What is the ORCA certification?
The ORCA certification is a holding-level certification that reflects our commitment to reducing our environmental impact across the organization. By compensating our CO₂ emissions through investment in a certified plastic recycling project in the Netherlands, we support initiatives that reduce greenhouse gas emissions, conserve valuable raw materials, and promote a circular economy. The project is certified by the Stichting Nationale Koolstofmarkt, and the resulting emission reductions are independently verified, ensuring transparency and credibility.
Why is this important for NBS Scientific?
The ORCA certificate demonstrates that our commitment to sustainability extends beyond our own operations and is embedded at holding level. By supporting certified climate projects, we contribute to meaningful environmental initiatives and help create a more sustainable future.
For our customers and partners, this means:
- Supporting a circular economy by investing in certified plastic recycling initiatives that reduce waste and preserve valuable resources.
- Demonstrating environmental responsibility by taking action to compensate unavoidable CO₂ emissions.
- Providing transparency and trust, as the supported project and its emission reductions are independently verified.
- Meeting growing sustainability expectations within the life sciences industry, where environmental performance is increasingly considered alongside product quality and innovation.
- Reinforcing our sustainability strategy, complementing initiatives such as offering sustainable laboratory products and working with environmentally conscious manufacturing partners.
This certification is one of the ways we demonstrate our ongoing commitment to responsible business practices and supporting a more sustainable life sciences industry at both operational and holding level.
