Highlights 

  • Americold named a 2025 GRESB Sector Leader in the Americas Industrial category. 
  • Recognition reflects Americold’s ongoing commitment to environmental and operational advancement. 
  • The company demonstrates progress in energy efficiency, emissions reduction, and water and waste management. 
  • GRESB Sector Leaders represent the highest tier of sustainability performance in real assets. 
  • Award reinforces Americold’s role in shaping a more responsible global cold chain. 

Americold Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE:COLD), a global name in temperature-controlled logistics and real estate, has been honored as a 2025 GRESB Sector Leader in the Americas, Industrial category. The recognition comes through the GRESB Real Estate Assessment Standing Investments Benchmark, positioning Americold among the highest-rated organizations for sustainability performance. 
GRESB CEO Sebastien Roussotte highlighted the accomplishment by noting that Sector Leaders “set the pace for the industry,” reflecting governance and operational practices that deliver meaningful, long-term value. The award distinguishes companies that demonstrate meaningful advancement in sustainability across their operational footprint. 

Embedding Sustainability Across a Global Network 

Americold earned this recognition by integrating environmental priorities into the foundation of its global operations. The company has advanced initiatives that target energy efficiency, emissions reduction, water stewardship, and waste minimization across its 230 facilities worldwide. 
Bryan Verbarendse, President, Americas, emphasized that the award reflects the dedication of Americold’s teams to building a safer and more environmentally mindful cold chain. Through technology-driven investments and innovative practices, the company continues to elevate its service capabilities while lowering its environmental impact. 
Brian Dunn, Senior Vice President, Facilities & Engineering, noted that Americold consistently rises to meet GRESB’s increasingly rigorous sustainability standards. This year’s recognition further highlights the company’s progress in enhancing performance across its asset portfolio. 

Reinforcing Value Across the Food Supply Chain 

Americold’s leadership extends beyond its facilities. It's cold chain infrastructure is central to the global food supply chain, connecting producers, processors, distributors, and retailers. The company’s strategic emphasis on sustainability supports not only operational efficiency but also broader industry goals of safety, reliability, and environmental responsibility. 
With more than 120 years of industry presence, Americold leverages deep expertise and smart technology to deliver tailored services that create meaningful value for customers. Its long-standing commitment to sustainability strengthens its position as a critical partner for food producers and retailers seeking greener supply chain solutions. 

Conclusion 

Americold’s recognition as a 2025 GRESB Sector Leader underscores the company’s ongoing work to elevate sustainability and operational standards across the global cold chain. The achievement reflects years of investment, innovation, and a company-wide commitment to environmental stewardship. As GRESB continues to raise the bar for sustainable real asset management, Americold remains well-positioned to lead the transformation toward more responsible logistics infrastructures. 

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