Nord Security’s Green Code: 100% Renewable Power and Doubled Social Impact

LONDON, UK – June 03, 2026 – In an industry often scrutinized for its massive energy consumption, cybersecurity leader Nord Security has just drawn a bold line in the sand. The company behind the popular NordVPN service announced in its 2025 Impact Report that it has achieved 100% renewable energy usage across all its global offices and colocation services—a monumental leap from just 50% the previous year. This environmental milestone was revealed alongside a dramatic escalation of its social mission, which saw the company double its product donations to nonprofits and activists on the digital front lines.

This two-pronged push into environmental sustainability and social responsibility signals a maturing perspective within the high-growth tech sector, suggesting that a company's impact can be measured in more than just user numbers and revenue. As co-founder Eimantas Sabaliauskas stated, the focus in 2025 went beyond typical corporate goals. “Our focus wasn't solely on driving innovation, building new features, and scaling our products; we also made significant progress in environmental sustainability and community support,” he noted. “All of the implemented changes stemmed from our core mission – building secure technology and creating conditions for a safer, more open internet.”

The Green Datacenter: Deconstructing the 100% Renewable Milestone

For a company whose digital infrastructure spans the globe, achieving 100% renewable energy is no small feat. Nord Security’s transition represents a significant operational undertaking, resulting in a 66% reduction in emissions from purchased electricity, heating, and cooling (Scope 2) compared to 2024. This achievement wasn't simply a matter of flipping a switch; it was a multi-faceted strategy combining direct infrastructure choices with market-based mechanisms.

The foundation of this green shift lies in the company's use of low-power servers across 42 cities worldwide, a hardware choice that inherently reduces energy demand. Furthermore, nearly 70% of its office staff work in BREEAM-certified buildings, which employ advanced energy-saving measures like automated blinds for temperature control, motion-based lighting, and time-adjusted ventilation. These physical efficiencies are crucial in minimizing the company's direct energy footprint.

To cover the remaining consumption, Nord Security invested in a portfolio of Renewable Energy Attribute Certificates (EACs), including Guarantees of Origin (GOs), International REC Standards (I-RECs), and others. These certificates verify that the amount of electricity the company consumed was generated by and added to the grid from renewable sources. While some critics argue that EACs can be a form of greenwashing if not paired with direct reduction efforts, Nord Security’s approach of combining them with tangible efficiency measures demonstrates a more holistic strategy.

However, the company’s own report highlights the next great challenge. While direct emissions have been tackled, the total greenhouse gas output for 2025 stood at 30,030 tCO2e, with a staggering 99.3% of that figure originating in the supply chain (Scope 3). This transparency is commendable and points to the complex reality for all tech companies: the carbon cost of manufacturing hardware, providing services, and other indirect activities far outweighs that of keeping the lights on. Addressing this vast and distributed footprint will be the true test of its long-term environmental commitment.

Empowering the Front Lines: A New Scale of Social Impact

Parallel to its environmental achievements, Nord Security has profoundly deepened its commitment to social responsibility. In 2025, the company doubled the number of NordVPN accounts donated to individuals and organizations in need, distributing a total of 5,521 product accounts across its suite to over 360 nonprofits in 68 countries. These efforts support a wide range of causes, from human rights and humanitarian aid to education and social services.

For the first time, this support package included Saily, the company's eSIM service. This seemingly small addition has a significant impact, providing reliable and affordable internet access for nonprofit teams working in humanitarian crises or high-risk environments where stable connectivity is a lifeline for communication and coordination. Beneficiaries of the broader program include prominent organizations like UNHCR, OpenMedia, and TRIAL International.

One partner, Health in Harmony, noted that the donated VPN licenses were critical for protecting sensitive health data and ensuring secure communication across borders. A spokesperson for the organization explained that the tools safeguard their digital workspaces, which is essential for operating safely and efficiently in regions with heightened cybersecurity risks.

This direct support is bolstered by substantial financial contributions, with over €89,000 donated to digital rights organizations like AccessNow and the Open Rights Group. The company also sponsored approximately 90 hackathons, engaging up to 67,000 participants to foster innovation and security skills within the broader tech community.

Building Resilience with 'Cybersecurity for Changemakers'

Perhaps the most forward-looking aspect of Nord Security's social impact strategy is its move beyond simple product donations to active capacity building. The company recently finalized and launched “Cybersecurity for Changemakers,” a hands-on training program designed specifically for the unique challenges faced by nonprofit organizations.

Nonprofits are often targeted by cyberattacks due to the sensitive data they handle and their typically limited resources for IT security. This program aims to bridge that gap by providing practical, accessible guidance to help these teams build digital resilience. This initiative was further strengthened by a new partnership with Internews, a global organization that supports independent media and journalists. The collaboration integrates Nord's tools and “Changemakers” training materials directly into Internews' digital safety programs worldwide.

Meera Selva, CEO of Internews Europe, highlighted the importance of such partnerships. “Being able to provide reliable tools that reduce journalists’ and activists’ exposure to surveillance and censorship is a core part of our work,” she stated. This collaboration provides a direct channel to equip those on the front lines of free expression with the defenses they need.

A Blueprint for Responsible Growth?

By weaving environmental and social initiatives directly into its operational fabric, Nord Security is authoring a compelling case study in responsible corporate growth. Its adherence to the United Nations Global Compact and its alignment with Sustainable Development Goals provide a structured framework for these efforts. This is not philanthropy relegated to a separate foundation; it is an integrated strategy that views a safer, more open internet and a healthier planet as symbiotic goals.

While the company continues its aggressive business expansion, evidenced by recent strategic partnerships with industry giants like CrowdStrike and Acronis, its detailed impact reporting demonstrates that rapid growth does not have to come at the expense of corporate conscience. The journey is far from over, particularly with the immense challenge of decarbonizing its supply chain looming large. Yet, by achieving a major renewable energy milestone while simultaneously scaling its support for digital rights, Nord Security is offering a potential blueprint for how the next generation of tech leaders can build not just profitable, but purposeful enterprises.