NEXT Biometrics Group ASA
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2022)
Reporting Period: 2022
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Human Rights
- Fair Working Environment
- Equal Rights
- Health and Safety
- Environment and Climate Impact
- Business Ethics & Anti-Corruption
Social Achievements
- Improved workforce diversity: 18.5% women (2021: 15%)
- No work-related injuries reported.
Governance Achievements
- Board diversity: 50% women (2 out of 4 board members)
Climate Goals & Targets
Environmental Challenges
- Microchip and component scarcity impacting sensor delivery to customers.
- Delays in implementation of next-generation biometric framework in India.
Mitigation Strategies
- Signed contracts with additional distributors in South America, South-East Asia, and China.
- Secured a new India-based OEM partner.
- Continued product development efforts.
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- Supplier Code of Conduct requiring responsible business practices, respect for human rights, labor rights, environmental protection, anti-corruption measures.
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Transition Risks
- Regulatory and technological changes towards carbon neutrality leading to increased costs.