NuVasive, Inc.
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2021)
Reporting Period: 2021
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Product Safety and Quality
- Supply Chain Responsibility
- Environmental Stewardship
- Community Engagement
Environmental Achievements
- Recycled approximately 36,000 pounds of titanium in 2021
- 50% reduction in lead time for Simplify Cervical Disc through insourcing
- Reduction in freight utilization by consolidating shipments and replacing air with ground transportation
Social Achievements
- Established Racial Equity Task Force
- Launched a D+I Council
- Delivered D+I training to employees
- Launched Women In Spine employee resource group
- Supported The Better Way Back program
Governance Achievements
- 90% of Board members are independent
- 30% of Board members are female
- Comprehensive compliance program adhering to HHS-OIG Guidance and California Health and Safety Code §119402
Climate Goals & Targets
Environmental Challenges
- COVID-19 pandemic disruptions
- Balancing business growth with environmental footprint
Mitigation Strategies
- Implemented rigorous COVID-19 health and safety protocols, remote work options
- Lean manufacturing practices, waste reduction initiatives, and shifting to ground transportation
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- Supplier Code of Conduct
- Conflict Minerals policy
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI Sustainability Reporting Standards, SASB, Greenhouse Gas Protocol (WRI), CDP guidelines, UN Sustainable Development Goals
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Goal 3: Good health and well-being
- Goal 5: Gender equality
- Goal 9: Industry, innovation, and infrastructure
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Simplify Cervical Disc
Awards & Recognition
- 2020 MedTech Breakthrough Awards (Best New Imaging Technology Solution)
- 2019 Medical Design Excellence Awards (Gold winner)
- 2019 Edison Awards (Gold winner)