Greiner has achieved a significant success in the area of sustainability: the group of companies, including the Greiner Packaging, Greiner Bio-One and NEVEON divisions, has been awarded platinum status in the internationally recognized EcoVadis rating. Following its gold status in the previous year, Greiner is now among the top one percent of companies rated worldwide.
Platinum status for outstanding commitment
The current EcoVadis rating confirms Greiner's commitment in the areas of environment, labor and human rights, ethics and sustainable procurement. With 80 out of 100 possible points, Greiner was able to achieve the prestigious platinum status, consolidating its role as a pioneer in sustainability.
“Sustainability is a central pillar of our corporate strategy. The award shows that we are on the right track and continue to set high standards.”
Stefan Grafenhorst, Vice President Sustainability & Corporate Communications
A role model for the right path
Greiner's success proves it: Sustainability is a continuous process. Within just one year, the company was able to improve its rating from gold to platinum. The EcoVadis rating is not only important for Greiner's internal objectives, but this independent assessment also creates transparency for the company and strengthens the trust of its stakeholders. Greiner has set itself the ambitious goal of working exclusively with strategic suppliers that achieve at least 50 points in the EcoVadis rating from 2030. With this award, Greiner is not only highlighting its leading position in the industry, but also sending a clear signal for a sustainable future.
About EcoVadis
EcoVadis is the world's largest provider of comprehensive corporate responsibility ratings. The ratings are carried out by experts and are adapted to the industry sector, country and company size. The methodology is based on international sustainability standards, such as the Global Reporting Initiative, the United Nations Global Compact and various ISO standards. The sustainability scorecard presents performance in 21 indicators and four topics: Environment, Labor & Human Rights, Ethics and Sustainable Procurement.
In 2019, Greiner Packaging launched its partnership with Plastic Bank by supporting the commissioning of five collection points in Manila, Philippines. The partnership was extended for the third time at the end of 2023. A total of over 610 tons of plastic have already been collected as part of the collaboration.