I am proud to share that IT Recycling BV has achieved Platinum status from EcoVadis. This is the highest recognition awarded by EcoVadis and places us in the top 1% of companies worldwide in terms of sustainability, corporate social responsibility and ethical business practices.
Of course, this is fantastic recognition for our team. But if I’m honest, this certification is not about us. It’s about the standard we set for our customers and the chain in which we operate.
The bar is higher than ever
In today’s market, “sustainability” has often become a catch-all term. However, with the advent of stricter legislation, such as the CSRD (Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive), non-commitment is a thing of the past. Companies today must be able to demonstrate that their supply chain partners act with integrity, green and ethical practices.
Achieving Platinum is not a snapshot in time; it is the result of a rigorous examination of our environmental, labor rights, ethical and sustainable sourcing performance.
What does this benefit you as a customer?
I often get the question, “Jeroen, nice that medal, but what will my organization notice?” My answer is simple: it offers you security in an uncertain world.
Demonstrably lower ESG and supply chain risks
More and more organizations are being judged on their supply chain responsibility. With IT Recycling, you choose a partner who has been externally validated on ESG criteria. That reduces risks in audits, due diligence processes and tenders.
CSRD & ESG Reporting Support
The CSRD requires measurable, verifiable data. Our processes, reports and certifications align directly with this. Consider:
- Transparent IT asset reporting
- Data Destruction Certificates
- Reuse and recycling rates
- CO₂ and environmental substantiation
This way, IT recycling doesn’t become a closing item, but a substantiated part of your sustainability report.
Assurance about data security
IT recycling is not only about the environment, but also about information security. Our EcoVadis score confirms that data security, governance and ethics are structurally secured. That means for customers:
- Controllable processes
- Strict handling of data carriers
- Full traceability and reporting
This is essential at a time when data breaches and compliance risks have great impact.
Reliable, future-proof cooperation
Sustainability is not a project, but a continuous improvement process. EcoVadis assesses us on this annually. For customers, this means:
- A partner that moves with legislation and market demands
- Structural investments in people, processes and resources
- A long-term view of circularity and IT asset management
So you choose not only for today, but also for tomorrow.
More than recycling: circular IT in practice
For us, IT recycling is part of a broader mission: to keep IT as high-quality as possible in the circular chain. Reuse where it can, recycling where it must – always safely, transparently and responsibly.
Platinum status underscores that this approach is not only aspirational, but objectively recognized and acknowledged.
Thanks and Outlook
I am immensely proud of our team. This achievement is the result of daily choices, discipline and the belief that there is always room for improvement. Thanks also to our customers and partners who challenge us, trust us and build a more sustainable IT supply chain with us.
EcoVadis Platinum is not an end station. It is a commitment to keep the bar high – for ourselves and for everyone who works with us.
Jeroen Stabel Managing Director, IT-Recycling BV