ESG Commitment & Sustainability Targets

At CeramTec, ESG is more than a commitment - it is an integral part of our corporate strategy. Here you will find an overview of our key initiatives and targets: from science-based climate goals and our EcoVadis Silver rating to our alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi)

The SBTi validates that corporate climate targets are in line with the latest climate science to limit global warming to 1.5 °C.

Our commitment at CeramTec

CeramTec has set ambitious, SBTi-validated climate targets for 2030 (2023 base year):

Reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions by 47 %
Reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions (e.g. purchased goods and services, capital goods, upstream transport and distribution, as well as waste from operations) by 25 %

These targets are a cornerstone of our decarbonization strategy.

EcoVadis Silver Medal – Sustainability Rating Award for June 2026

EcoVadis Sustainability Rating

EcoVadis provides one of the world's most trusted business sustainability ratings, covering Environment, Labor & Human Rights, Ethics, and Sustainable Procurement.

Silver Status for CeramTec

In June 2026, we were awarded the Silver Medal. With a score of 73/100, we rank among the top 15 % of all rated companies.

View our recognition details

Our ESG strategy is guided by the 17 Sustainable Development Goals of the United Nations. Seven goals are directly linked to our focus areas in environment, social matters and supply chain.

The mapping to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) is qualitative and reflects CeramTec's strategic direction. It does not represent a measurement or quantification of actual contribution. Source: CeramTec Sustainability Report 2025.

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Seven Goals - Three Focus Areas

For the strategic pillars of our ESG strategy - Environment, Social and Supply Chain & Partnerships - we have identified the SDGs most closely linked to our ambitions. They form the framework against which we align our further, concrete targets.

Responsible production and consistent decarbonization along our value chain.

SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production

CeramTec relies on resource-efficient processes and responsible production along the entire value chain.

SDG 13: Climate Action

Through the expansion of renewable energy, increased energy efficiency and the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, we actively contribute to limiting climate change.

Response, Consumption and Production; Climate Action

Safe, fair and inclusive working conditions for our employees worldwide.

SDG 03: Good Health & Well-being

CeramTec promotes the health and safety of its employees through occupational safety, occupational health services, prevention programs and well-being initiatives.

SDG 05: Gender Equality

Gender-neutral job postings, an inclusive HR policy and targeted empowerment programs promote women in leadership positions.

SDG 08: Decent Work & Economic Growth

CeramTec creates safe, fair and engaging working conditions and promotes the active participation of its employees.

SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities

Diversity & Inclusion are a firm part of our HR strategy - with the aim of promoting diversity, preventing discrimination and actively involving employees.

Good health, Gender Equality, Decent work and economic growth, reduced inequalities

Long-term, responsible collaboration with suppliers and business partners.

SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals

CeramTec relies on long-term, responsible collaboration with suppliers and business partners and actively integrates ESG criteria into supplier management. Goals 3, 8, 12 and 13 are also anchored within the framework of supply chain management.