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EdgeConneX Achieves EcoVadis Silver Certification: Leading a Sustainable Future

October 2, 2023

EdgeConneX strong focus on sustainability is evidenced in meaningful initiatives across our global footprint. One recent achievement is the EcoVadis Silver Certification, a prestigious recognition that signifies our commitment to sustainability and responsible business practices – a designation for the top 25% of businesses globally and a tier higher than our EcoVadis Bronze Certification achieved last year.

The EcoVadis Silver Certification is more than just recognition; it represents a tangible contribution to building a sustainable future. By undergoing a rigorous assessment process, EdgeConneX showcased our dedication to reducing carbon emissions, conserving natural resources, and promoting transparency throughout our operations. This commitment extends beyond internal practices to encompass the entire supply chain, encouraging our suppliers and partners to adopt sustainable practices. The EcoVadis Silver rating also affirms EdgeConneX advanced comprehensive Greenhouse Gas (GHG) management system, reporting in line with global standards, and certification by third-party data verification.

“The prestigious EcoVadis Silver Certification underscores our unwavering commitment to integrating sustainable practices into every aspect of our operations. It reflects our dedication to environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and ethical business conduct. The EcoVadis Silver Certification motivates us to continue pushing the boundaries of sustainability within our organization and within the industry.” – Phillip Marangella, Chief Marketing and Product Officer

 

Introducing EcoVadis

EcoVadis’ mission is to provide trusted assessments that help organizations improve their environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices. Using a comprehensive methodology, EcoVadis assesses companies based on crucial sustainability criteria, including environmental impact, labor practices, fair business ethics, and supply chain responsibility.

As an independent rating agency, EcoVadis also provides the leading solution for monitoring sustainability in global supply chains. Using innovative technology and sustainability expertise, the organization strives to engage companies and help them adopt sustainable practices and reliably assess companies’ sustainability performance, providing them with comprehensive feedback, benchmarking, and tools, allowing them to embark upon a journey of continuous improvement.

“We view this certification as a testament to our relentless pursuit of a more sustainable future and a catalyst for further progress in our sustainability journey. The EcoVadis certification highlights areas where EdgeConneX can further enhance our sustainability efforts, enabling our sustainability team to set ambitious goals and implement targeted strategies for ongoing progress.” – Steven Sprokholt, Vice President of Project Management EMEA

As a sustainability-driven company, EdgeConneX customers can trust that we have met stringent sustainability standards, strengthening our collaboration and partnership to help meet their eco-friendly initiatives.

“Achieving the EcoVadis Silver Certification demonstrates EdgeConneX sustainability leadership and responsible corporate citizenship. It showcases the progress we’ve made to minimize our environmental footprint, promote ethical conduct, and foster positive social impacts.” – Braden Walden, Power and Sustainability Analyst

The EcoVadis network allows for knowledge sharing, best practice exchange, and collective efforts to drive positive change on a larger scale. Through our ongoing efforts and continuous improvement, EdgeConneX will continue to pave the way for innovation in sustainability within the data center industry. We hope other organizations will be inspired by this accomplishment and join the movement towards a more environmentally conscious and responsible business landscape.