At Spica Technology, we are proud to announce the publication of our first ESG report. This marks a significant milestone for our company and forms the basis for how we approach sustainability in a structured and transparent way going forward.

The report provides a baseline for our environmental, social, and governance performance. It also strengthens our ongoing initiatives and contributes to our competitiveness in a market where sustainable performance is increasingly expected.

We have seen ESG as an opportunity to reinforce our green focus. The timing of the report aligns with our move to a new headquarters, which makes this a natural starting point for tracking our impact going forward

explains Benny Thomsen, CEO of Spica Technology.

Since 2024, ESG reporting has been a legal requirement for larger companies in the EU, covering three dimensions of sustainability: environmental, social, and corporate governance. While Spica is not legally required to report, we have chosen to do so voluntarily, following the VSME (Voluntary Sustainability Reporting Standards for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises) framework developed by the Danish Business Authority.

Building on what we already do

The process of compiling our ESG data confirmed that many sustainability practices were already in place at Spica. For example, we reuse more than 90% of our cardboard packaging, purchase refurbished IT equipment whenever possible, and operate a solar panel system that contributes directly to the electricity consumption of our facilities.

Working with ESG gave us the opportunity to document and evaluate what we were already doing — such as waste sorting — and identify areas where we can improve. It also made us realise that even small initiatives matter when it comes to reducing our footprint

says Camilla Bech Thomsen, ESG Responsible at Spica Technology.

Challenges with data collection

While the overall process has been positive, it has not been without challenges. In particular, data collection related to Scope 3 emissions proved difficult.

It has been hard to find the necessary data for various raw materials and components. That is why we reached out to our long-time partner VOKA Industri for assistance

says Camilla Bech Thomsen.

Alf Graugaard-Jensen, co-owner of VOKA Industri, elaborates:

At VOKA, we have integrated an ERP system that gives us access to a broad range of data. Our goal is to eventually deliver data at component level. Although we are not there yet, we were happy to support Spica in gathering the data they needed.

Internally, Spica has also taken several steps to improve data collection. For example, employees manually weigh and report on wood waste, and despite limited local infrastructure, we have begun tracking waste types like EPS foam (styrofoam), which are not yet fully supported by recycling centres.

Employee involvement has been key

Throughout the process, the involvement of our employees has been essential. ESG has become a natural topic of discussion during our regular company breakfasts and internal events. We have made a deliberate effort to demystify ESG and to integrate it into our daily thinking.

The report has been written in an accessible language, following the VSME basic module, so that it may also serve as inspiration for other small and medium-sized companies working with sustainability.

Looking ahead

This first ESG report is only the beginning. Our insights and data will be used not only internally but also across our value chain. As part of Ernströmgruppen, which owns 80% of Spica Technology, we look forward to sharing our experiences and contributing to a greener foundation across the group.

We are part of a larger supply chain that depends on transparent data. The better we become at collecting and sharing ESG information, the more we contribute to a sustainable energy sector

says Benny Thomsen.

You can read the full ESG report here.

For any questions regarding the report or our ESG initiatives, please feel free to contact Camilla Bech Thomsen at +45 31 79 14 40 or cbt@spicatech.dk.