Pro-Ethics Program (CGU)
Created by the Comptroller General of the Union (CGU) in partnership with the Ethos Institute, the Pro-Ethics programme aims to encourage companies to adopt the policies and actions necessary to create an environment of integrity that reduces the risks of fraud and corruption.
The decision to participate in the initiative reinforces Copel’s commitment to promoting a culture of integrity within the company and provides an external assessment of the integrity mechanisms established by the Company. The evaluation report presents a detailed analysis of the measures adopted by Copel and is an important document for monitoring the effectiveness of the Integrity Programme.
It is the third consecutive cycle that Copel appears on this list, which demonstrates the company’s increasing commitment to preventing and fighting corruption. This recognition strengthens the confidence of investors, customers, employees, and society at large in the company’s responsible business practices.
Regulation of the Pro-Ethics Program
2025-2026 Edition
In the 2025-2026 edition, 265 companies submitted the forms for evaluation, of which 202 were admitted and, after the evaluation process, 128 companies were approved and recognized as Pro-Ethics Company.
In this issue, the program evolved by incorporating ESG and Human Rights, extending the concept of compliance to an integrated view. The evaluation process became more rigorous, with a greater volume of requirements, a requirement for robust evidence and prior adherence to the Brazil Compact for Integrity.
2020-2021 Edition
In the 2020-2021 edition, 327 companies of all sizes and from various fields of operation requested access to the program, of which 195 were admitted and, after the evaluation process, 67 companies were approved and recognized as Pró-Ética Company 2020-2021.
2018-2019 Edition
Pro-Ethics edition 2018-2019 was attended by 373 companies of all sizes and from various industries. Of these, 222 sent the assessment questionnaire duly completed and within the stipulated time frame. After the evaluation process, 26 companies were approved and recognized as Pro-Ethics Company 2018-2019.
