Environmental, Social & Governance

CORTEC's Environmental, Social and Governance Commitment

At CORTEC, we are committed to continuous improvement in the care we provide to our customers, employees, partners, interested parties, and the natural resources entrusted to us. We envision a future in which every action we take reflects respect for the God-given dignity of the human person and contributes to a healthier, more resilient planet.

 

We will lead by example, strengthening accountability in how we operate, investing in the well-being and development of our people, and collaborating with others to extend our impact beyond our facilities. By empowering our team to embrace this vision as a core value, we aim to advance our ESG-aligned goals with integrity and purpose, creating lasting, positive change for our workforce, our communities, and future generations.

 

A copy of our full ESG report is available upon request. 

Environmental Commitment

CORTEC acknowledges a significant responsibility to the planet. The company’s commitment to sustainability is demonstrated through active monitoring of natural resource consumption and total waste generation. By adopting innovative practices and promoting a culture of environmental stewardship, CORTEC seeks to substantially reduce its environmental impact.

Social Responsibility

CORTEC is dedicated to global well-being by embracing responsible manufacturing, prioritizing product safety and quality, and aiming for zero product recalls or safety incidents. Our team supports communities through fundraising for home construction in Haiti through the Haiti Mission organization, participating in local charitable events, supporting faith-based organizations, and organizing biannual blood drives. We also champion educational opportunities for families in need through our support of the Arete Scholars program, enabling access to quality private education.
CORTEC’s leadership is actively involved with the American Petroleum Institute (API), contributing to committees that enhance industry quality and safety standards. Our participation in API’s Fugitive Emission Standards workgroup reflects our pledge to qualify all CORTEC products to meet or exceed these new benchmarks—helping customers reduce hazardous leaks and lower their carbon footprint.

Governance Standards

CORTEC maintains the highest standards of integrity in all business dealings. Comprehensive evaluations are conducted to ensure that honesty and fair practices remain central to all company operations.

 

CORTEC provides a comprehensive wellness program designed to support employee health and well-being. The program underscores the company’s commitment to fostering a healthy workforce through proactive health initiatives and resources.
Safety is foundational to CORTEC’s operational culture. Management upholds the principle that all workplace injuries are preventable, positioning safety as the paramount priority. Weekly training sessions across all departments reinforce this commitment, cultivating a work environment where safety and productivity coexist seamlessly.

Promoting Ethical Standards

CORTEC promotes ethical standards throughout its business dealings; the Company's policy is to raise and uphold these standards to the highest possible level of integrity, even when the laws are permissive. Local customs and traditions must be recognized and respected, but integrity transcends all cultures.

All CORTEC employees, authorized agents, and representatives are expected to promote and maintain the highest ethical working environment by exhibiting integrity, respect, and trust. By establishing a reputation of integrity, CORTEC establishes long-term business relationships that are crucial to the Company's future, not only for itself but its employees, customers, authorized agents, and representatives.

 

A copy of our code of ethics is available upon request.

At CORTEC, we value business relationships built on integrity, accountability, and responsible performance.

Our suppliers, contractors, and business partners are an important part of our success, and we believe it is essential to clearly communicate the standards expected of those who work with us or on our behalf.

CORTEC is committed to conducting business ethically, fairly, and in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Guided by our Code of Ethics, we expect our suppliers and contractors to uphold similar standards in areas including legal compliance, anti-bribery, confidentiality, trade compliance, workplace responsibility, and safe and ethical business practices.

Our Business Conduct Expectations page provides an overview of these standards and the principles that help guide our business relationships.