An EcoVadis assessment must be renewed every year.
The score and medal obtained are valid for 12 months from the date the assessment is issued.
This annual reassessment makes it possible to update information, demonstrate the company’s CSR progress, and maintain a valid profile with customers and partners.
An annual assessment to ensure score reliability
EcoVadis evaluates companies across four themes:
- Environment,
- Labor & Human Rights,
- Ethics,
- Sustainable Procurement.
These areas evolve rapidly due to regulations, customer expectations, and emerging sustainable practices.
That is why EcoVadis enforces an annual renewal cycle to ensure:
- Up-to-date data from the last 12 months,
- Score comparability across companies and sectors,
- Continuous assessment of CSR progress.
What the EcoVadis renewal includes
The renewal process corresponds to a new, full assessment, covering the three scoring dimensions:
- Policies: updates to CSR commitments, charters, and objectives.
- Actions: updated programs, training initiatives, action plans, or certifications.
- Results: recent performance indicators (KPIs, carbon footprints, accident rates, etc.).
Companies must also:
- Check the validity of documents submitted in previous assessments (maximum 2 years for reporting, 8 years for policies).
- Update the assessment scope if the organization has changed.
- Confirm contact details and company profile data on the platform.
Benefits of renewing the assessment regularly
Renewing the assessment every year allows companies to:
- Maintain a valid medal (Bronze, Silver, Gold or Platinum).
- Remain visible to customers and buyers using EcoVadis.
- Measure CSR progress by comparing consecutive assessment cycles.
- Identify new improvement areas through analyst feedback.
Consequences of not renewing the assessment
If the company does not renew its assessment before the expiration date:
- The medal becomes inactive and can no longer be used in communications.
- The scorecard is marked as “expired” on the EcoVadis platform.
- Customers and partners see the rating as outdated, which may affect CSR credibility.
How Often Does an EcoVadis Assessment Need to Be Renewed? — Key Takeaways
| Key point | Explanation |
|---|---|
| Score validity period | 12 months from the issuance date |
| Renewal frequency | Once per year |
| Process | New questionnaire with updated documents and indicators |
| Documents to update | Reporting (2 years), policies (8 years), certifications (based on expiry) |
| Benefits | Medal continuity, continuous improvement, stronger credibility |
| Best practice | Anticipate renewal 2–3 months before expiration |
