People
Employee engagement Global inclusion
Practices
Governance, ethics, & risk Environmental impact Sustainable sourcing
Products & services
Sustainable investing Consumer & product impact Financial inclusion
Making a difference
Volunteerism Sponsorships Principal Foundation
Bringing financial security within reach

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2024 Sustainability report:

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Our commitment to sustainability

We believe everyone deserves the security to pursue their dreams and make progress toward their goals. That’s why we remain dedicated to operating sustainably and are actively working toward driving improved outcomes for people, society, and the planet.
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Employee engagement

We aim to cultivate an enriching experience for all our employees.
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Global inclusion

Supporting our employees starts with a respectful and inclusive workplace.
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Governance, ethics, & risk

We operate with integrity to maintain trust with our stakeholders.
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Environmental impact

Promoting environmental stewardship across our company.
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Sustainable sourcing

Creating positive change throughout our supply chain.
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Sustainable investing

We offer investment options to align with our clients’ sustainability preferences.
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Consumer & product impact

Enable access to insurance, investment, and savings products for people of all backgrounds.
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Financial inclusion

We advance financial inclusion for individuals and businesses around the world.
Dan Houston—chairman, president, and CEO
Letter from our Executive Chair, Dan Houston

In my 40 years with the company, I’ve seen us adapt to meet the changing needs of our stakeholders, while staying closely committed to our core values. In my past decade as CEO, I’ve encouraged and supported this work at Principal and am proud of our accomplishments—including establishing our Sustainability Task Force, developing a strategy, and issuing our first public commitments. Now, as Executive Chair, I’m handing the baton to our new President and CEO Deanna Strable who will continue the company’s efforts to drive improved outcomes for people, society, and the planet.

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Letter from our President and CEO, Deanna Strable

Being a responsible company remains paramount for Principal. It’s been a key aspect of our success over the past 145 years and will continue to propel us forward.

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Deanna Strable—president and CEO
The path to progress benefits our customers and the planet
Our sustainability strategy

We aim to grow a resilient, inclusive, and secure society, helping people enjoy a shared prosperity today and creating opportunities for future generations.

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Our work supports the following UN Sustainable Development Goals:

Goal 5: Gender equality Goal 8: Decent work and economic growth Goal 10: Reduced inequalities Goal 13: Climate action Goal 17: Partnerships for the goals
Our activation pillars
  • People: Harness the power of our people
  • Practices: Embed sustainable practices
  • Products & services: Develop accessible products and inclusive services
2024 Sustainability report
ESG Data Center

Access our sustainability report for comprehensive details, or review highlights within the ESG Data Center.

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Important information

Insurance products issued by Principal National Life Insurance Co (except in NY) and Principal Life Insurance Company®. Plan administrative services offered by Principal Life. Principal Funds, Inc. is distributed by Principal Funds Distributor, Inc. Securities offered through Principal Securities, Inc., member SIPC and/or independent broker/dealers. Referenced companies are members of the Principal Financial Group®, Des Moines, IA 50392. © 2025 Principal Financial Services, Inc.

Principal Financial Group Foundation, Inc. (“Principal® Foundation”) is a duly recognized 501(c)(3) entity focused on providing philanthropic support to programs that build financial security in the communities where Principal Financial Group, Inc. (“Principal”) operates. While Principal Foundation receives funding from Principal, Principal Foundation is a distinct, independent, charitable entity. Principal Foundation does not practice any form of investment advisory services and is not authorized to do so. © 2025 Principal Foundation.

Integration of sustainability considerations and/or environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors is qualitative and subjective by nature. There is no guarantee that the criteria used, or judgment exercised, will reflect the beliefs or values of any particular investor. There is no assurance that any strategy or integration of sustainability considerations and/or ESG factors will be successful or profitable.