
Our commitment to
Sustainability
NETZSCH has been committed to sustainable, value-based business practices for five generations – providing us with firm foundations for outstanding flexibility and resilience over decades. Our success is based on the dedication of our owner family and our employees, who continually develop NETZSCH through their expertise, innovative strength, and impressive sense of responsibility.
We continue to take responsibility, actively shape change, and make a positive contribution to providing a future worth living for coming generations – all in line with our sustainability vision: “At NETZSCH, we are dedicated to green growth by balancing our PLANET, PRODUCT, and PEOPLE.”

Sustainability Report 2024/2025
PLANET
Build a green planet together
We become a greenhouse-gas-neutral company powered entirely by sustainable energy, ensuring a healthy PLANET for future generation.

In the field of climate change (ESRS E1), NETZSCH is committed to systematically recording and reducing the coporate carbon footprint (CCF) thereby creating transparency for climatefriendly decisions.
With these measures, NETZSCH makes an active contribution to the reduction of emissions and is shaping a climate-friendly future.
PLANET – Our goals
- We are 100 % powered by renewable and GHG-neutral energy.
- We are a GHG-neutral company.
Note: All of the targets mentioned relate to the target year of 2045. NETZSCH understands GHG-neutral to mean the complete elimination of scope 1 and 2 emissions. Scope 3 emissions should be reduced by at least 30% compared to the base year of 2023. NETZSCH reserves the right to review these targets in the future and adjust them if necessary. External accreditation by an independent third party is planned.
PLANET – Our projects
The waste heat generated in the air compressor room of the NETZSCH (Lanzhou) Pumps Co., Ltd. site in Lanzhou (China) is used in a targeted manner. During the winter months, it is fed into the workshop to additionally heat the packaging area. This can locally increase the room temperature by around 2 °C while also reducing the heating energy requirement.

PRODUCT
Build value with sustainable products
Our PRODUCTS are industry leaders in circularity – setting new standards in sustainability for our customers.
In the field of resource use and circular economy (ESRS E5), the company is committed to the responsible and careful use of resources as well as to closing material cycles. Numerous initiatives have already been developed in all three business units in order to consistently put this approach into practice. NETZSCH optimizes recycling rates, reduces waste, and develops innovative solutions for a sustainable value chain.
Customers benefit from durable products, fewer maintenance costs, and the ability to specifically replace individual components, which strengthens sustainability along the entire product life cycle.
PRODUCT – Our goals
- We continuously improve the energy efficiency of our products.
- We are committed to constantly reduce the PCF of our products and provide our customers with low-carbon solutions.
- Our products are leading in the use of recycled materials.
- The usage of our products accelerates a sustainable development.
Note: All of the targets mentioned relate to the target year of 2045. NETZSCH understands GHG-neutral to mean the complete elimination of scope 1 and 2 emissions. Scope 3 emissions should be reduced by at least 30% compared to the base year of 2023. NETZSCH reserves the right to review these targets in the future and adjust them if necessary. External accreditation by an independent third party is planned.
PRODUCT – Our projects

The unlimited warranty was introduced in the Analyzing & Testing business unit as a service that creates sustainability-related added value. An unlimited warranty is provided for selected thermal analysis, rheology, and fire testing devices subject to an existing maintenance contract. The offer promotes regular maintenance and the long-term use of the systems, extends their technical service life, and reduces material-intensive replacement investments.

The durability of NETZSCH pumps is reflected in the long-term availability of original spare parts, even after over 50 years. Several pump series are designed for continuous operation and make it possible to continue using existing equipment. This helps to conserve resources by avoiding material intensive replacement investments.

At the NETZSCH Technologies India Pvt. Ltd. site in Chennai (India), pumps are packaged in biodegradable plastic film. This specifically replaces conventional plastic packaging with an alternative packaging material. The film used decomposes naturally after use and helps to reduce pollution, especially at the end of the product life cycle.
The use of more environmentally friendly painting systems at the NETZSCH (Lanzhou) Pumps Co., Ltd. site in Lanzhou (China) is being systematically expanded. The aim is to gradually substitute materials that contain solvents with input materials that have a lower environmental and health impact. In the fiscal year 2025, the total paint consumption came to 20,100 kg, made up of 73.6% water-based paints and 26.4% oil-based paints. The transition from oil to water-based paint increasingly replaces toxic, harmful, and polluting substances with more environmentally friendly alternatives.

At NETZSCH do Brasil Indústria e Comércio Ltda. in Pomerode (Brazil), Environment Week 2025 focused on reducing plastic waste. This was done by raising awareness of plastic pollution and providing specific suggestions for action. Specialist lectures, an exhibition on the environmental impacts of plastics, and the presentation of sustainable alternatives provided practical knowledge.

The NETZSCH Technologies India Pvt. Ltd. site in Chennai (India) used World Environment Day to raise awareness of the consequences of plastic pollution. Employees received reusable fabric bags and presented ideas on how to reuse plastic within the scope of the Reengineering Plastic Contest. The day concluded with a joint clean-up operation in the surrounding area.
PEOPLE
Empower our people & stakeholder
At NETZSCH, everyone feels respected, valued, and truly belongs – taking responsibility for our PEOPLE and our entire value chain.

In the Own Workforce field (ESRS S1), the company is therefore committed to fair working conditions, equal opportunities, and the continual advancement of its employees. It demonstrates this through targeted training and development measures, work-life balance schemes, and a corporate culture that actively supports diversity and inclusion. This commitment is complemented by an occupational health management system and preventive health and occupational safety measures.
PEOPLE – Our goals
- At NETZSCH, we empower women to become part of our management team. We constantly increase our proportion of women on all levels.
- Our commitment to learning and development enables our employees and partners to grow, fulfil their potential, and improve their quality of life.
- Occupational safety for our people and our workers in our 1st tier chain is at top level in our industry.
Note: All of the targets mentioned relate to the target year of 2045. NETZSCH understands GHG-neutral to mean the complete elimination of scope 1 and 2 emissions. Scope 3 emissions should be reduced by at least 30% compared to the base year of 2023. NETZSCH reserves the right to review these targets in the future and adjust them if necessary. External accreditation by an independent third party is planned.
PEOPLE – Our projects

The student competition run by NETZSCH Gerätebau GmbH in Selb (Germany) offered young people the opportunity to develop their vision of a modern laboratory and present it to a panel of judges. The projects ranged from physical NETZSCH Online Academy models to digital concepts. The aim was to get students with an interest in science and technology excited about research, innovation, and future topics at an early stage. This resulted in a long-term school project that promotes enthusiasm for technology, initiative, and teamwork.

Every year in October, the NETZSCH Indústria e Comércio de Equipamentos de Moagem Ltda. site in Pomerode (Brazil) turns its focus to self-care and breast cancer prevention. At the same time, awareness is strengthened of women’s health from a holistic perspective, including physical, emotional, and social aspects. The site also regularly invites guest speakers, who help to sustainably support this important matter by providing sound information, valuable stimuli, and practical suggestions.

The family day held by NETZSCH Premier Technologies, LLC in Exton (USA) gave children and young people a practical insight into their parents’ everyday working lives. Using safety equipment, they explored machines and production processes, learned the basics of grinding and dispersing in the test laboratory, and discovered the importance of these processes for product quality. The day was all about curiosity, family ties, and technical inspiration, and ended with symbolic ‘paychecks’ and a communal lunch.

POLICY
Act with integrity & accountability
We embed integrity, compliance and accountability in all decisions – ensuring trust, stability and sustainable success across our value chain.
As an international industrial company, NETZSCH operates in various countries and markets with a broad range of legal, regulatory, and social requirements. To meet these requirements, all business activities are based on clear values, binding standards, and transparent decision-making processes. These form the foundation of our corporate culture.
In view of this situation, NETZSCH is committed to responsible business conduct in the interests of all stakeholders. To this end, it maintains management structures and processes that ensure that all business activities are legally compliant at all times and meet high ethical requirements. This commitment to integrity expressly applies along the entire value chain.


UN Global Compact
The NETZSCH Group has joined the United Nations Global Compact – the world's largest initiative for responsible and sustainable corporate governance. At the same time, the company became a member of the UN Global Compact Network Germany.
With this step, NETZSCH reaffirms its clear commitment to responsible business practices and aligns its activities with the ten principles of the United Nations Global Compact. These principles cover the areas of human rights, labor standards, the environment, and anti-corruption.
The exchange within the network opens up new perspectives, sharpens our focus, and helps to further develop and improve existing measures. At the same time, collaboration with other companies creates additional impulses and fields of action – both for the NETZSCH Group and across its business relationships.
Sustainability Team
The establishment of an interdisciplinary Sustainability Team underscores the NETZSCH Group's efforts to harmonise economic, social and ecological requirements.

Applied Sustainability Across Our Business Units



UN Global Compact
The NETZSCH Group has joined the United Nations Global Compact – the world’s largest initiative for responsible and sustainable corporate governance. At the same time, the company became a member of the UN Global Compact Network Germany.
With this step, NETZSCH reaffirms its clear commitment to responsible business practices and aligns its activities with the ten principles of the United Nations Global Compact. These principles cover the areas of human rights, labor standards, the environment, and anti-corruption.
The exchange within the network opens up new perspectives, sharpens our focus, and helps to further develop and improve existing measures. At the same time, collaboration with other companies creates additional impulses and fields of action – both for the NETZSCH Group and across its business relationships.
Our aim is to produce durable capital goods and ensure their sustainable use through reliable spare parts supply and first-class service.






