Why Ecolab Earned a Top Spot on CDP’s Environmental A List

Global sustainability leader Ecolab has earned a top spot in CDP’s Corporate A List, receiving a double A rating for its sustainability leadership.

This achievement marks the seventh consecutive year of the company being recognised by CDP for water leadership and the fifth consecutive year for climate leadership.

Chris Leong, EVP, Chief Marketing and Innovation Officer at Ecolab, said on LinkedIn: “Very proud to kick off the year sharing that Ecolab just earned a double A rating from CDP for leadership in water and climate performance – putting us in the top 4% of nearly 20,000 companies worldwide.

“This is a reflection of how our Ecolab team shows up every day – driving growth, building resilience and partnering with customers to make a real impact.

“Seven years strong in water leadership is consistency powered by passion.”

What is the CDP’s A List?

The Corporate A List is released by CDP, which is the only independent environmental disclosure platform in the world.

For the 2025 list, more than 22,100 companies disclosed their climate data to CDP, including their environmental strategies, commitments and emissions.

The A List features the companies that show the most impact in leadership in three key areas: climate, water and forests.

Sherry Madera, CEO of CDP, says: “Congratulations to all companies on CDP’s A List. Businesses earning an A score are proving that environmental ambition and commercial strength go hand in hand.

“High-quality data gives leaders the confidence to make earth-positive decisions that secure long-term competitiveness, attract capital and safeguard natural systems.

“These organisations show what is possible when transparency becomes the foundation for action.”

About Ecolab

Ecolab is a global sustainability leader, providing water, hygiene and infection prevention solutions and services to protect people and natural resources.

It operates in more than 170 countries worldwide and employs approximately 48,000 people, delivering comprehensive science-based solutions.

Ecolab’s aim is to advance food safety, maintain clean and safe environments and optimise water and energy use.

The company’s sustainability solutions improve operational efficiencies for customers in the food, healthcare, technology, life sciences, hospitality and industrial sectors.

Ecolab’s position on the A List

Among 20,000 companies scored by CDP, 877 made it on to the A List, meaning they have the most positive impact in climate, water or forests.

Ecolab was given double A status through CDP’s rigorous methodology, which analyses companies’ depth of reporting, understanding of environmental risks and evidence of best practice.

Christophe Beck, Chairman and CEO of Ecolab, says: “High performance creates value – and transparency reinforces both.

“Achieving double A recognition from CDP for water and climate shows how Ecolab grows our business and delivers results the right way while having a positive impact.

“By partnering with customers, we are strengthening performance today while building resilience and fuelling long-term growth.”

In 2025, 640 investors with US$127tn in assets asked CDP to collect data on the environmental impacts, risks and opportunities of global companies, showing the growing demand for transparency.

Ecolab’s place on the A List showcases its level of accountability and transparency regarding its environmental reporting, helping to drive meaningful progress across global markets.

Emilio Tenuta, SVP and Chief Sustainability Officer at Ecolab, said on LinkedIn: “Delivering water performance and climate impact are not only a measure of a company’s leadership and commitment but also a way to cut costs, mitigate risk and drive business growth.

“We are delighted to receive this recognition for doing our part to combat water and climate challenges with best-in-class solutions that advance resilience and impact.”