The EcoVadis PLATINUM rating medal
This is the first time Canon has achieved the Platinum level, demonstrating its dedication to sustainability and its position as a leader in the industry. The elevation to Platinum status followed a recent reassessment of its scorecard. The company’s overall EcoVadis score has increased to 85% from 81%, reflecting the company's ongoing commitment to environmental, social, and ethical performance.
Canon's strong performance in the EcoVadis key assessment areas, highlights its comprehensive approach to sustainability:
• Environment: Canon received a score of 90/100 for its environmental policy and performance, reflecting its commitment to sustainable product design and energy efficiency, and the circular economy.
• Labour & Human Rights: Canon received a score of 82/100 for its Labour & Human Rights performance, reflecting its commitment to fair labour practices, diversity and inclusion.
• Ethics: Canon received a score of 84/100 for its ethics performance, reflecting its commitment to ethical business conduct, transparency, and anti-corruption measures.
• Sustainable Procurement: Canon received a score of 82/100 for its sustainable procurement performance, reflecting its commitment to responsible sourcing, supplier engagement, and conflict minerals due diligence.
"We are incredibly proud to receive the EcoVadis Platinum rating," said Peter Bragg, EMEA Sustainability & Government Affairs Director at Canon EMEA. "This recognition validates our long-term commitment to sustainable business practices and our continuous efforts to improve our environmental and social impact. Achieving Platinum status and joining the top 1% of rated organisations will continue to drive our future focus on sustainability”.
To learn more about Canon’s approach to sustainability, read its annual Sustainability Report here.
About EcoVadis
EcoVadis is a global leader in sustainability ratings, specifically designed for businesses to assess their performance in critical areas regarding environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria. The company provides reliable, globally recognised sustainability ratings and insights, enabling companies to reduce risk, drive improvement, and accelerate positive impact on the planet and society.