Monadnock Paper Mills, Inc., the oldest continuously operating paper mill in the United States, has earned a Platinum rating in the EcoVadis Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) assessment. The recognition places Monadnock among the top 1 percent of more than 90,000 companies evaluated worldwide. This marks the company’s second consecutive Platinum rating and reflects a six-point improvement over its 2024 score,.
EcoVadis awarded Monadnock an overall score of 89/100 for 2025, citing significant progress in environmental impact, labor and human rights, ethical governance, and sustainable procurement.
Key drivers behind Monadnock’s platinum improvement include:
Operational Efficiency & Environmental Risk Reduction: The assessment recognized Monadnock’s quantifiable reductions in greenhouse gas emissions, expanding renewable-energy utilization, and enhanced waste and water management targets through ISO 14001 continuous improvement systems—directly contributing to operational stability and cost efficiency.
Investment in Workforce Development & Retention: Higher scores in labor and human rights reflect strengthened workplace safety programs, measurable professional development goals, and career mobility initiatives designed to reduce turnover and build skilled manufacturing talent in a competitive market.
Governance Practices that Protect Stakeholders: Monadnock’s upgraded whistleblower and stakeholder reporting system, along with strict fraud, data security, and anti-corruption policies, was cited as best practices for lowering organizational risk and protecting business continuity.
Supply Chain Accountability & Value Protection: The company expanded supplier expectations to include environmental and social criteria directly into contracts and evaluations. Strengthened supplier transparency reinforces responsible fiber sourcing and reduces exposure to sourcing risks that affect production and brand reputation.
