NORD wins EcoVadis Gold

As an independent family business, NORD has always been standing for a long-term approach, integrity and reliability. These values also influence the sustainability management of our drive systems experts.

"The golden EcoVadis award is an impressive testimony to our extensive efforts. But instead of resting on our laurels, we see this as motivation to consequently continue our way of responsible business management," Jorg Niermann, Head of Marketing at NORD, emphasises. "In accordance with our principles, for the sake of future generations and in the interest of our customers worldwide."

NORD scored 85/100 points in the "Environment" category, thus achieving the highest individual rating. The rated measures range from use of renewable energies and recovery of waste heat over energy-efficient production up to detailed CO2e-reports according to Scope 1 to 3.

Ethics as a basic principle

In the "Ethics" category, NORD managed to impress with extensive guidelines and concrete measures such as trainings in corruption prevention, transparent procedures for data protection and established whistleblowing systems. A clear set of values helps guide NORD's actions as a business and builds trust with employees, partners and customers.

Employees and human rights

NORD's promotion of fair working conditions positively influenced the final score as well. Compliance with a collective payment agreement or flexible working time models are part of our thriving business culture. The company especially emphasises topics such as health, safety and equality through trainings, for example.

Responsibility in the supply chain

Through clear guidelines for sustainable procurement, risk assessments, audits and trainings, NORD also integrates suppliers into its sustainability concept. For example, conflict minerals are transparently monitored and assessed. The goal of the company is to establish a socially and ecologically responsible supply chain based on partnership.