Modine Deepens Green Commitment with DOE Pact, Strong ESG Ratings

RACINE, Wis. – April 01, 2026 – In a significant move that reinforces its commitment to environmental stewardship, thermal management giant Modine has announced a trio of sustainability achievements, positioning the century-old company at the forefront of the industrial sector's green transition. The company has joined the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) prestigious Better Plants program and has secured strong independent ratings for its environmental performance from global non-profits CDP and EcoVadis.

This multi-faceted announcement goes beyond typical corporate sustainability pledges, representing a strategic integration of environmental goals into the core of Modine's business operations. By partnering with a major federal program and subjecting its performance to rigorous third-party scrutiny, the Racine-based manufacturer is signaling a deeper commitment to measurable progress, both within its own facilities and through the energy-efficient products it supplies to a global market.

A Trifecta of Green Credentials

Modine's strengthened sustainability platform rests on three key pillars announced this week. The first is its entry into the DOE's Better Plants program, a voluntary national partnership that enlists industrial companies to set and achieve ambitious energy, water, and waste reduction goals. Participants typically commit to reducing energy intensity by 25% over a decade. The program is a proven catalyst for change; since its inception, partners have collectively saved over $14 billion in energy costs and prevented quadrillions of British thermal units (QBtu) of energy waste, demonstrating the tangible economic benefits of industrial efficiency.

By joining this initiative, Modine gains access to technical assistance and a network of over 300 leading U.S. manufacturers, all collaborating on best practices. This partnership formalizes Modine's internal efficiency goals and aligns them with a national effort to bolster industrial competitiveness while reducing environmental impact.

Complementing this partnership are two significant external validations of Modine's recent efforts. The company achieved a 'B' score for both Climate Change and Water Security in the 2025 survey from CDP, the world's leading environmental disclosure system. A 'B' score signifies that a company has moved beyond mere disclosure and is in the 'Management' band, indicating it has implemented coordinated actions to address climate and water risks. For an industrial manufacturer, achieving this level of performance demonstrates a robust and proactive approach to managing its environmental footprint.

Further bolstering its credentials, Modine was awarded a Bronze Medal from EcoVadis, a globally trusted provider of business sustainability ratings. This rating, which places a company in the top half of all businesses assessed, evaluates performance across four key themes: Environment, Labor & Human Rights, Ethics, and Sustainable Procurement. The Bronze Medal indicates that Modine has established a structured and comprehensive sustainability management system, a critical factor for customers who are increasingly scrutinizing the ethical and environmental performance of their supply chain partners.

The Strategic Business of Being Green

While rooted in environmental responsibility, Modine's initiatives are also a calculated business strategy. In an era of rising energy costs and increasing investor focus on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria, sustainability is no longer a peripheral concern but a central driver of long-term value. The operational efficiencies gained through programs like Better Plants can lead directly to significant cost savings, improving the company's bottom line.

Moreover, these commitments serve as a powerful market differentiator. As industries from data centers to automotive manufacturing face mounting pressure to decarbonize, they increasingly seek suppliers whose products and practices align with their own sustainability targets. Modine's focus on developing energy-efficient heating, cooling, and ventilation solutions that reduce emissions and improve air quality directly addresses this demand. The company's validated green credentials provide customers with the assurance that they are partnering with a responsible and forward-thinking leader.

"Our commitment to sustainability is at the core of our company's purpose," said Mark W. Johnson, Vice President of Technology & Innovation for Data Centers at Modine, in a statement. "Joining the Better Plants program and our strong scores from CDP and EcoVadis are a testament to the hard work and dedication of our global team. We are proud of the progress we have made and are committed to continuing our journey to help our customers reduce their environmental impact as well as our own."

This sentiment reflects a growing understanding in the corporate world: a company's own sustainability performance is intrinsically linked to the value it provides its customers. By embedding sustainable practices in its manufacturing and innovation, Modine is better positioned to capture growth in markets where efficiency and environmental performance are paramount.

A Legacy of Innovation Evolves

For over a century, Modine has built its reputation on solving complex thermal management challenges for mission-critical applications. The company's purpose, 'Engineering a Cleaner, Healthier World™', frames its recent sustainability push not as a departure, but as a natural evolution of its innovative legacy. From developing systems that lower harmful vehicle emissions to pioneering technologies that use environmentally friendly refrigerants, the principles of efficiency and reduced environmental impact have long been part of its engineering DNA.

The latest announcements add a new layer of transparency and accountability to this long-standing mission. By participating in federal programs and seeking independent ratings, Modine is translating its corporate purpose into a set of measurable and verifiable actions. This holistic approach—combining operational improvements in its own facilities with the development of sustainable solutions for its customers—creates a powerful feedback loop that drives continuous improvement.

As the world grapples with climate change and resource scarcity, the role of industrial manufacturers like Modine has never been more critical. The company's proactive steps to reduce its energy intensity and enhance its environmental reporting demonstrate a clear recognition of this responsibility. This new chapter, underscored by tangible commitments and third-party validation, suggests that for Modine, the next century of innovation will be defined by its dedication to engineering a cleaner, healthier world.