Pyxus International Achieves CDP Leadership Status

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Pyxus International (OTCID: PYYX) earned CDP Leadership status for climate change and forestry with improved A- ratings, and maintained Management status for water with a B rating. CDP scored Pyxus against more than 23,100 entities in the 2025 process.

Pyxus has reported greenhouse gas emissions to CDP since 2009, added water in 2014 and forestry in 2020, and attributes progress to company-wide execution and stakeholder collaboration.

Positive

• Received CDP Leadership status in climate change and forestry with A- ratings
• Maintained Management status in water security with a B rating
• Longstanding CDP reporting: greenhouse gases since 2009, water since 2014, forestry since 2020

Negative

• Water security remains at a B rating and is not at Leadership level

CDP recognizes Pyxus as a leader in climate change and forestry

MORRISVILLE, N.C., Feb. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Pyxus International, Inc. (OTCID: PYYX), a global value-added agricultural company, has been recognized as a global leader in environmental performance and transparency by the non-profit organization CDP. CDP ranked Pyxus among the top tier of responding companies in the climate change and forestry categories, awarding the Company "Leadership" status for its improved 'A-' rating in both areas. The Company also maintained its "Management" status aligned with its 'B' rating in the water security category, acknowledging Pyxus' actions to address negative environmental impacts and apply strong management practices related to water.

"This recognition underscores the strength and credibility of our environmental efforts as we continue to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, advance responsible water stewardship and mitigate deforestation through disciplined execution and transparent reporting," said Pyxus President and CEO Pieter Sikkel. "Our progress is driven by the dedication of our global teams, our culture of accountability and ongoing collaboration with stakeholders across the value chain."

Pyxus' scores reflect the data compiled from its family of companies and were determined by CDP-accredited scoring partners on a scale ranging from A to D- and then measured against over 23,100 entities as part of the 2025 process.

Pyxus began reporting its greenhouse gas emissions to CDP in 2009, expanding to include water data in 2014 and forestry data in 2020.

About Pyxus International, Inc.

Pyxus International, Inc. is a global agricultural company with more than 150 years of experience delivering value-added products and services to businesses and customers. Driven by a united purpose—to transform people's lives, so that together we can grow a better world—Pyxus, its subsidiaries and affiliates are trusted providers of responsibly sourced, independently verified, sustainable and traceable products and ingredients. For more information, visit www.pyxus.com.

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FAQ

What CDP ratings did Pyxus (PYYX) receive on February 18, 2026?

Pyxus received Leadership A- in climate change and forestry and Management B in water security. According to Pyxus, CDP scoring placed the company in the top tier among over 23,100 entities in the 2025 process, reflecting improved transparency.

How long has Pyxus (PYYX) reported emissions and environmental data to CDP?

Pyxus began CDP greenhouse gas reporting in 2009, added water data in 2014, and forestry in 2020. According to Pyxus, this multi-year reporting underpins the company’s measured improvements and disclosure practices.

What does CDP Leadership status mean for Pyxus (PYYX) investors?

CDP Leadership denotes top-tier environmental performance and transparency as rated by CDP. According to Pyxus, the A- ratings signal stronger disclosure, emissions focus, and forestry stewardship, which may inform ESG assessments by investors and stakeholders.

Why did Pyxus (PYYX) keep a B rating in water security rather than achieving Leadership?

Pyxus maintained a B in water security, reflecting strong management but not top-tier scoring. According to Pyxus, this status recognizes actions to address water impacts while indicating room for further improvement toward Leadership.

How was Pyxus (PYYX) evaluated by CDP in the 2025 scoring process?

CDP used accredited scoring partners and an A to D- scale to evaluate responses from over 23,100 entities in 2025. According to Pyxus, its scores reflect consolidated data across its family of companies and improved performance in key categories.