Shaping the future of sustainable communications infrastructure.
Superior Essex Communications is committed to taking ambitious action and is ready to support your sustainability goals.
Our Sustainability Commitments
In 2008, team members at our Hoisington, Kansas plant made the decision to do something about their environmental impact. Supported by Superior Essex Communications, they achieved Zero Waste to Landfill certification in 2014, setting foundations for our entire sustainability program and the industry firsts that followed.
Committed to supporting global carbon reduction efforts, Superior Essex Communications has set ambitious carbon reduction targets in alignment and validated by the Science Based Targets initiative. Our roadmap aims to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, actively advancing impact reduction practices to safeguard our planet for generations to come.
We rigorously evaluate our supply chain, prioritizing impact reduction, ethical labor practices, and responsible resource extraction. Third-party verification confirms our dedication to product and operational transparency with the intent to promote a healthier, responsibly sourced, and sustainable built environment.
MissonNext is the overarching vision of the future of of Superior Essex Communications. Organized from the ground up by our inclusive, cross-functional MissionNext committee, the MissionNext program aims to evolve our organization for the benefit of customers, current and future employees, and the world at large.
Driving positive change in our industry and the built environment requires collective effort. Our team recognizes this and actively leads and participates in many industry organizations. There, we emphasize collaboration, share expertise, and cross pollinate innovation to amplify our impact and foster sustainable advancements.
Superior Essex Communications is committed to corporate transparency, prioritizing consistent reporting of the ongoing development of our environmental, social, and governance initiatives. We believe in the power of clear disclosure, fostering trust and accountability with stakeholders while championing sustainable and responsible business practices.
Our Commitment to Transparency and Sustainability
Superior Essex discusses the importance of sustainability, their commitment to transparency and sustainable manufacturing practices, and their contributions toward LEED certification through the publication of Environmental Product Declarations (EPD) and Health Product Declarations (HPD) for their premises copper and optical fiber cables.
Sustainability Updates
Superior Essex Communications, a global leader in communications cable and connectivity solutions, is proud to announce the unveiling of its newly articulated Mission and Vision statements. These guiding principles reflect the company's renewed commitment to driving sustainable relationships, delivering quality, and exceeding customer expectations.
Superior Essex Communications is proud to announce a remarkable milestone: the 10th consecutive year of achieving Zero Waste to Landfill certification at its Hoisington, Kansas facility. This achievement is particularly significant as it coincides with the plant’s 50th anniversary, marking five decades of continuous operation since it first opened its doors in 1974.
In today's hyper-connected world, digital inclusion is no longer a luxury but a necessity. Yet, the digital divide remains a significant barrier, especially for underserved communities. This divide is not just about access to technology but rather about the lack of communication infrastructure that limits opportunities for education, employment, and social interaction.
Superior Essex Communications, a global leader in the design and manufacture of communication cable products, is proud to announce the official validation of its Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) carbon reduction targets.
Superior Essex Communications is excited to announce its official public partnership with Parallel Sustainability (Parallel), an integrated sustainability staffing consultancy. Over the past eight years, Parallel has worked side by side with the Superior Essex Communications team, providing invaluable contracted sustainability staffing support that has significantly contributed to the success of Superior Essex Communications’ holistic and industry leading sustainability program.
Superior Essex Communications Redefines Digital Experience with Website Relaunch and Introduction of New BABA Page
The Office of US Congressman August Pfluger (11th District of Texas) recently paid a visit to the Superior Essex Communications plant in Brownwood, Texas. As a member of the Energy & Commerce committee, Congressman Pfluger is well-versed in the intricacies of BEAD funding and BABA, making him an ideal advocate for the industry. He was joined by Dr. Cory Hines, President of Howard Payne University, and Dr. Dale Meinecke, the VP of Development for the school.
Superior Essex Communications Reaffirms Cable Products’ Compliance with BABA Act For BEAD-Funded Networks Communications cable products support a future of smart and sustainable communications through Build America, Buy America and Broadband Equity, Accessibility, and Deployment program compliance.
Superior Essex Communications, a global leader in designing and manufacturing innovative communication cables, is proud to announce the appointment of a visionary leader, Chris Freitag, as our new President. Embarking on a mission to drive strategic growth and harness decades of industry expertise, Chris joins our team with an extraordinary repertoire of achievements and an unwavering commitment to excellence.
Broadband connectivity is revolutionizing cities and towns across the United States, unleashing unprecedented opportunities for community connection, societal advancement, and economic growth. High-quality and low-latency broadband networks fuel business expansion, transforming healthcare services and expanding business opportunities in urban and rural areas. With seamless communication, access to online education, telemedicine, and cloud-based services, broadband has become a vital tool for education, healthcare, and economic prosperity. It is the key to bridging the digital divide and ensuring equitable access to reliable broadband, unlocking the full potential of all communities.
In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, attention is increasingly drawn to addressing the ever-expanding digital divide and the urgent need to bring connectivity to underserved and unserved areas. As we collectively tackle this imperative challenge, the significance of 5G technology cannot be overstated. With its cutting-edge capabilities and unparalleled potential, 5G is poised to revolutionize connectivity and bridge the gap like never before.
ATLANTA – Superior Essex Communications, a leading manufacturer and supplier of communications cable, announced it is continuing to invest in manufacturing capacity and equipment at its Brownwood, Texas, plant to help meet global demand for OSP fiber optic cables, drop fiber and hybrid cables.
Updates to our industry-leading PowerWise® Power over Ethernet (PoE) products: a new UL verification for performance, a new heat dissipation element to improve energy efficiency, and a new name that better reflects their capabilities.
Superior Essex discusses the importance of sustainability, its commitment to transparency and sustainable manufacturing practices, and its contributions toward LEED certification through the publication of Environmental Product Declarations (EPD) and Health Product Declarations (HPD) for its premises copper and optical fiber cables.
Superior Essex discusses the importance of sustainability, its commitment to transparency and sustainable manufacturing practices, and its contributions toward LEED certification through the publication of Environmental Product Declarations (EPD) and Health Product Declarations (HPD) for its premises copper and optical fiber cables.
REEL Quick: How Superior Essex Cables Contribute toward LEED Credits
From the floor of the ILFI Seattle event, members of different organizations share their thoughts on how Superior Essex Communications are impacting sustainabe intelligent building.
International Women’s Day is celebrated on March 8, and this year the theme is to #EmbraceEquity. The mission of IWD is to celebrate women’s achievement; raise awareness about discrimination, and to take action in driving gender parity.
From the floor of the ILFI Seattle event, members of different organizations share their thoughts on how Superior Essex Communications are impacting sustainabe intelligent building.
The employees of Superior Essex, Essex Brownell, and Essex Furukawa Magnet Wire have again come together in support of the neighborhood surrounding its Fort Wayne facilities.
Industry leaders discuss the important role of transparency in sustainability efforts and acknowledges what Superior Essex Communications is doing to lead the way.
VP Brian Ensign and Global Head of Sustainability Annie Bevan discuss what impact can be made by implementing sustainability to intelligent building.
President of Superior Essex Communications, Brad Johnson, and Global Head of Sustainability Annie Bevan discuss how the journey towards a sustainability-focused business has impacted the overall company.
Superior Essex Communications and Regenerative Built Environment Enter Partnership to Bring Sustainability Training to Latin America
Superior Essex Communications was honored to receive the Manufacturing Visionary Award in 2018, as awarded by the International Living Future Institute (ILFI). We received this honor for our industry-leading sustainability practices – including become more transparent with our EPDs, HPDs and Declare labels; transforming our own products to be more sustainable, being the first in our industry to achieve the Living Product Challenge; and then educating our customers and inspiring the rest of our industry to change as well.