EcoVadis Silver rating: what this means
Our EcoVadis score has increased, putting CEF in the top 15% of globally rated companies.
We've moved from the 77th percentile in 2023 to the 89th percentile in 2024, retaining our silver medal rating despite more stringent eligibility criteria introduced this year. The EcoVadis assessment helps us improve our sustainability and social value efforts with clear, actionable insights. It provides independent proof that we’re committed to global best practices.
How we did it
The number of our EcoVadis-rated supplier partners has more than doubled, growing from 74 to 159 and accounting for 70% of our spend. We have an ambitious goal to reach 80% of spend by the end of the year and will be working with our supplier partners to improve their scorecards year on year.
Find out more about our commitment to sustainability through our supply chain.
What’s next?
Our goal is to achieve EcoVadis gold medal status in the future, awarded to the top 5% of rated companies.
In 2025, we'll be expanding our EcoVadis assessment to include our in-house manufacturing and distribution operations.
Find out more about our pledge to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2040: https://www.cef.co.uk/guides/cef-commits-to-net-zero-carbon-journey
Why this matters to you
As a CEF customer, you can be confident that you're partnering with a company that's serious about sustainability. Our EcoVadis assessment independently verifies our commitment to global best practices, ensuring that we're continuously improving our environmental, social, and ethical performance.
By choosing CEF, you're not just getting top-quality products and services – you're supporting a more sustainable future for our industry and beyond. We're excited to continue this journey and look forward to sharing more progress with you in the coming years.