Ecolab recognized for excellence in inclusion and impact at 2025 GEN IMPACT Awards.
Advancing Innovation and Inclusion
Ecolab's ERGs are embedded in the business, contributing to innovation, talent development and community engagement. Highlights from 2024 include:
- Inclusive product development: ERGs partnered with Research, Development & Engineering to ensure new products-such as hands-free dispensers-are inclusive for all skin tones and types.
- Leadership development: The E3 ERG's Leadership Development Exchange program led to higher promotion rates and increased retention among participants, helping build a stronger, more resilient workforce.
- Cultural education: The HACER ERG launched "Hispanic and Latinos in the Workplace," a learning module available to associates, rated 5 out of 5 stars. The program supports cultural awareness and strengthens trust with customers and colleagues.
- Expanding inclusion: ERG Fairs hosted in Supply Chain facilities resulted in a 69 percent increase in ERG enrollments from this group, helping connect associates to enterprise initiatives and leadership networks.
- Community impact: ERGs raised nearly $12,000 for organizations supporting underrepresented groups and contributed more than 4,100 volunteer hours.
- Recognition and collaboration: Ecolab hosted the Strategic ERG Leadership Summit, bringing together leaders from more than 50 companies to share best practices and celebrate inclusive leadership.
Ecolab Inc., a global leader in sustainability and provider of water, hygiene and infection prevention solutions, has been named a Top 10 Enterprise-wide honoree at the 2025 GEN IMPACT Awards. The awards recognize outstanding contributions from Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), Business Resource Groups and Engagement & Inclusion Councils.
The recognition highlights Ecolab's commitment to inclusive leadership and associate-driven impact. These groups help drive business growth, build high-performing teams and strengthen the company's culture.
A Culture of Accountability
Ecolab's success is rooted in a shared commitment to inclusive leadership and ethical business practices. Associates across the company are encouraged to be culture champions, promoting a workplace where everyone can grow, contribute and succeed. Through authentic storytelling and transparency, Ecolab's message of inclusion and growth continues to reach hundreds of thousands of people, strengthening its brand reputation and global impact.
Leadership Perspective
"Our Employee Resource Groups are more than communities-they're a reflection of who we are and how we lead. When we create space for every voice to be heard, we unlock innovation, strengthen our teams and build a culture where people and performance thrive together."
Dexter Davis
Senior Vice President, Human Resources, Global Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
