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EcoVadis Rating for Sustainability
In May 2024, Erler+Pless successfully completed the EcoVadis Sustainability Rating for the first time and achieved a sustainability performance rating of “Good”. This result underscores our consistent efforts in the areas of human rights and environmental protection.
The Committed badge from EcoVadis confirms our commitment to responsible business practices and sustainable development. We are deeply committed to contributing to social and environmental responsibility and embedding this in all our business areas.
What is EcoVadis?
EcoVadis is one of the world’s leading and most trusted providers of sustainability ratings. Since 2007, the organization has evaluated the sustainability performance of over 130,000 companies in four key areas: Environment, Labor & Human Rights, Ethics, and Sustainable Procurement.
The Assessment Process
Companies undergoing the EcoVadis rating must annually complete a comprehensive questionnaire and provide detailed information about their sustainability practices. Each aspect is supported by documents, reports, and policies to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the submitted information. Additionally, publicly available reports and information from stakeholders such as NGOs, unions, and the media are included in the assessment.
The EcoVadis methodology is based on international standards such as the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI), the United Nations Global Compact, and ISO 26000, and is overseen by a scientific committee of CSR and supply chain experts to ensure reliable and objective sustainability ratings.
Hamburg Eco-Profit Business
As a medium-sized family-owned company, we take responsibility, including towards our environment. That's why we have been employing environmentally friendly production methods and measures for many years.
Participating in the Eco-Profit program demonstrates our genuine commitment to sustainability. The range of our measures is as diverse as the opportunities they present for us and our environment. It starts with reusable packaging materials and extends to the utilization of renewable energies. Many offerings already have environmentally friendlier alternatives, and more will be available in the future.
Carbon-friendly Company
Erler+Pless has acquired carbon offsets from climate protection projects equivalent to the calculated amount of CO2 emissions. This offsets their own CO2 emissions and helps reduce global warming. By participating in voluntary emissions trading, Erler+Pless contributes to a livable environment by reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
UmweltPartnerschaft Hamburg
Erler+Pless, a proud member of UmweltPartnerschaft Hamburg, is part of an impressive network of approximately 1,600 companies representing various industries and sizes. What unites us all is our genuine interest and commitment to environmental protection in the workplace. As partners in this network, we voluntarily exceed the legal requirements and passionately advocate for environmental and climate protection. We implement voluntary environmental protection measures such as a latex printing machine, LED lighting, and photovoltaics.
