Monday, July 28, 2025
Garnica, a global leader in premium sustainable plywood, has been honored with a Gold Medal from EcoVadis, a renowned provider of business sustainability ratings.
This recognition positions Garnica in the top 3% of companies within the wood product manufacturing sector for sustainability performance, highlighting the company’s dedication to environmental responsibility, ethical practices, and sustainable supply chain management. Achieving the Gold Medal requires companies to surpass the top 5% of businesses evaluated by EcoVadis, a milestone that underscores Garnica’s ongoing efforts to implement responsible policies throughout its operations.
“This recognition reflects the work of our entire team and our dedication to driving sustainable innovation across every stage of production,” said Àlvaro González, CEO of Garnica. “It also reinforces our responsibility to lead by example in our industry, from ethical sourcing and energy efficiency to product safety and low-impact manufacturing.” Àlvaro added further.
EcoVadis evaluates over 125,000 companies across more than 200 industries globally, measuring performance in four key areas: Environment, Labor & Human Rights, Ethics, and Sustainable Procurement. The thorough assessment methodology incorporates data from external sources, company-provided documentation, and industry benchmarks to create a detailed sustainability scorecard.
Garnica’s high rating places the company at the forefront of sustainability efforts within the wood and wood products sector, a position it has earned through consistent investment in clean energy, low-emission materials, and socially responsible practices. Its unique production model integrates FSC® and PEFC-certified wood, 100% renewable electricity, and ultra-low emission adhesives that meet CARB Phase 2 and US EPA TSCA Title VI standards.
The EcoVadis Gold Medal marks a significant milestone in Garnica’s continuous pursuit of operational excellence and sustainability leadership. As global standards evolve, the company remains committed to driving the industry forward by developing responsible materials that contribute to a healthier planet and a more ethical value chain.
About Garnica
Their goal is to surprise their clients, wherever they are in the world, with an outstanding product using a unique production model based on sustainability and innovation. Since its founding in 1941 as a sawmill in La Rioja (Spain), Garnica has been a pioneer in exploring new ways to manage and use natural resources intelligently and to manufacture exceptional plywood solutions.
Garnica has come a long way in that time, always in search of excellence, steadily progressing without losing sight of the future.
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