Ingevity Releases 2024 Sustainability Report, Showcasing Innovation and Commitment to a Greener Future
Ingevity Corporation has released its 2024 Sustainability Report, emphasizing the company’s continued dedication to developing innovative technologies and environmentally responsible products that contribute to a more sustainable planet. The report, titled “Powering a Cleaner, More Sustainable Tomorrow,” highlights Ingevity’s strategic progress and outlines how its portfolio of renewable-based products is driving impact for both customers and the environment.
With a strong focus on long-term value creation and environmental stewardship, the report positions sustainability not just as a business priority, but as a foundational element of Ingevity’s identity. The company’s ongoing investment in transformative technologies and renewable raw materials continues to fuel meaningful change across the industries it serves.
“Our legacy of sustainability spans more than 100 years,” said Dave Li, Ingevity’s president and CEO. “As we continue building solutions for the future, I’m proud to lead a company that is actively advancing technologies to create a better world—one that is cleaner, safer, and more sustainable. This year’s report is a reflection of our people’s hard work and our vision for responsible growth.”
Key Highlights from the 2024 Sustainability Report:
- Materiality Reassessment: Ingevity conducted a comprehensive materiality reassessment in 2024, identifying six priority Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) topics critical to the company’s operations and commercial activities. These focus areas now guide the company’s sustainability strategy and stakeholder engagement efforts.
- National Recognition: For the third consecutive year, Ingevity was named one of America’s Most Responsible Companies of 2025 by Newsweek Magazine. This distinction reflects the company’s measurable progress and transparency in its ESG practices.
- Safety Milestone: Ingevity achieved top-quartile safety performance, as recognized by the American Chemistry Council (ACC)—an ambitious target the company reached four years ahead of its original timeline. This milestone underscores the effectiveness of Ingevity’s culture of safety and its commitment to employee well-being.
- Expanded ISCC+ Certification: The company broadened its International Sustainability & Carbon Certification Plus (ISCC+) coverage to include its entire Capa® product line. This expansion enables Ingevity’s customers to more easily incorporate certified sustainable raw materials into their supply chains and supports broader decarbonization goals across industries.
- Community Engagement: Ingevity logged a 700-hour increase in volunteer efforts compared to the previous year. The boost in community involvement reflects the company’s ongoing commitment to social impact and civic responsibility across its global operations.
- Sustainable Product Design: Many of Ingevity’s products are derived from 73% renewable raw materials. This approach enables the company to meet growing customer demand for circular economy solutions while reducing dependency on fossil-based resources.
The 2024 Sustainability Report is designed to align with leading global frameworks for sustainability reporting. Ingevity has published data in accordance with the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) and Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB) standards. The full report, available on the company’s website, includes detailed metrics, performance trends, and forward-looking goals.
Ingevity
Ingevity develops and delivers high-performance technologies that purify, protect, and enhance the world around us. The company’s product portfolio spans several industries and supports applications critical to sustainable development and innovation.
Ingevity operates across three key business segments:
- Performance Materials: This segment includes activated carbon products, which are essential in applications such as gasoline vapor emission control and water purification.
- Advanced Polymer Technologies: This business includes the company’s caprolactone-based polymers, known for their utility in biodegradable plastics, coatings, adhesives, and elastomers.
- Performance Chemicals: This division provides specialty chemicals and road construction technologies that improve durability, performance, and environmental outcomes.
Headquartered in North Charleston, South Carolina, Ingevity maintains a global presence with operations in 24 locations and employs approximately 1,600 people worldwide. Its common stock is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol NGVT.
By staying focused on science, sustainability, and stakeholder value, Ingevity continues to drive measurable progress and innovation that serve not just today’s needs, but the demands of a rapidly evolving, resource-conscious world.
To view the full 2024 Sustainability Report and related ESG disclosures, visit www.ingevity.com.
