World leader in surface treatment technologies and manufacturer of steel shot, Winoa has renewed its EcoVadis Silver certification in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). The overall score of 71 points awarded to Winoa places its international activities in the top 15% of companies assessed in the steel sector.
For Cécile Deixonne, Winoa’s HR Director,
“Winoa is very proud to have been awarded a silver medal for the second year running by the international EcoVadis label. It’s a great recognition of the efforts made by our Group’s teams in terms of environmental and social performance, which is an integral part of our corporate strategy”.
In 2023, Winoa obtained an overall score of 61/100, representing an increase of +15% in the four key pillars of the EcoVadis rating. Here are the 2024 scores on the four key pillars:
– Environment 80% (vs 70/100 in 2023)
– Labor and human rights 70% (vs 60/100 in 2023)
– Ethics 60% (stable 60/100 in 2023)
– Sustainable Procurement 60% ( vs 30/100 in 2023)
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Key infos about 2024 EcoVadis Award
About EcoVadis
EcoVadis is an independent, international organization that assesses the social and environmental performance of companies (CSR) on a global scale. Its rating methodology considers performance in four key areas: environment, ethics, social relations practices, respect for human rights, and responsible policies. Discover more : ecovadis.com
Beyond EcoVadis
Green Pledge
Beyond EcoVadis award, Winoa is committed to serving industry to make it more sustainable. Through a Green Pledge roadmap, our goal is to be carbon neutral
95% of our raw materials come from recycled sources, 80% of our global waste is repurposed, and our abrasives can be reused thousands of times before being remade. We have initiated an ambitious program to reduce the energy intensity of our production. From significant investments like innovative heat treatment to smaller ones like installing LEDs in our workshops, we leverage every possible method, every degree, and every kilowatt to achieve our goals. We are also exploring carbon capture technologies such as molecular depositions. Above all, we adopt a comprehensive approach to environmental sustainability.
We collaborate with our clients to develop cutting-edge products and services that minimize their environmental impact. Suppliers who commit to initiatives like “Eco mobility” are recognized as Preferred Partners. Additionally, we are enhancing our digital expertise, which is a crucial component of environmental leadership. As a world leader, Winoa has the responsibility, expertise, and passion to turn our Green Pledge for the planet into a reality.
Learn more about our Green Pledge roadmap by visiting our page
