EcoVadis has recently certified CERATIZIT and Plansee, two major players in the production chain for refractory metals and cemented carbides, with a silver and gold sustainability rating, respectively. This certification acknowledges the companies' consistent sustainability strategies and serves as an incentive for them to further strengthen their commitment to environmental, social, and ethical causes. CERATIZIT aims to be CO2-neutral by 2025 and plans to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 90 percent by 2040. Similarly, Plansee is working towards being CO2-neutral by 2030 and net climate-neutral by 2050. Both companies are addressing their energy-intensive manufacturing processes by investing in sustainability goals. They are installing a hydrogen electrolyser on their premises to produce CO2-free hydrogen for their production facilities, significantly reducing local emissions. The companies are committed to using renewable sources for this process. The executive leadership at CERATIZIT and Plansee view the ratings from EcoVadis as validation of their sustainability efforts and a recognition of their progress. They are not only focused on achieving climate goals but also on environmental, occupational health and safety issues, and HR initiatives to enhance their attractiveness as employers. Both companies see the ratings as important milestones, indicating that they are on the right track with their sustainability strategies.