Sempra Wins Top 'Most Responsible Companies'

Sempra has been named one of Newsweek's “Most Responsible Companies” for the fourth consecutive year.

"This prestigious recognition is a reflection of our commitment to sustainable business practices that help drive high performance, capture new opportunities and deliver long-term sustainable value for our shareholders and other stakeholders," said Lisa Alexander, senior vice president of corporate affairs and chief sustainability officer for Sempra.

America's Most Responsible Companies were selected based on publicly available key performance indicators derived from Corporate Responsibility Reports, Corporate Citizen Reports, or Sustainability Reports, as well as an independent survey.

The methodology focused on company performance in the environmental, social, and corporate governance categories, while the independent survey asked U.S. citizens about their perception of company activities related to corporate social responsibility.

The final list recognizes the top 500 most responsible companies in the United States, spanning 14 industries.

Promoting Transparency and Accountability

Sempra and its operating companies advance responsible stakeholder engagement through strong governance policies and disclosures that help promote transparency and accountability.

It has also been known to help out communities after a tragic events. It has donated $20,000 to Operation Homefront, a nonprofit, and $100,000 to support the Red Cross in hurricane relief efforts.