Toppan Merrill Earns EcoVadis Medals for Sustainability Excellence in EMEA and the United States
NEW YORK and ST. PAUL, Minn., Sept. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Toppan Merrill today announced it proudly earned the EcoVadis Platinum Medal in EMEA and the EcoVadis Gold Medal in the United States. The Platinum Medal is the highest honor awarded by EcoVadis for business sustainability performance. These distinctions underscore the Toppan Merrill commitment to responsible business practices, ethical operations, and long-term environmental and social impact.
EcoVadis is a globally recognized sustainability ratings platform that evaluates companies across key ESG categories, including Environment, Labor and Human Rights, Ethics, and Sustainable Procurement. The Platinum Medal is awarded to just 1% of global organizations and the Gold Medal to just 5% of companies that demonstrate exceptional performance relative to all assessed companies worldwide.
"The EcoVadis recognition reinforces the strong sustainability foundation our teams have built, as well as our shared commitment to environmental stewardship, fair and inclusive workplaces and ethical conduct, responsible sourcing, and serving customers with integrity," said JoAnn Kern, President, Toppan Merrill. "Sustainability is not a separate initiative at Toppan Merrill, it's part of how we work, and the EcoVadis medals inspire us to continue improving across our operations, supply chain and workplace culture."
"I'm incredibly proud that we have achieved the Platinum Medal once again in EMEA. It's a fantastic milestone and reflects our commitment both internally and externally to continually raising the bar on sustainability," said Andrea Sparke, Sales Director, EMEA, Toppan Merrill.
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The EcoVadis committee reviews company programs, policies and performance across four core criteria:
- Environment: Efforts to manage air and water impacts, reduce waste and use energy responsibly.
- Labor and Human Rights: Programs that support safe working conditions, fair treatment and respect for people.
- Ethics: Business practices grounded in honesty, transparency, and anti-corruption standards.
- Sustainable Procurement: Responsible purchasing practices that prioritize suppliers and partners aligned with environmental and social expectations.
As ESG continues to shape the standards of responsible business worldwide, Toppan Merrill remains committed to operating ethically, partnering responsibly and advancing sustainability practices that create long-term value for our customers, employees and communities.
About Toppan Merrill
Toppan Merrill is a global technology and service provider supporting clients in highly regulated industries with solutions for capital markets transactions, regulatory disclosure filings, shareholder and member communications, and sustainability reporting. Toppan Merrill combines innovative technology, industry expertise, and customer-focused service to help organizations communicate with confidence.
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