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Invest in people
Responsible AI
We're proud to be among the first signatories of the EU Artificial Intelligence Pact.
Approach
ESG principles are a long-standing and integral part of our day-to-day operations and culture.
Social
Through our employee, supplier and community-based initiatives, we invest in people.
Our people strategy
We strive to offer the most accelerated career experiences, supported by personalized learning, well-being and more.
Inclusion & Diversity
We work to create an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported to solve the world's toughest cybersecurity challenges.
Talent development
The journey of growth and development is unique for every individual. Our innovative approach to personalized learning allows employees to increase their awareness of their own capabilities and choose the learning path that’s right for them.
Employee experience
Our comprehensive approach to people is grounded on core tenets: respect and fairness in all we do, personalization and choice whenever possible, and nurture a culture where people are inspired to do the most impactful work of their careers.
Supply chain engagement
We see our direct and indirect suppliers not just as business partners but as key collaborators in our ESG strategy. We are an affiliate member in the Responsible Business Alliance, assess human rights risks and promote supplier cybersecurity and engagement.
Supporting communities
Through our social impact programs, we engage employees while contributing to the communities where we live and work. Three highlights are listed below.
Cyber A.C.E.S
Our free Cyber A.C.E.S. (Activities in Cybersecurity Education for Students) program provides educators with the resources they need to help students, ages five to 15, with the cybersecurity basics for safer online experiences.
Pro{tech}ting Your Digital Life
Our Pro{tech}ting Your Digital Life resource provides free, downloadable workbooks for people of all ages, including vulnerable adults.
Cybersecurity Academy
Our Cybersecurity Academy provides a free curriculum of introductory-to-advanced cybersecurity courses in learning institutions around the world to prepare young professionals to pursue careers in cybersecurity.
Governance
We operate with integrity throughout every corner of our business.
Ethics & Compliance
Ethical business practices are at the heart of our company, and we are committed to operating with integrity and transparency.
Corporate Governance
Our Board comprises a diverse group of highly qualified leaders in their respective fields who bring unique perspectives.
Information security and privacy
We maintain business-wide safeguards and are committed to earning and maintaining our customers' trust through transparency and accountability.
Environmental
We advance environmental sustainability by using science to set our targets and data to drive our strategy.
Our climate strategy
Our science-based targets have been validated by the industry-leading Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
By Year-End Fiscal 2027:
- Reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 35%.*
- 65% of our suppliers, by emissions covering purchased goods and services, will set Science-Based Targets.
- Reduce Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products by 40% per $USD million value added.*
By Year-End Fiscal 2030
- Procure 100% renewable electricity to run our managed sites.
By Year-End Fiscal 2040
- Achieve net zero Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions by reducing emissions by 90% and mitigation gany remaining emissions through carbon removal investments.*
*Compared to a fiscal 2021 baseline
Sustainable operations
We drive absolute emissions reductions and work to meet our science-based targets through efficient and strategic operations of our business and sites.
We have a long history of creating workplaces that protect our planet and our people through green building certifications. In FY24, 87% of our workspaces were green building certified, achieving yearly savings in energy, water, and waste.
Value chain partnerships
We collaborate with stakeholders across our value chain to reduce emissions and waste, increase renewable energy use, conserve natural resources, and set and reach science-based targets.
We seek out customers and suppliers that help us make progress against our environmental goals and share our ambitions for a net zero future.
Ecosystem engagement
We advance carbon emissions reduction through policy advocacy and industry partnerships.
We believe policy support and industry engagement are critical actions we can take to scale renewable energy and drive transparency in climate reporting.
Additional disclosures
We disclose our environmental impacts, risks and opportunities to CDP. These additional climate disclosures are part of our commitment to transparency.
Disclosures responsive to AB 1305: Voluntary Carbon Markets Act can be found in our public sustainability disclosures, including our most recent CDP Climate Reports.
Awards
We are proud to have received numerous awards that recognize our culture and ESG practices. Find more of Palo Alto Networks awards and recognition here.
Corporate responsibility in action
We are inspired by the opportunity to continue building a safer, more secure and sustainable future.
Expanding Accessibility
Our ADAPT ENG raises awareness around disability and inclusion across the company.
Energy Impact of AI
Our 2025 Predictions, including increased focus on the energy impact of AI, particularly in cybersecurity.
