Human Capital Development

We believe the success of our employees and the success of our company gohand-in-hand. Ecolab’s ability to attract, develop and retain top talent is critical to operational excellence, innovation and delivering value to customers. We invest in solution-oriented teams and provide associates with opportunities to learn, grow and build meaningful careers. Through structured development programs, engagement surveys and career planning, we equip associates with the skills needed to excel today while building the next generation of leaders for Ecolab and our industry.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Our Policies and Practices

Learning and Development

Knowledge and expertise are core to what we do. We believe that it’s essential to provide associates with continuous learning and development opportunities.

In 2025, our annual Ecolab Development Season marked a step change in enterprise learning through the launch of Ecolab Utopia, an immersive, game-based experience linking personal growth to purpose and customer impact. The season engaged nearly 20% of our associates worldwide and drove strong participation across safety actions, enterprise learning events and group programs, while expanding ERG membership by over 10%. Together, these efforts demonstrate how innovative learning design and purposeful action strengthen leadership, connection and enterprise impact.

In addition, Ecolab’s Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) – which are open to all associates – connect engaged, emerging leaders with professional and personal development opportunities. Our 12 employee-driven ERGs have grown to more than 10,900 members across 70+ countries.

Employee Engagement

We understand growing our business starts with growing our talent. Strong employee engagement is essential for both team and company growth. Ecolab continuously monitors the health of our talent and fosters an engaged workforce through ongoing listening initiatives. Alongside all-employee global surveys, we conduct periodic check-in surveys with targeted teams to gather insights into the experiences and needs of our workforce.

In April 2025, Ecolab conducted its annual, enterprise‑wide employee engagement survey using a new third‑party associate listening platform, achieving a consistently high global participation rate of 89%. Our overall engagement score – a measure of our associates’ emotional commitment to our organization and goals – was 7.7 out of 10, maintaining a high engagement score for Ecolab.

2025 Employee Engagement Survey Results:

89%

Participation rate for our 48,000 associates

8.7

Goal setting: reflecting clear expectations and alignment with team goals

8.1

Organizational fit: reflecting strong alignment with company values

8.6

Peer relationships: reflecting collaboration and mutual support

7.7

Engagement score

7.9

Health and well-being score

*In 2025, Ecolab transitioned to a new third‑party associate listening platform.
As a result, the employee engagement score is reported on a different scale and is not directly comparable to prior years.

Leadership Development Programs

Ecolab’s global leadership development programs build leadership capability at every level and complement technical and functional training. Core programs include Manager Essentials, Leader Coach and Growth Leader, with annual goals to enroll all first line managers, onboard new leaders of managers and develop 100–130 high-potential leaders, respectively.

Performance Planning and Development

Ecolab’s global performance planning and development process equips associates and managers with tools to support continuous improvement and goal achievement. In addition to ongoing feedback and coaching, the annual performance review process evaluates past year results, how results were achieved and development objectives for the year ahead.

For the 2025 review cycle, 100% of eligible employees completed annual performance reviews.

Learn More About Our ERGs:

ACE (Asian Community at Ecolab)

The mission of the Asian Community at Ecolab (ACE) is to strengthen the company’s business by fostering active engagement among Asian affiliated associates, the company, our customers and the community. This is accomplished through professional development, cultural linkage, diverse talent recruitment and retention, and customer and community engagement.

ACE aims to:

Building cultural connections across Ecolab’s global workforce
Supporting recruitment, retention and development of Asian-affiliated talent and allies
Promoting professional growth
Encouraging customer and community engagement

Bridges

BRIDGES promotes collaboration and leadership across generations at Ecolab, supporting high-performing teams, business partners and communities.

BRIDGES’s goals include:

Strengthening communication and teamwork across age groups
Encouraging knowledge sharing between generations
Offering networking, development and mentoring opportunities
Supporting Ecolab’s strategic growth and engagement initiatives

CONNECT

CONNECT is a global network that brings together early-career professionals across Ecolab through networking, career development, community service and educational events. It helps new hires transition into the company and build a foundation for long-term success.

CONNECT’s goals include:

Building a strong network through social and service activities
Helping employees connect beyond their immediate teams
Hosting development events designed to understand and support early-career professionals

DAWN (Disability Ability Wellbeing Network)

he Disability Ability Wellbeing Network (DAWN) supports Ecolab’s growth by fostering an inclusive culture for employees of all abilities and those in caregiving roles.

DAWN’s mission is to promote awareness, shift mindsets and strengthen engagement through:

Creating a supportive environment for employees with diverse abilities and caregivers
Educating colleagues about disabilities, resources and opportunities
Highlighting the strengths and contributions of all abilities
Supporting efforts to attract, retain and engage talent of all abilities

E3 (Empower, engage and energize the advancement of women)

E3 is a global Ecolab leadership development network dedicated to advancing and developing women talent in the workplace. E3 helps drive the recruitment, development and retention of the best qualified talent by creating space for all associates to contribute to a supportive and inclusive culture.

Its mission is to empower, engage and energize the organization to support women leaders and drive business growth.

E3 fosters:

A supportive community for women and allies at Ecolab
Partnerships with organizations that empower women and allies locally
Leadership, mentoring, networking and development opportunities

EcoEssence

EcoEssence is a dynamic group of leaders dedicated to advancing Ecolab’s reputation by supporting of African and African American talent.

EcoEssence’s goals include:

Providing strategic leadership to attract and grow the best qualified talent of African descent
Elevating Ecolab’s brand by fostering inclusion and building a destination workplace
Promoting civic engagement through community outreach

EcoMondo

EcoMondo is a globally focused business and social network open to all Ecolab employees with international interests. Its mission is to support Ecolab’s growth by developing global talent, promoting cultural inclusion, and advancing global mobility.

EcoMondo enhances employees’ global capabilities through:

Educational sessions with Ecolab leaders
Foreign language learning
Globally focused networking events
Sharing international work experiences

It also partners with external organizations to offer additional education and networking opportunities to all interested associates.

Global Sustainability Network (GSN)

The Global Sustainability Network (GSN) is an employee-led group that supports Ecolab’s ambition to be the world’s trusted sustainability company. GSN welcomes associates from around the world to learn, connect and contribute to environmental progress.

GSN offers members opportunities to:

Supporting Ecolab’s growth and impact through education and communication
Collaborating on environmental sustainability initiatives
Building shared ownership of sustainability across the organization

HACER (Hispanics & Advocates Collaborating at Ecolab for Results)

Hispanics & Advocates Collaborating at Ecolab for Results (HACER) supports the growth and development of all employees, with a focus on empowering those of Hispanic and Latino descent. The group also helps advance Ecolab’s business within Hispanic and Latino markets.

HACER’s goals include:

Envisioning meaningful alliances with customers, Hispanic/Latino and ally employee networks and community organizations
Empowering employees to engage in committees focused on communications, community relations, membership and program development
Energizing Ecolab’s brand through volunteerism and local community engagement
Executing strategies to attract, engage and develop a robust talent base
Embodying inclusion across the company

MERGE (Military Employee Resource Group at Ecolab)

The Military Employee Resource Group at Ecolab (MERGE) promotes awareness, fosters community and provides leadership and growth for veterans, active service members, those impacted by military service and their allies. Its mission is to foster a military-friendly culture that supports personal and professional success within Ecolab and the communities we serve.

MERGE’s goals include:

Building internal community through service, social and recognition events
Serving as a resource on military-related policies and deployment support
Expanding MERGE’s presence beyond major office locations
Supporting the development and engagement of talent, including military-affiliated talent and allies
Promoting Ecolab as a military-friendly organization in business and local communities

PLAN

PLAN is a network of administrative support professionals at Ecolab. Its mission is to connect members with learning and development opportunities that build the skills, tools and relationships needed to succeed.

PLAN offers:

Professional development and technical training tailored to members’ needs
Tools, resources and a forum for sharing best practices
Internal and external networking events
Recognition programs and events

PRIDE

PRIDE is an employee resource group that supports lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ+) employees and allies at Ecolab. Its mission is to foster visibility, support and connection within the company and with external LGBTQ+ organizations.

PRIDE’s goals include:

Providing a support network for LGBTQ+ employees
Promoting Ecolab as a diverse and inclusive workplace
Serving as a liaison between members, the company and external organizations
Building community through engagement
Offering resources and information to raise awareness
Celebrating identity and fostering pride across Ecolab

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Human Capital Development

Learning and Development

Employee Engagement

Employee Engagement

2025 Employee Engagement Survey Results:

89%

8.7

8.1

8.6

7.7

7.9

Leadership Development Programs

Performance Planning and Development

Learn More About Our ERGs:

ACE (Asian Community at Ecolab)

Bridges

CONNECT

DAWN (Disability Ability Wellbeing Network)

E3 (Empower, engage and energize the advancement of women)

EcoEssence

EcoMondo

Global Sustainability Network (GSN)

HACER (Hispanics & Advocates Collaborating at Ecolab for Results)

MERGE (Military Employee Resource Group at Ecolab)

PLAN

PRIDE

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