LANXESS, once again has been recognized as one of the most sustainable companies in the global chemical industry. In the latest Dow Jones Best-in-Class Index, the specialty chemicals company secured the No. 1 position in Europe in the Chemicals category and ranked fifth globally, reinforcing its leadership in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance. The company achieved particularly strong scores in key sustainability areas, including climate strategy, water management, human rights, and product stewardship, highlighting the effectiveness of its long-term sustainability initiatives.
Sustainability Remains a Core Business Priority
Matthias Zachert, Chief Executive Officer of LANXESS AG, emphasized the strategic importance of sustainability within the organization. “Our excellent performance in the Dow Jones Best-in-Class Index demonstrates that sustainability remains firmly embedded in LANXESS’ corporate strategy. Even in challenging economic conditions, we remain committed to climate protection, responsible resource management, and strong corporate governance. The international recognition of our efforts strengthens the trust of customers, investors, and business partners alike,” he said.
Sustainalytics Upgrades LANXESS to ‘Low Risk’ Category
Further strengthening its ESG credentials, LANXESS recently improved its sustainability rating from Sustainalytics, a leading provider of ESG risk assessments. The company was upgraded from “Medium Risk” to “Low Risk”, reflecting continued progress in managing environmental, social, and governance risks. With an ESG risk score of 19.6, LANXESS now ranks among the top 4 percent of companies in the Specialty Chemicals sector and the top 6 percent of the global chemical industry. This improvement underscores the company’s ongoing efforts to integrate sustainability into all aspects of its operations and decision-making processes.
Global Recognition Across Leading ESG Platforms
In addition to its strong performance in the Dow Jones Best-in-Class Index and Sustainalytics ratings, LANXESS has received recognition from several other prominent sustainability assessment organizations. The global environmental disclosure platform CDP once again included LANXESS on its prestigious “A List” for Climate Protection, while also awarding the company an A- rating for Water Security. Meanwhile, sustainability rating agency EcoVadis reaffirmed LANXESS’ Gold Status, awarding the company 83 out of 100 points. This places LANXESS among the highest-performing companies in the chemical sector for sustainability management and corporate responsibility.
Advancing Climate Neutrality Goals
LANXESS continues to implement a comprehensive sustainability strategy that balances environmental responsibility with economic growth and sound corporate governance. As part of its long-term climate roadmap, the company aims to achieve climate-neutral production and energy use by 2040. LANXESS has set a target of making its entire value chain climate neutral by 2050, supporting global efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote sustainable industrial development.
Driving Sustainable Growth in the Chemical Industry
Through consistent investments in climate protection, resource efficiency, responsible business practices, and ESG excellence, LANXESS continues to strengthen its position as a sustainability leader in the global specialty chemicals industry. As per the press release, the company’s latest rankings and ratings not only validate its sustainability strategy but also demonstrate how responsible business practices can create long-term value for customers, investors, employees, and society.
