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Eastman Recognized in 3BL's 100 Best Corporate Citizens 2025

Key highlights
  • Eastman ranked 36th in 3BL's 100 Best Corporate Citizens 2025.
  • Rankings evaluate Russell 1,000 companies on 219 factors.
  • 2025 changes increased weight on performance-based factors.
  • Data for ranking published between June 2024 and June 2025.

Recognition and Ranking

Eastman has been recognized by 3BL as one of the 100 Best Corporate Citizens of 2025, ranking 36th overall and 8th in the materials industry. This ranking highlights Eastman's commitment to sustainability transparency and performance among large U.S. public companies.

Evaluation Criteria

The 100 Best Corporate Citizens ranking evaluates Russell 1,000 companies based on 219 factors across seven pillars, including climate change, employee relations, environment, governance, human rights, and stakeholders and society. The methodology was updated in 2024 to include new factors for a more accurate assessment of corporate performance and disclosure.

Methodology and Data

Unlike other rankings, the 100 Best Corporate Citizens relies solely on publicly available data, eliminating the need for questionnaires or company submissions. Companies can verify the data collected for the ranking at no cost. The data and information used for the 2025 ranking were published between June 2024 and June 2025.

Industry Context

3BL's CEO, Charlie Wilkie, emphasized the importance of transparency and accountability in today's business climate, noting that the companies on the list have demonstrated strength and leadership in these areas. The ranking aims to spotlight corporate strength and push the standard for corporate leadership higher each year.