Entertaining the World Sustainably

2026 Corporate ESG & DEI Strategy: Inclusion, Stewardship, and Creative Equity.

Investor Briefing 2026

Our ESG Pillars

Managing our business for the long term to serve members, employees, and shareholders.

Environment

Modernizing operations and productions to be more efficient and sustainable across our global footprint.

Social

Reflecting the world’s variety of stories for over 700 million people globally.

Governance

Maintaining a global culture of inclusion and long-term business growth through robust standards.

Members Employees Shareholders

Sustainability Strategy

Climate Targets:
Years, Not Decades.

We are decarbonizing production through clean energy and engaging our entire value chain to ensure a habitable world for the stories of tomorrow.

Clean Energy Technology
Vendor Engagement

2030 Goal

50%

Absolute Emissions Reduction

Immediate Action (2022+)

NET ZERO

Investing in Natural Climate Solutions

Sustainability on Screen

Our World,
Our Stories

80%

of members choose to watch stories that help them understand climate issues.

The Collection

'Our World, Our Stories' features 200+ titles highlighting hopeful sustainability solutions.

Global Impact

Titles like Don’t Look Up and Breaking Boundaries inspire critical conversations.

Our World, Our Stories Collection Interface

Social Responsibility

Workforce Inclusion:
Reflecting a Global Audience

To entertain a global audience of 700M+, our workforce must reflect the world. We build teams that bring diverse perspectives to every story we tell.

EEO-1 Reports

Annual Transparency

UK Gender Pay Gap

Accountability Metrics

Global Presence

Employees stationed in multiple countries across the globe to capture local nuances and authentic storytelling.

Culture of Inclusion

Maintaining a global environment where members see their lives, cultures, and identities reflected on every screen.

700M+ Global Audience Reach

February 2026 · Senate Hearing

DEI Under Fire:Netflix in the
Political Crosshairs

As Netflix pursues its $83B Warner Bros. acquisition, co-CEO Ted Sarandos faced a Senate grilling over "woke" content and DEI commitments — exposing the tension between corporate values and political pressure.

Senate Culture-War Hearing

Sen. Josh Hawley and others turned Netflix's Feb. 3, 2026 antitrust hearing into a DEI inquisition, demanding answers on transgender content and "woke" programming.

Netflix Holds Its Ground

Unlike peers who rolled back DEI post-Trump executive orders, Netflix maintained its commitments. Over 99% of shareholders rejected anti-DEI proposals at the 2025 annual meeting.

The Strategic Tightrope

Sarandos met with President Trump while insisting Netflix has "no political agenda." Critics question whether DEI commitments can survive regulatory scrutiny tied to the WB deal.

"We have no political agenda of any kind."

— Ted Sarandos, Co-CEO, Netflix · Senate Judiciary Subcommittee, Feb. 2026

Research Partnership

The USC Annenberg
Inclusion Research

Netflix partners with Dr. Stacy L. Smith to examine inclusion metrics in US-commissioned films and series through a rigorous, data-driven lens.

Report Title

"Inclusion in Netflix Original US Scripted Series & Films"

Gender

Race/Ethnicity

LGBTQ+

Disability

Purpose-Driven Data

Identifying gaps and measuring real progress in on-screen representation to drive systemic change.

Social Impact

Netflix Fund for
Creative Equity

The Goal

Creating a more inclusive pipeline for talent both behind and in front of the camera, ensuring diverse voices shape the future of entertainment.

2023 Progress

Expanded global reach into diverse storytelling markets, fostering local creators and authentic narratives across the globe.

Commitment $100M

Building Opportunity

Diverse Storytelling • Inclusive Pipeline • Global Reach

Inclusion & Accessibility

Stories Enjoyed
by All

Inclusion means accessibility. We believe incredible stories should be enjoyed regardless of ability, language, or device.

Assistive Audio

Listening systems & screen readers

Navigation

Keyboard shortcuts & voice commands

Custom CC

Adjust appearance on any TV

Playback Control

Variable speeds on mobile devices

Inclusion & Accessibility

Expanding Audio Descriptions & SDH

Continually expanding our catalog for members who are blind, visually impaired, deaf, or hard of hearing.

SDH

Subtitles for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing available for all Netflix original titles.

Audio Description

Dedicated galleries and playback settings specifically designed for visual impairment.

Available on:

AD SDH

New UI Badges

Must-Watch Collection

Disability Representation
in Content

Showcasing diverse disability narratives through global storytelling that prioritizes authenticity and impact.

Love on the Spectrum

An insightful romantic docuseries following people on the autism spectrum as they navigate the world of dating.

Crip Camp

Documenting a groundbreaking summer camp that galvanized the movement for disability equality.

All the Light...

Major WWII drama featuring authentic blind representation, based on the Pulitzer Prize-winning bestseller.

Special

A semi-autobiographical comedy series exploring life, identity, and independence with cerebral palsy.

Accountability Report

Global Governance & Accountability

Operating with integrity across 190+ countries, anchored by rigorous ethical frameworks and uncompromising transparency.

Code of Ethics

Foundational ethical guidelines for all global operations.

Human Rights Statement

Core commitment to dignity and equity worldwide.

Supplier Standards

The Netflix Supplier Code of Conduct mandates ethical practices, labor rights, and environmental responsibility across our entire global value chain.

Radical Transparency

We provide continuous public oversight through regular SEC Filings, Proxy Statements, and Political Activity Disclosures.

190+ Countries Reach

100% Compliance Goal

Annual SEC Reporting

2024 ESG Strategy

Summary: The Future of
Entertainment

Netflix is committed to entertaining the world by reflecting its diversity and protecting its future.

Net Zero

50% reduction in emissions by 2030.

Equity

$100M Fund for Creative Equity established.

Inclusion

Data-backed representation via USC Annenberg.

Access

Industry-leading accessibility features.