GP Batteries International Limited has once again underscored its commitment to sustainability, clinching the prestigious Bronze Medal in the EcoVadis Sustainability Assessment, a renowned platform that evaluates sustainable practices across industries globally. The achievement solidifies GP Batteries’ position as a trailblazer, especially within the battery sector, emphasizing its dedication to environmental responsibility and sustainable operations.
EcoVadis, recognized as the world’s foremost business sustainability assessment platform, rigorously evaluated GP Batteries across crucial sustainability dimensions: Environment, Labour Practices and Human Rights, Ethics, and Sustainable Procurement. Surpassing industry benchmarks, GP Batteries not only outshone over half of the evaluated companies worldwide but also excelled in the Environment category, securing an impressive score of 70 points compared to the industry mean of 48 points.
The assessment’s stringent criteria align with internationally acclaimed standards, including the UN Global Compact’s Ten Principles, International Labour Organization conventions, GRI standards, and ISO 26000. This recognition among over 100,000 assessed companies cements GP Batteries’ status as a beacon of sustainability excellence on a global scale.
GP Batteries’ sustainability philosophy is deeply embedded in its business framework, underscoring their commitment to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles. Their mission to innovate and drive positive change while empowering lives embodies their dedication to sustainable practices.
The company’s efforts are further highlighted by its Zero Waste to Landfill (ZWTL) Gold Validation achievement across six facilities in Malaysia, Vietnam, and China. Notably, the Tebrau, Malaysia manufacturing plant has earned a Gold Level Validation, boasting a 95-99% waste diversion rate. These accomplishments underscore GP Batteries’ dedication to responsible resource utilization and waste reduction, steering towards a net-zero future and minimal carbon emissions across the value chain.
GP Batteries’ latest product innovation, the GP Recyko Charge10, showcases their commitment to sustainable solutions. This rechargeable battery system, utilizing Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH), embodies eco-friendliness with 90% recyclable materials by weight at the end of its life cycle. Ongoing research aims to further increase recycled content and reduce plastic usage in batteries, reinforcing the company’s pledge to offer environmentally conscious products and encourage wider adoption of rechargeable energy sources.
As GP Batteries continues its strides as a sustainability leader, the company extends an invitation to Malaysians to join in their efforts towards a greener future. Their commitment echoes in their products, such as GP alkaline batteries featuring soy-oil based packaging and reusable storage paper boxes, available at GP Batteries Official Stores on Lazada, Shopee, and TikTok Shop. For more information, visit GP Batteries’ official website.
This recognition reaffirms GP Batteries’ dedication to sustainable practices, setting a benchmark for environmental responsibility within the battery industry and beyond.
