Introduction to EcoVadis

What Does the EcoVadis Logo Mean?

What does the EcoVadis logo mean? Learn how medals work, how long they are valid, and the rules companies must follow when using the logo.

Ugo Le Borgne

Head of ESG

EcoVadis logo explained: CSR assessment, medal levels, validity period and official usage rules
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The EcoVadis logo indicates that a company has been assessed on the quality of its CSR management system according to the EcoVadis methodology.

It is not a certification, but a symbol of recognition reflecting the company’s level of CSR maturity and performance at a given point in time.

A symbol of recognition, not a certification

The EcoVadis logo highlights companies assessed across four major sustainability themes:

  • Environment
  • Labor & Human Rights
  • Ethics
  • Sustainable Procurement

Each company receives an overall score out of 100, together with a medal based on its performance:

Medal Performance level Ranking among assessed companies
🥉 Bronze Decent performance Top 35%
🥈 Silver Strong performance Top 15%
🥇 Gold Excellent performance Top 5%
💎 Platinum Outstanding performance Top 1%
Good to know: The medal is valid for 12 months. A new annual assessment is required to continue using the EcoVadis logo.

Rules for using the EcoVadis logo

Use of the EcoVadis logo is strictly regulated. Only companies with a valid assessment may use it, and solely for institutional communication purposes.

Authorized uses

  • Display on the company website (CSR, partners, sustainability pages)
  • Inclusion in email signatures, corporate brochures or CSR reports
  • Mention in B2B commercial materials, with the corresponding year
    (e.g. EcoVadis Gold Medal 2025)

Prohibited uses

  • Placement on products or packaging
  • Use without the year of validity or after expiration
  • Presentation as an official certification (EcoVadis does not issue certifications)
Good to know: EcoVadis provides an official communication kit including logos, usage rules and legal disclaimers that must be respected.

The value of the EcoVadis logo for companies

The EcoVadis logo acts as a signal of credibility and transparency for partners, clients and investors.

It allows companies to:

  • Demonstrate a structured CSR approach based on objective criteria
  • Strengthen B2B trust, particularly within supply chains
  • Differentiate themselves in tenders or international partnerships
  • Highlight progress over time thanks to annual reassessments

What Does the EcoVadis Logo Mean? — Key Takeaways

Key point Explanation
Nature Recognition of a CSR assessment, not a certification
Validity 12 months from the assessment date
Authorized use Institutional communication, CSR reports, B2B materials
Prohibited use Products, packaging, misleading or expired usage
Medal levels Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum
Added value Credibility, transparency and competitive advantage

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