Colombina Ranked Among the World’s Most Sustainable Food Companies by S&P Global
February 17 2026
• Colombina has been recognized as the fourth most sustainable food company in the world, according to the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2026. The company also ranks among the top 10% of food companies globally, standing out among the 241 companies evaluated in the sector.
• With a score of 83 out of 100, Colombina is the highest-ranked Latin American company in this year’s ranking.
Cali, Colombia - February 17, 2026. Colombina has once again been recognized as one of the world’s leading food companies in sustainability, according to the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2026, which is based on the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA 2025).
This year, Colombina moved up four positions to reach fourth place globally, marking a significant milestone and positioning the company as the top-ranked Latin American company in the industry.
Colombina achieved perfect scores in several key areas of the assessment, including product quality management, energy management, transparency and reporting, and tax strategy, reflecting the strength of its sustainability and corporate governance practices.
“This recognition reflects the long-term vision that guides our strategy and the ongoing commitment of our teams to embed sustainability into every business decision,” said César Caicedo, President of Colombina. “Being part of the top 10% of food companies worldwide is both an honor and a motivation to keep raising the bar for ourselves.”
Reducing environmental impact continues to be a core focus for the company. In recent years, Colombina has achieved a 45% reduction in carbon emissions per ton produced, driven by investments in energy efficiency, operational improvements, and a gradual transition toward cleaner energy sources.
Water consumption has also been reduced by 30% compared to the baseline year.
Colombina currently operates three solar energy projects: two in Colombia, at its confectionery and biscuit plants, and one at its facility in Guatemala. In Colombia, 100% of the company’s electricity consumption comes from certified renewable sources.
Waste management is another key pillar of the company’s sustainability strategy. All Colombina production plants in Colombia hold Zero Waste certification, with approximately 84% of waste being recovered and reused, reinforcing a circular economy model aligned with international standards.
Through its Big Brother program, Colombina has supported more than 100 small and medium-sized businesses, helping them strengthen management systems, operational processes, and overall competitiveness through mentorship and knowledge sharing from company executives.
In 2025, through Colombia’s Works for Taxes program, the company also contributed COP 4 billion in advanced medical equipment to the San Antonio Hospital in Roldanillo, improving healthcare capacity and access to quality medical services in the region.
“Sustainability at Colombina goes beyond environmental impact,” Caicedo added. “It also means contributing to social development, strengthening our value chain, and creating better and more productive working conditions. Our goal is to grow responsibly while creating value in the communities where we operate.”
In 2025, Colombina signed an agreement with the International Labour Organization (ILO) aimed at improving productivity and promoting better employment opportunities.
The company had previously been recognized by the ILO as the first private-sector organization to voluntarily participate in a gender-neutral job evaluation process, in line with ILO Convention 100, strengthening social dialogue with its union Sintracolombina.
With this latest recognition, Colombina continues to strengthen its position as one of the most sustainable food companies in the world, reinforcing its commitment to responsible growth that balances economic performance, social impact, and environmental stewardship.
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