable development. The Sustainability Department works together with project team leaders across the company to implement initiatives and monitor results. These teams provide methodological support, analyze results, and regularly update data for internal reporting.

Sustainable and responsible business practices

Developing business ethics and enhancing business sustainability;
Protecting data and respecting privacy rights;
Ensuring transparency and reliability of our products and business processes.

Reducing impact on the environment

Reducing carbon footprint and improving energy efficiency of our infrastructure;
Optimizing resource consumption;
Developing environmental awareness and supporting environmental initiatives.

Advancing global cyber resilience and a secure digital future:

Protecting users, businesses and critical infrastructure from cyberthreats;
Developing cyber immunity for new technologies;
Strengthening international cooperation against cybercrime;
Creating a secure digital environment.
Implementing innovations, including artificial intelligence.

Contributing to social development

Social and charitable projects;
Developing talent for the IT industry;
Promoting inclusivity in the cyberspace;
Improving general digital literacy.

A human‑centered approach to HR management

Creating a supportive, inclusive and safe work environment for our employees;
Supporting talent development;
Promoting women in IT.

GRI 2-23, GRI 2-24

Anti‑Corruption Policy
Procurement Policy
Contract Policy
Occupational Safety and Health Policy

Key internal documents are posted in internal information systems and are accessible to all Kaspersky employees. The obligations set out in these documents are communicated to employees during the hiring process and through regular training within the Company.

The Company's impacts related to sustainable development

Kaspersky's activities have a multifaceted impact on the economy, the environment, and society. The Company aims to enhance positive impacts and reduce potential negative effects related to its operations and the development of digital technologies.

GRI 203-1, GRI 203-2

Economy

+ Positive impacts

Improved digital security for businesses and organizations: protection from cyberattacks and reduced financial losses.
Creating solutions for industrial security and critical infrastructure to support a more stable economy

– Negative impacts

The Company's significant market share and high level of technological expertise may create barriers to entry for new or niche players, potentially limiting competition in certain segments of the cybersecurity market
Improved digital security may require organizations to invest more in software infrastructure and staff training, which can increase operating costs
The deployment of complex cybersecurity solutions can widen the gap between organizations with a high level of digital maturity and those with limited financial and technological resources

Environment

+ Positive impacts

Fewer physically packaged products and more digital licenses: less resource consumption
Blocking illegal mining, which reduces energy consumption and, according to the Company’s estimates, reduces CO₂‑eq emissions by up to 3,000 tons annually.
Optimized resource consumption in offices and data centers

– Negative impacts

High carbon footprint from employee air travel related to international projects, partnership meetings, and events
High energy consumption of data centers and servers

For more information on reducing negative impacts, see the "We reduce our carbon footprint" and "We improve energy efficiency" section

People

+ Positive impacts

New job creation
Employee benefits package
Support for parents
Programs on digital literacy and inclusion, support for employees with disabilities, participation in educational projects

– Negative impacts

Digital divide: Part of the population is lagging behind technological developments, which makes people without digital skills more vulnerable
Increasing complexity of digital life: Cybersecurity requirements make everyday activities more difficult, which is especially challenging for older adults and people with cognitive disabilities

For more information on reducing negative impacts, see the "Inclusivity in cyberspace" and "Digital awareness" sections