SHERIDAN, WYOMING – September 6, 2024 – KHS, a global leader in filling and packaging solutions, has once again been awarded the prestigious Gold status by EcoVadis, a leading sustainability rating agency. This achievement underscores KHS's unwavering commitment to environmental responsibility, ethical business practices, and social progress.
Exceeding Expectations in a Rigorous Assessment
The gold rating is a testament to KHS's continuous improvement in sustainability performance, even amidst increasingly stringent evaluation criteria. The company's score of 73 out of 100, under EcoVadis' revised assessment methodology, places it among the top 5% of all rated companies across various industries.
KHS CEO Kai Acker expressed his pride in the company's accomplishment: "This is a strong signal for the KHS Group and our customers and provides further confirmation of our commitment to the protection of the environment, ethical business practices and social responsibility."
A Consistent Sustainability Strategy
KHS's participation in the EcoVadis audit since 2012 demonstrates its long-standing dedication to sustainability. The company's consistent efforts to enhance its environmental performance, labor practices, ethical conduct, and sustainable procurement have been recognized and validated by this prestigious award.
Striving for Net Zero
The gold rating further reinforces KHS's ambitious goal of achieving net zero emissions within the Group by 2050. The company is actively pursuing various initiatives to reduce its carbon footprint, conserve resources, and promote sustainable practices throughout its operations and supply chain.
Acker emphasized the importance of the gold rating for KHS's customers: "With our second gold award, we’re creating a reliable and credible basis for assessment of our commitment to sustainability for our customers especially."
About EcoVadis
EcoVadis is a globally recognized platform for evaluating corporate sustainability performance. It provides businesses with a comprehensive assessment of their sustainability management systems and risk mitigation strategies, enabling them to identify areas for improvement and benchmark their performance against industry peers.
About KHS Group
The KHS Group is a leading manufacturer of filling and packaging systems for the beverage, food, and non-food industries. The company's innovative solutions are designed to enhance efficiency, productivity, and sustainability throughout the entire production process. With a global presence and a commitment to excellence, KHS is a trusted partner for businesses seeking to achieve their sustainability goals.