Message from the CEO

Leading the Way in Sustainable Materials Science and Stewardship

I am extremely proud to be serving in my first year as CEO of Avient, a company that is enabling improved sustainability in many facets of our world today.

In fact, Avient’s leadership position and expertise in sustainable solutions was one of the key reasons why I joined the company. Our team has a unified purpose and alignment on the important role we play in creating a more sustainable future—which is captured in Avient’s four cornerstones of sustainability (People, Products, Planet, and Performance). We invest in each of these cornerstones and view them as inextricably linked.

As you read through our 2023 Sustainability Report, you will see a large number of contributions and highlights of our impact. You’ll also better understand our goals, progress, and the ongoing, innovative work we’re doing to advance even further.

Our advancement continues to be recognized. Last year, we improved our ratings from two key and influential third-party agencies, earning a Gold medal from EcoVadis (94th percentile) and an A- from CDP. Avient also qualified for the prestigious listings of America’s Most Responsible Companies (Newsweek/Statista), 100 Most Sustainable Companies (Barron’s), and America’s Climate Leaders (USA Today). Internally, we were certified for the fifth year as a Great Place to Work®.

We are proud of these awards and recognitions, but they are not what drives us at Avient. Our work in sustainability originates from a core tenant of utilizing innovation to help our customers meet their commitments and to add value for our stakeholders—and ultimately—our planet.

Avient can and will do much more in sustainability, leveraging our expertise in materials science and passion for excellence. I am inspired to be leading Avient’s talented team of 9,300 employees, upholding high standards of environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and ethical governance.

Thank you for your interest in our company, and I hope you enjoy reading this Sustainability Report.

Dr. Ashish Khandpur

President and Chief Executive Officer