SHANGHAI, Sept. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ATRenew Inc. ("ATRenew" or the "Company") (NYSE: RERE), a leading technology-driven pre-owned consumer electronics transactions and services platform in China, today announced that it has received an Environmental, Social and Governance ("ESG") rating of 17.6 from Morningstar Sustainalytics, assessing ATRenew to be at "Low Risk" of experiencing industry-specific material ESG factors (link). In particular, ATRenew attained "Negligible" ratings for its data privacy and security, business ethics, and environmental and social impact of products and services, all of which are key components of the assessment of material industry-specific ESG risks. The Company was ranked fourth in the Online and Direct Marketing Retail sector, a testament to its outstanding ESG risk management capabilities.
Morningstar Sustainalytics is a leading ESG research, ratings and data firm that supports investors around the world with the development and implementation of responsible investment strategies. Sustainalytics' evaluation identifies ATRenew's strong management performance across a comprehensive range of ESG metrics, demonstrating the Company's industry-leading position in ESG-related policies, programs, and initiatives.
Mr. Kerry Xuefeng Chen, the Founder, Chairman, and Chief Executive Officer of ATRenew, commented, "We are proud to have received recognition of our leading role in ESG risk management from Morningstar Sustainalytics. Our low-risk rating is another milestone in advancing our ambition to elevate our ESG commitment to build a sustainable future for our customers, employees, partners, and the environment. We will continue improving our corporate governance while operationalizing our commitment to responsible supply chains and minimizing ESG risks, thus delivering long-term value to our stakeholders."
For more information about the ESG rating and the summary report, visit www.atrenew.com or send an email to ir@atrenew.com.
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About ATRenew Inc.
Headquartered in Shanghai, ATRenew Inc. operates a leading technology-driven pre-owned consumer electronics transactions and services platform in China under the brand ATRenew. Since its inception in 2011, ATRenew has been on a mission to give a second life to all idle goods, addressing the environmental impact of pre-owned consumer electronics by facilitating recycling and trade-in services, and distributing the devices to prolong their lifecycle. ATRenew's open platform integrates C2B, B2B, and B2C capabilities to empower its online and offline services. Through its end-to-end coverage of the entire value chain and its proprietary inspection, grading, and pricing technologies, ATRenew sets the standard for China's pre-owned consumer electronics industry. For more information, visit www.atrenew.com.
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Investor Relations Contact
In China:
ATRenew Inc.
Investor Relations
Email: ir@atrenew.com
In the United States:
ICR, LLC.
Email: atrenew@icrinc.com
Tel: +1-212-537-0461
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