DENVER — For the second consecutive year, CH2M HILL has been selected by Ethisphere Institute as one of the world’s most ethical companies. The fourth annual list highlights 100 organizations that lead the way in promoting ethical business standards.

“The competition for the World’s Most Ethical Companies was the strongest it has ever been, with a record number of organizations vying for this distinguished honor,” said Alex Brigham, executive director of the Ethisphere Institute. “This year’s group recognizes the important role ethics play in brand reputation, which ultimately is the most valuable asset for a corporation. There is a strong correlation between a company’s ethics program and its performance. This proves that having a commitment to ethics is a competitive advantage and is imperative to business.”

Lee McIntire, CH2M HILL chairman and CEO added: “Receiving this honor is truly a marketplace differentiator, and it reflects the dedication of employees, at all levels of our organization, to conduct business in the most ethical manor, and to care about the communities we serve. Treating each other with civility and our multi-culture diversity is big part of this. I couldn’t be more proud.”

For more information about CH2M HILL and its ethical practices or the Ethisphere Institute, please visit www.ch2mhill.com, or www.ethisphere.com, respectively.