Question

Which are the most common endorsements in EcoVadis assessments?

The endorsements most frequently seen: UN Global Compact (UNGC) membership with a Communication on Progress (COP); Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi) commitments or validated targets; and industry-specific initiatives such as Together for Sustainability (TfS, chemicals), Responsible Business Alliance (electronics) and the Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Initiative (PSCI).

Each contributes to the Endorsements indicator, which carries approximately 5% weight in the overall score. Endorsements are most valuable when combined with strong performance evidence: a UNGC COP that includes detailed multi-year KPI data scores better than one that simply lists memberships.