Worldwide: Corporate accommodation provider CAP Worldwide has been awarded gold status from sustainability ratings company EcoVadis.
EcoVadis evaluates companies on four key areas: environment, labour and human rights, ethics, and sustainable procurement.
The gold award places CAP in the top five per cent of companies across all sectors, and in the top one per cent for travel agency, tour operator, reservations service and related activities.
Jo Layton, CEO at CAP, said: “We are truly delighted to receive this incredible recognition of our ongoing commitment to creating the healthiest and most inclusive culture and company for our global teams, our clients, and our valued brand partners to thrive in.
“Our goal has always been to create a successful best in class tip of the spear business that embraces the full meaning of sustainability, and this gold medal distinction reflects CAP’s exemplary performance and long-standing commitment across all areas of corporate social responsibility (CSR) including sustainability and ethical business practices.
“CAP will continue to invest in innovative and forward facing practices and solutions for all, both independently, and in partnership with fellow industry associations and businesses, this is the only way to ensure our sector remains aligned with the global vision of a greener and more socially responsible future for all,” Layton added.
Clare Ace, ESG director for CAP, said: “This award is a testament to the dedication and hard work of our entire team, who are constantly striving to improve our environmental impact, uphold ethical standards, and foster a responsible supply chain. At CAP, we believe sustainability is not only good for the planet, but it also makes good business sense.”
