Graphic Packaging Ranks Fifth Among 100 Best Corporate Citizens
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Graphic Packaging Holding Company, a global leader in sustainable consumer packaging, has been recognized as one of the top corporate citizens in the United States, ranking fifth overall and first in the materials sector on the 2026 100 Best Corporate Citizens list. This achievement reflects the company's long-standing commitment to community, the environment, and governance.
The recognition, awarded by 3BL, is based on the company's performance and transparency across key areas of corporate citizenship. Since 1999, the 100 Best Corporate Citizens list has assessed the 1,000 largest publicly traded U.S. companies based on their impact on communities, workers, and the environment. Graphic Packaging's top-five ranking and first-place position in the materials sector underscore its strong performance in areas such as resource efficiency, responsible sourcing, and human rights due diligence throughout its value chain.
Robbert Rietbroek, president and CEO of Graphic Packaging, expressed pride in the company's achievement.
The 3BL ranking is part of a broader recognition for Graphic Packaging, which has also received several other accolades in 2026. The company was named to the World's Most Ethical Companies list by Ethisphere and was included in Fortune's World's Most Admired Companies. Additionally, Graphic Packaging was recognized as one of the top 100 companies by JUST Capital.
The 2026 100 Best Corporate Citizens list is based on a continuously evolving methodology developed in partnership with ISS STOXX and informed by extensive stakeholder feedback. The ranking considers 221 factors across seven pillars and is based on data published between June 2025 and June 2026. Less than 20% of all Russell 1000 companies have placed among the 100 Best Corporate Citizens over the past five years.
Graphic Packaging Holding Company, headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, designs and produces consumer packaging made primarily from renewable or recycled materials. The company is committed to reducing the environmental footprint of consumer packaging and operates a global network of design and manufacturing facilities serving the world's most widely recognized brands in food, beverage, foodservice, household, and other consumer products.
This recognition highlights Graphic Packaging's dedication to sustainability and corporate responsibility, positioning the company as a leader in the industry.