Case Study: Sanshin Chemical Industry achieves stronger sustainability performance with EcoVadis

Decreasing Environmental Impact, Increasing Business Value Sanshin Chemical Industry's Perspective on EcoVadis

Sanshin Chemical Industry Co., a Japanese chemical manufacturer, recognized a gap in its global sustainability performance despite having internal environmental systems. At the request of client Bridgestone, the company faced the challenge of undergoing a rigorous third-party assessment to measure and prove its sustainability efforts, particularly in newer areas like human rights and sustainable procurement. They turned to the vendor EcoVadis to complete this assessment.

By utilizing the EcoVadis sustainability assessment service, Sanshin was able to benchmark its initiatives, identify areas for improvement, and formally document its efforts. The solution provided by EcoVadis led to tangible results: Sanshin's rating steadily improved, and it achieved a Silver Medal in 2023. This recognition enhanced its reputation, leading to scorecard requests from 50 global companies and creating new business opportunities. Internally, the process increased employee engagement with sustainability and provided the confidence to publicly share carbon reduction goals and collaborate on new energy-saving initiatives.

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