Corporate Social Responsibility at Cisco
Committed to powering an inclusive future and creating equitable access to opportunity.
Powering an inclusive future
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) at Cisco supports the company's mission to power an inclusive future that benefits our employees, communities, and the planet.
Where we focus our efforts
Technology for good
Forging programs and partnerships that increase access to opportunities.
Environmental sustainability
Taking action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and minimize waste.
Circular economy and supply chain
Transitioning to a circular economy with help from our responsible supply chain.
Leading a Conscious Culture
Creating and cultivating an inclusive work environment where employees can thrive.
Trust and responsibility
Taking data and privacy seriously–it informs our entire business.
2020 CSR Impact Report and ESG Hub
Cisco is putting people, technology, and resources to work in service of an inclusive future where technology gives everyone the tools to thrive. Visit our Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Hub.
Highlights from FY20
2.3M
students participated in Cisco Networking Academy in FY20, 12.6 million since 1997.
83%
of our global electricity came from renewable sources.
Ranked No. 1
in The Gartner Supply Chain Top 25 for 2020 report.
81%
employee engagement achieved, surpassing this year’s goal.
People Behind CSR at Cisco
Like any Corporate Social Responsibility program that aims to contribute to the greater good, maintaining internal ethical practices gives greater impact to external programs.
Investing in a regenerative and sustainable future
The Cisco Foundation is committing $100 million over ten years to fund nonprofit grants and impact investing in climate solutions.
Meet the Global Problem Solver: Oorja
Cisco Global Solver Challenge 2019 grand prize winner, Oorja, makes solar energy accessible to farmers in India.
A donation of pi-top laptops engages students at a Tribal college
Last year, our Cisco Live team was able to make an impact by donating 1,000 pi-top laptop kits to Cisco Networking Academy partners worldwide, including Sitting Bull College.
Nonprofit partnerships and grant programs
Cisco invests in scalable technology solutions that help our nonprofit partners pursue sustainable approaches to addressing societal and environmental problems.
