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Knoll Printing & Packaging Receives 2024 Gold EcoVadis Medal
Knoll is ranked in the top 5% for sustainability as measured by Ecovadis
December 5, 2024
Knoll Printing & Packaging has been awarded a Gold medal from EcoVadis in recognition of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) achievements. EcoVadis is the world’s most trusted provider of business sustainability ratings, intelligence, and collaborative performance improvement tools for global supply chains.
Knoll ranks among the top 5% of all companies, as assessed by EcoVadis. This is the fourth consecutive year Knoll Packaging has received a Gold medal, and overall saw improved results in each category.
Knoll Packaging was commended for its Strengths on its Environmental Policies, Labor & Human Rights, Ethics and Sustainable Procurement.
Environmental Policies Strengths:- Comprehensive policies and reporting on environmental issues
- Committing to reduction target with the Science Based Targets initiative
- Leveraging design innovations to minimize impact of products
- Endorsement of the Women's Empowerment Principles (WEPs)
- Endorsement of the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC)
- Labor & human rights policy on diversity, equity & inclusion
- Policy on ethics issues, including information security and corruption
- Reporting in accordance with GRI Universal Standards
- Awareness training provided to all employees
- Sustainable wood and wood products sourcing policy
- External initiative on sustainable procurement issues
- Regular supplier assessment on environmental or social practices
Wincy Cheng, Global Director of Sustainability at Knoll Packaging, said, “We are incredibly proud to announce that our company has been awarded the Gold Medal in the EcoVadis assessment. This achievement underscores our unwavering commitment to sustainability and responsible business practices. It reflects the hard work of our dedicated team and our ongoing efforts to make a positive impact on the environment and society. As we move forward, we remain focused on our mission to lead by example in sustainability, driving innovation while prioritizing the well-being of our planet and communities.”
In addition to Ecovadis reporting, Knoll Packaging also submits to the Carbon Disclosure Project and participates in multiple action platforms with the United Nations Global Compact. Each year, employees also participate in its annual Knoll Gives Back to volunteer with its local communities and provides ongoing charity donations.
