Teleste has announced that it has been awarded the Gold Medal in the EcoVadis Business Sustainability Rating. This achievement underscores the company’s commitment to sustainability and responsible business practices, and places Teleste among the top 5% of the companies assessed by EcoVadis in the past 12 months.
EcoVadis is a globally recognised sustainability assessment that rates companies’ sustainability performance across four categories: Environment, Labour & Human Rights, Ethics and Sustainable Procurement. Achieving the Gold Medal states that Teleste has implemented significant improvements in these areas, which was reflected also in the company’s EcoVadis scorecard that increased from 65 to 76 out of the maximum 100 points.
Leena Hälinen, Director of Quality and Sustainability at Teleste, highlights the importance of continuous development work in attaining the result. – “We are incredibly proud to receive the Gold Medal in the EcoVadis Business Sustainability Rating. This achievement confirms the effectivity of our consistent efforts to integrate sustainability into every aspect of our business and ensures that we are on the right track in improving our practices.”
Over the past year, Teleste has placed significant emphasis on enhancing supply chain sustainability. This effort has involved updating the Supplier Code of Conduct and sourcing guidelines, alongside a comprehensive review of other company policies related to sustainability. Additionally, Teleste has completed its first-ever total greenhouse gas emission inventory, pioneering the establishment of updated emission reduction targets.
These efforts align with Teleste’s broader mission to drive positive change and create a more sustainable future for generations to come.
The EcoVadis Gold Medal not only reinforces the company’s target to be a pioneer in environmental, social, and corporate responsibility in its industries, but also serves as a benchmark for continuous improvement and innovation in the years ahead.
