IMCD N.V. (“IMCD” or “Company”), a global leading partner for the distribution and formulation of speciality chemicals and ingredients, announces it has been awarded the Platinum medal by EcoVadis. This recognition places IMCD in the top 1% of companies globally assessed by EcoVadis for sustainability in the last 12 months. IMCD achieved an overall score of 84 points.
EcoVadis is a globally recognised provider of business sustainability ratings, evaluating companies’ ESG practices and performance in four areas: environment, labour & human rights, ethics, and sustainable procurement.
The EcoVadis methodology is aligned with leading sustainability standards and frameworks, including the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI), United Nations Global Compact (UNGC), and ISO.
Notable performance highlights from this year’s assessment include:
- Sustainable procurement – Structured supplier screening and auditing practices, supported by IMCD’s Together for Sustainability (TfS) membership, were positively evaluated by EcoVadis.
- Social responsibility – Training and development programmes, including Women in Leadership and Rising Leaders, contributed to an increased score.
- Environmental initiatives – Recognition was given for the Company’s efforts aimed at reducing emissions and commitment to align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
“Receiving the EcoVadis Platinum medal is a meaningful confirmation that our efforts to embed sustainable practices into our daily operations are paying off. It reassures our business partners that IMCD meets ESG standards across all areas of business”, said Cecile Westerhuis, Group Director Sustainability. “We still have more to do though, and we focus our efforts on supporting the sustainability journey of our customers and collaborating with industry partners to scale initiatives that enhance data transparency and reduce Scope 3 emissions.”
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