Stratasys has been awarded a Silver EcoVadis sustainability rating, placing the company in the top 10% of all businesses assessed globally.
This milestone highlights Stratasys’ commitment to responsible business practices and its mission to drive sustainable innovation through additive manufacturing.
A Commitment to Sustainable Additive Manufacturing
Dr. Yoav Zeif, Director and Chief Executive Officer of Stratasys, said: “Our Stratasys strategy couples profitability with sustainability, leveraging the unique capabilities of additive manufacturing to positively impact business and manufacturers around the world.
“The EcoVadis achievement validates our promise to support our customers in achieving their strategic sustainability goals.”
The Silver EcoVadis rating reinforces Stratasys’ position as a trusted partner for businesses aiming to advance sustainable additive manufacturing. At the core of its approach is “Mindful Manufacturing”, a strategy focused on reducing environmental impact while enhancing operational efficiency.
Stratasys’ Key Sustainability Initiatives
Stratasys’ sustainability efforts centre on five key areas:
- Embracing ESG Best Practices: Integrating Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles into every aspect of its business, with transparent reporting and global ESG certifications.
- Optimising Operations: Designing parts and machines with a reduced carbon footprint, using design-for-environment methods and prioritising waste reduction, reuse and recycling.
- Quantifying Emissions: Collaborating with customers to measure emissions, showcasing the environmental benefits of additive manufacturing compared to traditional methods.
- Sustainable Supply Chain: Promoting responsible sourcing and fostering sustainability from raw materials to final product delivery.
- Collaboration and Progress: Engaging employees, partners and stakeholders to drive continuous improvement and social impact.
Confidence in Sustainable Manufacturing
Rosa Coblens, VP Global Sustainability and Communications at Stratasys, said: “This EcoVadis Silver sustainability rating provides our customers and partners confidence that Stratasys has the practices, policies and solutions to help them achieve their ESG and sustainability goals.
“This achievement is confirmation of the diligent work that Stratasys’ employees and our entire supply chain have done to make significant progress along the path to promote sustainability in manufacturing.”
EcoVadis evaluates company performance across four key ESG pillars: environment, labour and human rights, ethics and sustainable procurement.
Leading the Future of Eco-Friendly 3D Printing
With this Silver EcoVadis rating, Stratasys continues to lead the way in sustainable additive manufacturing, helping customers achieve their environmental goals while advancing innovative, eco-friendly production methods.
