Purpose

NCC’s way of conducting business is based on our shared core values, Code of Conduct, behaviors and strategic direction, and is also the foundation for NCC’s policies.
NCC’s purpose is to take our customers through the construction process to a positive end result for all stakeholders. This requires the business to be managed in a responsible way, using our expertise and knowledge to mitigate negative impact, manage risks and create positive impact and opportunities, and to continuously improve and take data-informed decisions.

Target group

This policy applies to the entire NCC Group and to all employees, subcontractors and suppliers.

Scope

NCC’s Environmental policy is part of the sustainability framework which shows the direction in material impact areas for Environment, Social and Governance. This policy states the commitments to protecting the environment, contributing to climate adaptation and to mitigating any negative effects on nature deriving from operations and our value chain. 

NCC commits to:

Climate and energy

  • reducing greenhouse gas emissions from our value chain to meet the Paris Agreement.
  • reducing energy consumption and raise energy efficiency.
  • phasing out fossil fuels from own operations.

Natural resources and ecosystems

  • mitigating the impact of land use change and work to enhance the biodiversity in projects and on sites.
  • responsible handling of soil to prevent pollution and the spreading of alien invasive species.
  • responsible management of water and other natural resources.

Materials and circularity

  • designing products to be long-lasting and prepared for reuse and recycling.
  • increasing the use of recycled and reused materials and products.
  • phasing out hazardous substances.
  • minimizing waste and optimizing waste management.

 

We adhere to the UN Global Compact’s principles on human rights, labor rights, the environment and anti-corruption and the OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises, and we comply with relevant environmental legislation in the countries where we operate.

Responsibility

The head of the Business Areas and Group Functions are responsible for implementing this policy and the sustainability framework with the related processes, procedures and targets as part of their respective management system. The responsibility includes ensuring the right mandates and resources in the line organization, including training of NCC employees.

Business Areas should be certified or aligned with ISO14001.