Otis Worldwide Corporation Achieves Gold Sustainability Rating for Second Consecutive Year

Otis Worldwide Corporation, a leading elevator and escalator manufacturing, installation, and service company, has once again been recognized for its commitment to sustainability. The company has achieved a gold rating from EcoVadis, a global sustainability rating platform, for the second consecutive year. This prestigious recognition places Otis among the top 5% of all assessed companies worldwide.

The gold rating from EcoVadis is a testament to Otis’ dedication to creating a positive impact on people, societies, and the environment. Susan Lester, Senior Director of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) at Otis, expressed her pride in the company’s global efforts. She emphasized that the EcoVadis rating serves as a benchmark for Otis to measure its progress and guide its customers in understanding their commitment to sustainable business practices.

EcoVadis evaluates companies based on more than 20 criteria across four areas of corporate social responsibility (CSR) and sustainability: Environment, Labor Practices and Human Rights, Fair Business Practices, and Sustainable Procurement. With over 100,000 companies worldwide using the same platform, the EcoVadis rating provides valuable insights into a company’s sustainability practices.

In 2021, Otis established 13 ESG goals within the focus areas of Health & Safety, Environment & Impact, People & Communities, and Governance & Accountability. These goals reflect Otis’ commitment to making a positive difference in the world and driving continuous improvements in its sustainability efforts.

As the world’s largest service portfolio in the elevator and escalator industry, Otis moves an astounding 2 billion people daily and maintains approximately 2.2 million customer units worldwide. With a workforce of 69,000 employees, including 41,000 field professionals, Otis is dedicated to meeting the diverse needs of customers and passengers in over 200 countries and territories.

To learn more about Otis’ commitment to sustainability, interested individuals can refer to the latest ESG report available on their website. Otis encourages everyone to follow their journey on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter (@OtisElevatorCo) for regular updates.

Otis Worldwide Corporation’s achievement of a gold sustainability rating for the second consecutive year highlights their unwavering dedication to sustainable business practices. Through their global efforts, Otis continues to lead the way in creating a positive impact on the environment, society, and the well-being of people worldwide.