RADNOR, PA — Avantor, Inc. (NYSE: AVTR) has been recognized with a Bronze Medal from EcoVadis, a leading authority in business sustainability assessments. This accolade marks the second consecutive year Avantor has received this distinction, highlighting its ongoing commitment to sustainable business practices.
This year, Avantor achieved a score of 65, placing the company in the top 17% of over 130,000 companies evaluated by EcoVadis worldwide. This achievement signifies a notable 15-point improvement from the company’s previous score in 2023, a testament to Avantor’s dedication to enhancing its sustainability initiatives.
Central to Avantor’s sustainability efforts is its ‘Science for Goodness’ platform, which underpins the company’s mission to set science in motion for a better world. This platform is built on four key pillars: People & Culture, Innovation & Environment, Community Engagement, and Governance & Integrity. These focus areas guide Avantor in creating long-term value for its stakeholders, including employees, customers, suppliers, and the communities it serves.
Rachel Kaufman, VP of Global Sustainability and Impact at Avantor, expressed pride in the company’s progress: “This accomplishment reflects the tremendous effort by our cross-functional team, and our commitment to deliver on our ‘Science for Goodness’ sustainability platform as we drive long-term value for all Avantor stakeholders.”
EcoVadis’ sustainability ratings are utilized by organizations across 180 countries to assess their performance in critical areas such as Environment, Labor and Human Rights, Ethics, and Sustainable Procurement. Avantor’s recognition by EcoVadis underscores its commitment to integrating sustainability into its business strategy and operations.
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