{"success":true,"data":{"pressRelease":{"id":"133869","rtpr_id":"nPn8QpBksa","ticker":"CPS","exchange":"NYSE","all_tickers":["CPS"],"title":"Cooper Standard Achieves SBTi Validation of Near-Term Science-Based Emissions Reduction Targets","author":"PR Newswire","published_at":"2026-09-02T12:30:00.096Z","article_body":"Cooper Standard Achieves SBTi Validation of Near-Term Science-Based Emissions Reduction Targets\n\nPR Newswire\n\nNORTHVILLE, Mich., Sept. 2, 2026\n\nNORTHVILLE, Mich., Sept. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Cooper Standard\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4765139-1&h=3469811824&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cooperstandard.com%2F&a=Cooper+Standard)\n (NYSE: CPS), a leading global supplier of sealing and fluid handling systems\nand components, today announced that the Science-Based Targets initiative\n(SBTi)\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4765139-1&h=3476327386&u=https%3A%2F%2Fsciencebasedtargets.org%2F&a=Science-Based+Targets+initiative+(SBTi))\n has validated Cooper Standard's near-term science-based emissions reduction\ntargets. The validation confirms Cooper Standard's emission reduction targets\nare aligned with climate science and meet SBTi requirements. The validated\ntargets also support the Company's longer-term sustainability and\ndecarbonization objectives.\n\n\"Having our near-term company-wide emissions reduction targets validated by\nthe Science Based Targets initiative is an important milestone for Cooper\nStandard,\" said Jeffrey Edwards, chairman and CEO, Cooper Standard. \"This\nvalidation reflects our focus on setting measurable, science-based targets\nbacked by a clear roadmap for action. As we continue advancing initiatives\nthat improve our environmental performance, we are strengthening our business,\ndelivering greater value to our customers, and supporting responsible,\nlong-term growth.\"\n\nAs validated by SBTi, Cooper Standard commits to reduce absolute Scope 1 and\nScope 2 GHG emissions 60.83% by 2035 from a 2024 base year. The Company also\ncommits to reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and\nservices, upstream transportation and distribution and waste generated in\noperations 31.73% within the same timeframe.\n\nTo achieve its 2035 emissions reduction objectives, Cooper Standard will\ncontinue to focus on initiatives that improve environmental performance across\nits global operations, including:\n\n * Decarbonizing operations through energy efficiency and process improvements;\n * Expanding renewable energy adoption where feasible;\n * Collaborating with partners and suppliers to address value chain emissions;\nand\n * Investing in innovation that supports lower-carbon products and manufacturing.\nThe validated targets support Cooper Standard's ongoing efforts to improve\noperational performance while advancing its broader sustainability strategy.\nThis initiative also supports the Company's longer-term aspirations, including\nits goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2040 in Europe and 2050 globally.\nThrough continued investment in innovation, operational excellence and\nresponsible business practices, the Company remains focused on delivering\nsustainable long-term value for its customers, employees, shareholders and\ncommunities. For more information about Cooper Standard's environmental\ninitiatives, visit https://www.cooperstandard.com/Environmental_Stewardship\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4765139-1&h=2967971381&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cooperstandard.com%2FEnvironmental_Stewardship&a=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cooperstandard.com%2FEnvironmental_Stewardship)\n.\n\nAbout SBTi\nThe Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) is a corporate climate action\norganization that enables companies and financial institutions worldwide to\nplay their part in combating the climate crisis. SBTi develops standards,\ntools and guidance which allow companies to set greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions\nreductions targets in line with what is needed to keep global heating below\ncatastrophic levels and reach net-zero by 2050 at latest. For more\ninformation, please visit: https://sciencebasedtargets.org/\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4765139-1&h=1730058075&u=https%3A%2F%2Fsciencebasedtargets.org%2F&a=https%3A%2F%2Fsciencebasedtargets.org%2F)\n.\n\nAbout Cooper Standard\nCooper Standard, headquartered in Northville, Mich., with locations in 20\ncountries, is a leading global supplier of sealing and fluid handling systems\nand components. Utilizing our materials science and manufacturing expertise,\nwe create innovative and sustainable engineered solutions for diverse\ntransportation and industrial markets. Cooper Standard's approximately\n22,000 team members (including contingent workers) are at the heart of our\nsuccess, continuously improving our business and surrounding\ncommunities. Learn more at www.cooperstandard.com\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4765139-1&h=1906089176&u=https%3A%2F%2Fc212.net%2Fc%2Flink%2F%3Ft%3D0%26l%3Den%26o%3D4276550-1%26h%3D3193885488%26u%3Dhttp%253A%252F%252Fwww.cooperstandard.com%252F%26a%3Dwww.cooperstandard.com&a=www.cooperstandard.com)\n or follow us on LinkedIn\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4765139-1&h=940176591&u=https%3A%2F%2Fc212.net%2Fc%2Flink%2F%3Ft%3D0%26l%3Den%26o%3D4276550-1%26h%3D4242440638%26u%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.linkedin.com%252Fcompany%252Fcooper-standard-automotive%26a%3DLinkedIn&a=LinkedIn)\n, X\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4765139-1&h=4011277355&u=https%3A%2F%2Fc212.net%2Fc%2Flink%2F%3Ft%3D0%26l%3Den%26o%3D4276550-1%26h%3D4109513001%26u%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Ftwitter.com%252FCooperStandard%26a%3DX&a=X)\n, Facebook\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4765139-1&h=1819515918&u=https%3A%2F%2Fc212.net%2Fc%2Flink%2F%3Ft%3D0%26l%3Den%26o%3D4276550-1%26h%3D2710967297%26u%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.facebook.com%252FCooperStandardOfficial%252F%26a%3DFacebook&a=Facebook)\n, Instagram\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4765139-1&h=3183334043&u=https%3A%2F%2Fc212.net%2Fc%2Flink%2F%3Ft%3D0%26l%3Den%26o%3D4276550-1%26h%3D1068943848%26u%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.instagram.com%252Fcooperstandard_official%252F%26a%3DInstagram&a=Instagram)\n or YouTube\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4765139-1&h=3547072486&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fchannel%2FUC5TyOABNLDwUvt1XIM4MXmQ&a=YouTube)\n.\n\nContact for Media:\nChris Andrews\nCooper Standard\n(248) 596-6217\nCAndrews@cooperstandard.com (mailto:CAndrews@cooperstandard.com)\n\nView original content to download\nmultimedia:https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/cooper-standard-achieves-sbti-validation-of-near-term-science-based-emissions-reduction-targets-302866878.html\n(https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/cooper-standard-achieves-sbti-validation-of-near-term-science-based-emissions-reduction-targets-302866878.html)\n\nSOURCE Cooper Standard\n\n\n\nPhoto: \nhttps://mmx.prnewswire.com/media/MS1979694/Near-term-SBTs-branded.jpg?id=OA2923785\nhttps://mmx.prnewswire.com/media/MS1427524/Cooper-Standard-Logo-5-3-23-Logo.jpg?id=OA2923784\n\nCopyright (c) 2026 PR Newswire Association,LLC. All Rights Reserved.","article_body_html":"","raw_payload":{"data":{"id":"nPn8QpBksa","title":"Cooper Standard Achieves SBTi Validation of Near-Term Science-Based Emissions Reduction Targets","author":"PR Newswire","ticker":"CPS","created":"2026-09-02T12:30:00.096Z","tickers":["CPS"],"exchange":"NYSE","article_body":"Cooper Standard Achieves SBTi Validation of Near-Term Science-Based Emissions Reduction Targets\n\nPR Newswire\n\nNORTHVILLE, Mich., Sept. 2, 2026\n\nNORTHVILLE, Mich., Sept. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Cooper Standard\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4765139-1&h=3469811824&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cooperstandard.com%2F&a=Cooper+Standard)\n (NYSE: CPS), a leading global supplier of sealing and fluid handling systems\nand components, today announced that the Science-Based Targets initiative\n(SBTi)\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4765139-1&h=3476327386&u=https%3A%2F%2Fsciencebasedtargets.org%2F&a=Science-Based+Targets+initiative+(SBTi))\n has validated Cooper Standard's near-term science-based emissions reduction\ntargets. The validation confirms Cooper Standard's emission reduction targets\nare aligned with climate science and meet SBTi requirements. The validated\ntargets also support the Company's longer-term sustainability and\ndecarbonization objectives.\n\n\"Having our near-term company-wide emissions reduction targets validated by\nthe Science Based Targets initiative is an important milestone for Cooper\nStandard,\" said Jeffrey Edwards, chairman and CEO, Cooper Standard. \"This\nvalidation reflects our focus on setting measurable, science-based targets\nbacked by a clear roadmap for action. As we continue advancing initiatives\nthat improve our environmental performance, we are strengthening our business,\ndelivering greater value to our customers, and supporting responsible,\nlong-term growth.\"\n\nAs validated by SBTi, Cooper Standard commits to reduce absolute Scope 1 and\nScope 2 GHG emissions 60.83% by 2035 from a 2024 base year. The Company also\ncommits to reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and\nservices, upstream transportation and distribution and waste generated in\noperations 31.73% within the same timeframe.\n\nTo achieve its 2035 emissions reduction objectives, Cooper Standard will\ncontinue to focus on initiatives that improve environmental performance across\nits global operations, including:\n\n * Decarbonizing operations through energy efficiency and process improvements;\n * Expanding renewable energy adoption where feasible;\n * Collaborating with partners and suppliers to address value chain emissions;\nand\n * Investing in innovation that supports lower-carbon products and manufacturing.\nThe validated targets support Cooper Standard's ongoing efforts to improve\noperational performance while advancing its broader sustainability strategy.\nThis initiative also supports the Company's longer-term aspirations, including\nits goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2040 in Europe and 2050 globally.\nThrough continued investment in innovation, operational excellence and\nresponsible business practices, the Company remains focused on delivering\nsustainable long-term value for its customers, employees, shareholders and\ncommunities. For more information about Cooper Standard's environmental\ninitiatives, visit https://www.cooperstandard.com/Environmental_Stewardship\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4765139-1&h=2967971381&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cooperstandard.com%2FEnvironmental_Stewardship&a=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cooperstandard.com%2FEnvironmental_Stewardship)\n.\n\nAbout SBTi\nThe Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) is a corporate climate action\norganization that enables companies and financial institutions worldwide to\nplay their part in combating the climate crisis. SBTi develops standards,\ntools and guidance which allow companies to set greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions\nreductions targets in line with what is needed to keep global heating below\ncatastrophic levels and reach net-zero by 2050 at latest. 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Utilizing our materials science and manufacturing expertise,\nwe create innovative and sustainable engineered solutions for diverse\ntransportation and industrial markets. Cooper Standard's approximately\n22,000 team members (including contingent workers) are at the heart of our\nsuccess, continuously improving our business and surrounding\ncommunities. Learn more at www.cooperstandard.com\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4765139-1&h=1906089176&u=https%3A%2F%2Fc212.net%2Fc%2Flink%2F%3Ft%3D0%26l%3Den%26o%3D4276550-1%26h%3D3193885488%26u%3Dhttp%253A%252F%252Fwww.cooperstandard.com%252F%26a%3Dwww.cooperstandard.com&a=www.cooperstandard.com)\n or follow us on LinkedIn\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4765139-1&h=940176591&u=https%3A%2F%2Fc212.net%2Fc%2Flink%2F%3Ft%3D0%26l%3Den%26o%3D4276550-1%26h%3D4242440638%26u%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.linkedin.com%252Fcompany%252Fcooper-standard-automotive%26a%3DLinkedIn&a=LinkedIn)\n, X\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4765139-1&h=4011277355&u=https%3A%2F%2Fc212.net%2Fc%2Flink%2F%3Ft%3D0%26l%3Den%26o%3D4276550-1%26h%3D4109513001%26u%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Ftwitter.com%252FCooperStandard%26a%3DX&a=X)\n, Facebook\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4765139-1&h=1819515918&u=https%3A%2F%2Fc212.net%2Fc%2Flink%2F%3Ft%3D0%26l%3Den%26o%3D4276550-1%26h%3D2710967297%26u%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.facebook.com%252FCooperStandardOfficial%252F%26a%3DFacebook&a=Facebook)\n, Instagram\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4765139-1&h=3183334043&u=https%3A%2F%2Fc212.net%2Fc%2Flink%2F%3Ft%3D0%26l%3Den%26o%3D4276550-1%26h%3D1068943848%26u%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.instagram.com%252Fcooperstandard_official%252F%26a%3DInstagram&a=Instagram)\n or YouTube\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4765139-1&h=3547072486&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fchannel%2FUC5TyOABNLDwUvt1XIM4MXmQ&a=YouTube)\n.\n\nContact for Media:\nChris Andrews\nCooper Standard\n(248) 596-6217\nCAndrews@cooperstandard.com (mailto:CAndrews@cooperstandard.com)\n\nView original content to download\nmultimedia:https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/cooper-standard-achieves-sbti-validation-of-near-term-science-based-emissions-reduction-targets-302866878.html\n(https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/cooper-standard-achieves-sbti-validation-of-near-term-science-based-emissions-reduction-targets-302866878.html)\n\nSOURCE Cooper Standard\n\n\n\nPhoto: \nhttps://mmx.prnewswire.com/media/MS1979694/Near-term-SBTs-branded.jpg?id=OA2923785\nhttps://mmx.prnewswire.com/media/MS1427524/Cooper-Standard-Logo-5-3-23-Logo.jpg?id=OA2923784\n\nCopyright (c) 2026 PR Newswire Association,LLC. 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