Coca-Cola HBC Clinches Top Global Sustainability Ranking for Seventh Time
Coca-Cola Hellenic Bottling Company (HBC) has solidified its position as the world’s most sustainable beverage company, according to the prestigious 2023 Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI) by S&P Global. This marks the seventh time HBC has achieved this recognition, solidifying their leadership in sustainable practices.
While The Coca-ColaCoca-ColaCoca-Cola Company owns and develops the beverage brands, HBC handles production, distribution, and sales across a vast network. Their portfolio extends beyond Coca-Cola, encompassing renowned names like Monster Energy, Edrington, Brown-Forman, and Campari.
Zoran Bogdanovic, CEO of Coca-Cola HBC, has championed sustainability for over 25 years, guiding the company towards a greener future. Celebrating this achievement, Mr. Bogdanovic attributed their success to “a clear vision, ambitious sustainability targets, and a bold entrepreneurial spirit. We firmly believe that sustainability is not just the right thing to do, but also a key driver of growth and value for our business.”
“Our continued investment in technology, innovation, partnership and willingness to try new things are also helping us carve our sustainability path. Together we are moving towards our sustainability goals as we continue to open up opportunities for a more sustainable future.”
Headquartered in Switzerland, Coca-Cola HBC has been a pioneer in sustainability for years. Ever since the company launched its first social responsibility report in 2003 and its initial set of sustainability commitments in 2011, it continues to set the bar high in the beverage sector.
The S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2024 rankings confirm the company’s number-one global ranking in the beverage industry, with Coca-Cola HBC coming out in the top 1% of 9,400 companies across 62 industries.
Aiming to achieve a net-zero carbon footprint and net-positive biodiversity by 2040, the company has a strategy revolving around seven core areas:
Climate, Packaging, Water, Ingredients, Nutrition and People & Communities.
