OREANDA-NEWS. The AES Corporation (NYSE:AES) was named to the Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI) for North America for the second year in a row.

The DJSI is based on the Corporate Sustainability Assessment conducted by RobecoSAM. The annual assessment determines which companies are better equipped to respond to emerging opportunities and risks resulting from global sustainability trends.

“Sustainability is very important to AES and we’re pleased to once again be recognized by DJSI and RobecoSAM, for our sustainability efforts,” said Andr?s Gluski, AES President and Chief Executive Officer. “Improving lives in the communities where our businesses operate has always been a part of AES’ values and mission. We are committed to providing infrastructure solutions that support a sustainable social, economic and environmental future.”

For the first time this year, AES’ subsidiary in Chile, AES Gener, participated in RobecoSAM’s annual Corporate Sustainability Assessment. AES Gener received the highest rating among all electric utilities for the Environmental Policy/Management System category.

The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES) is a Fortune 200 global power company. We provide affordable, sustainable energy to 18 countries through a diverse portfolio of distribution businesses as well as thermal and renewable generation facilities. Our workforce of 18,500 people is committed to operational excellence and meeting the world’s changing power needs. AES’ 2014 revenues were $17 billion, and we own and manage $39 billion in total assets.