Jakarta, 28 April 2023 - PT Indesso Aroma has been awarded a gold EcoVadis medal for its sustainability performance. This achievement marks a significant improvement from the company's previous year's rating of silver and places Indesso among the top 5% of companies assessed by EcoVadis.
EcoVadis is a leading sustainability rating agency that assesses companies' environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance based on rigorous criteria. The agency evaluates companies on climate change, human rights, labor practices, and ethics. The gold medal is awarded to companies with an overall score between 70 and 77, which reflects the companies' outstanding sustainability performance and implementation of effective sustainability practices throughout their operations. Indesso got an overall score of 72 with an exceptionally high Environment (80-Advanced) score, which was way beyond the average industry score.
"This achievement is more than a goal for us. For sure, sustainability has a positive impact on business. Still, further than that, such achievement provides clear frameworks to help us focus and improve our initiatives in critical areas. Thus, we can make a meaningful difference to our planet and society through our business," said Arianto Mulyadi, Director of Corporate Communication and Sustainability. The company has implemented various sustainability initiatives, including using renewable energy, reducing waste and emissions, and implementing social and environmental standards across its operations.