Industrial and automotive battery manufacturer Exide Technologies, has been re-awarded the EcoVadis gold rating for 2026, recognising its commitment to sustainability.

The honour places Exide among the top 5% of all companies assessed by EcoVadis in the last 12 months in the four areas covered: environment, labour & human rights, sustainable procurement and ethics.

“Following the previous assessment, the reconfirmed gold rating reflects the ongoing progress Exide Technologies has made across all evaluated sustainability areas,” the company states. 

“Since 2025, the company has further improved its overall score, while maintaining its position among the top performers in the EcoVadis assessment. This prestigious distinction places Exide Technologies in the top 2% of over 150,000 companies assessed worldwide and in the top 1% within the battery and accumulator manufacturing industry.”

Exide Technologies has a broad portfolio of lead-acid and lithium-ion solutions serving a wide range of applications, including automotive, industrial and energy storage solutions.

Its sustainability strategy revolves around environmental, social, and governance pillars and it continues to set measurable targets, strengthen its governance framework, and align its operations with internationally recognised standards to support a sustainable product lifecycle and circular economy. 

Since 2024, Exide Technologies has published an annual ESG (environmental, social and governance) report – available on its website – illustrating the fundamental aspects of the company’s approach and outlining future plans. 

“Being re-awarded the EcoVadis Gold rating reflects the continued dedication of our teams and our commitment to responsible business practices,” says Stefan Stübing, CEO & president of Exide Technologies. 

“This recognition motivates us to further advance our initiatives in sustainability. We extend our heartfelt congratulations to everyone who contributed to this achievement.”