BUCHI Receives a Silver Medal in EcoVadis Sustainability Rating
Flawil, Switzerland - November 2024 – BÜCHI LABORTECHNIK AG, a leading provider of laboratory equipment and solutions, proudly announced that it has once again been awarded a Silver Medal from EcoVadis, a global leader in business sustainability assessments. This award places BUCHI in the top 15% of companies globally and reflects the company’s strong commitment to sustainable business practices.
The EcoVadis assessment evaluates 21 sustainability criteria across four core themes: Environment, Labor & Human Rights, Ethics, and Sustainable Procurement. More than 130,000 companies worldwide have been rated by EcoVadis, making this recognition a significant achievement for BUCHI.
Daniel Zehnder, Head of Quality Management and member of the steering committee for sustainability projects at BUCHI, commented on this achievement:
“I am delighted that BUCHI has once again received a silver medal in the EcoVadis sustainability rating. This recognition places us in the top 15% of companies in the same category. What is even more pleasing is that we were able to increase our overall score compared to last year. This is a testament to the significant work our teams have done to improve our performance in key areas like Environment, Ethics, and Sustainable Procurement. Thanks to everyone who has contributed to the achievement of this exciting milestone.”
The EcoVadis rating is based on rigorous international sustainability standards, including the Ten Principles of the UN Global Compact, International Labour Organization conventions, Global Reporting Initiative standards, and ISO 26000. It provides evidence-based insights into performance and a roadmap for continuous improvement.
This recognition highlights BUCHI’s dedication to embedding sustainable practices into all aspects of its business operations and demonstrates a commitment to creating lasting value for customers, communities, and the environment.
Learn more about BUCHI’s sustainability journey