Arkema Secures EcoVadis Gold Medal with Top 2% CSR Ranking
Event summary
- Arkema achieved an EcoVadis score of 84/100, placing it in the top 2% of companies globally in December 2025.
- The Gold Medal recognition highlights Arkema's performance in Environment, Social & Human Rights, Ethics, and Sustainable Procurement.
- Arkema is a member of Together for Sustainability (TfS), using EcoVadis as its supplier assessment organization.
- The company reported €9.5 billion in sales in 2024, with 92% from Specialty Materials segments.
The big picture
Arkema's top-tier EcoVadis ranking underscores the growing importance of CSR metrics in the chemical industry, particularly as regulatory and investor pressures mount. The company's focus on Specialty Materials aligns with broader market shifts toward sustainable solutions in energy, water, and urbanization. With €9.5 billion in annual revenue, Arkema's performance sets a high bar for peers in responsible sourcing and environmental stewardship.
What we're watching
- Sustainability Momentum
- How Arkema will translate its EcoVadis recognition into tangible stakeholder benefits and operational improvements.
- Industry Benchmarking
- Whether the chemical sector will see broader adoption of EcoVadis assessments as a standard for CSR performance.
- Supply Chain Impact
- The pace at which Arkema's sustainable procurement practices influence its supplier network through TfS initiatives.