Our performance under scrutiny

The annual scoring process by CDP, a global non-profit environmental organization, is widely recognized as the gold standard for corporate environmental transparency. Lenzing achieved “Climate A” for four years in a row, as well as “Forest A-” and “Water B” ratings for demonstrating strong transparency and integration of environmental considerations into its business strategy.

EcoVadis has defined the goal of promoting good environmental and social standards on the basis of a CSR performance monitoring within the supply chain. This helps companies to become more sustainable. Lenzing was granted a Platinum rating, and according to EcoVadis ranks among the top one percent of companies.

More information: https://recognition.ecovadis.com/j4bdlXIJU06Uy_cL8CZ0FA

The scientifically based rating concept of ISS ESG puts an industry-specific focus on non-financial indicators and thus encompasses all relevant environment, social and governance issues. ISS ESG upgraded Lenzing to B- “Prime Status” in 2022, positioning Lenzing within the top decile of the “Paper and Forest Products” sector. Lenzing still holds this status.

The MSCI rating takes account of environmental, social and governance factors in the investment decision-making process alongside financial factors. The focus of this rating is sustainable and socially responsible investments. Lenzing was recently honored with an A-rating.

Sustainanlytics assesses publicly listed companies on the basis of their achievements in the fields of environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG). Every year Lenzing positively stands out in the industry with its grades in this rating.

Since 2005, listed Austrian companies have been assessed once a year on the basis of around 100 environmental and social criteria. The best companies are included in the VÖNIX index. Lenzing was there without interruption from the start and received in 2024 first place in “Industrials” category.

The EU Ecolabel is the European Union’s official voluntary label for environmental excellence.
EU Ecolabel products have a reduced environmental impact across multiple stages of the product life cycle.

LENZING™ fibers are certified with the EU Ecolabel for Textile Products (2014/350/EU).
Product groups, specified according to production sites, single products, and applications can be found with Lenzing Aktiengesellschaft ← Textiles (Eco-Label) ← Eco-Label ← Umweltzeichen.at

The USDA Certified Biobased Product label is a certification mark of the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

LENZING™ fibers are USDA certified Biobased Products.
LENZING™ fibers meet minimum USDA certified biobased content for “Intermediates – Fibers and Fabrics”

LENZING™ Lyocell, Modal and Viscose standard fibers are certified by TÜV AUSTRIA for their ability to biodegrade in soil, fresh water and marine environment as well as being compostable in home applications and industrial facilities.

Our OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 certified products have been independently tested for harmful substances according to extensive scientific criteria that go beyond global regulations.

OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 certificate validity can be verified using the oeko-tex.com Label Check: OEKO-TEX® Label Check

The wood used as raw material for LENZING™ fibers is sourced from certified or controlled origins meeting FSC or PEFC standards.
FSC^® (FSC-C041246) certification  

The certificate status of the Lenzing Group can be checked with the FSC database FSC Public Certificate Search | FSC Connect

The wood used as raw material for LENZING™ fibers is sourced from certified or controlled origins meeting FSC or PEFC standards.
PEFC (PEFC/06-33-92) certification

The certificate status of the Lenzing Group can be checked with the PEFC database Find Certified - PEFC - Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification

Responsible Care specifies a high industrial standard for chemical companies. The Lenzing site has been certified by Responsible Care for the last 20 years. 

These certifications confirm compliance with modern quality, environmental, health and safety standards. All of Lenzing’s pulp and fiber production facilities are certified in accordance with ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015 and ISO 45001:2018.

It labels textiles that don‘t release any chemicals that may irritate the skin or damage a person‘s health. This unique to the market combination of tests for harmful substances and for sensitive effect-based body compatibility provides double tested safety.

LENZING™ Lyocell and Viscose standard fibers for nonwovens have been awarded an ISEGA certificate. The ISEGA certification body assesses products on the basis of food legislation or a set of standards.

The Lenzing and Heiligenkreuz sites (Austria) are Authorized Economic Operators (AEO). We hold the AEO-F (Full) certificate, which covers the areas of customs (AEO-C) and security (AEO-S). Due to this certification we are registered as a secure company in the supply chain. The certificate is valid throughout the EU and is also recognized in the USA, Switzerland, Norway, Japan, China and Canada.

LENZING™ Standard Nonwoven fibers are certified with The Blue Label. The internationally recognized allergy label helps people to choose certified products, which are at low risk in causing skin allergies.

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