How Cabling Systems Can Holistically Support Sustainable Design

Manufacturers in the U.S. contribute to nearly 23% of all direct carbon emissions, according to the EPA. If business continues as usual, those carbon emissions will contribute to irreversible negative changes to our natural ecosystems and the livability of communities.

nCompass sees this as a challenge. They are committed to minimizing their impact on the planet. Their cabling systems – comprised of connectivity from Legrand and Superior Essex communications cables – satisfy the five buckets of holistic sustainability, so your project can meet its green-building goals.

Climate Health

nCompass addresses climate health with products that reduce carbon emissions and ultimately offset more carbon than emitted through their Zero Carbon Program. Both of their manufacturing partners have reduced the embodied carbon of more than 35 product families by 4-15%. These products come with third-party verified Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) and Product Environmental Profiles (PEPs) to support project certifications.

Human Health

nCompass strives to lessen the impacts on human health by reducing or eliminating hazardous substances in their manufacturing, supply chain, and products. By setting strict expectations on themselves and their suppliers for product environmental compliance, they were able to earn an industry-leading eight Red List Free designations. nCompass has worked hard to eliminate dangerous compounds and will continue to minimize the impact on human health into the future.

Ecosystem Health

They manufacture products that connect the world, so they believe they should respect it as well. Together, Legrand and Superior Essex employ thoughtful supply chain management and restorative practices to ensure that they support natural air, water, and ecological cycles. Furthermore, they reduce their ecosystem impact by using 100% recycled material in their packaging.

Social Health and Equity

Their goal is to source materials from suppliers that emphasize human rights in their operations and supply chains following guides set by the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals. Doing this ensures that nCompass operations have a positive impact on people and communities throughout their value chain.

Circular Economy

A key tenant of holistic sustainability is the circular economy – where materials are reused, recycled, and shared for as long as they can be to eliminate waste. All of their copper cables are manufactured in a Zero Waste to Landfill facility, and they are developing materials take-back programs. By reducing their landfill contribution, they hope to encourage other companies to reduce waste in their processes.

By combining top-quality cabling and connectivity, nCompass provides a streamlined suite of innovative and sustainable communications systems to equip your buildings for a more connected future. Using nCompass structured cabling systems contributes to green-building certifications such as LEED, WELL and Living Building Challenge. 

Contact your local Accu-Tech representative or visit the Superior Essex page on our site to learn more.