Empowering People. Protecting the Planet.

At Speexx, we empower people and organizations to grow through inclusive learning, responsible business practices, and a deep commitment to sustainability. By advancing digital people development, supporting global communities, and continuously improving our environmental and social impact, we strive to build a smarter, fairer, and greener future for all.

Our Sustainability Pillars

Environmental Responsibility

Minimizing our footprint, maximizing our impact. We integrate sustainability into our operations, products, and culture to support global climate goals.

Social Impact & Inclusion

Empowering people through inclusive learning and community support. We foster well-being, equity, and growth for our employees and the communities we serve.

Governance & Ethics

Doing business with integrity and transparency. We uphold high ethical standards across our operations and value chain.

Sustainability Highlights from 2025

9.6%

Reduction in total GHG emissions

65%

Renewable electricity (market-based)

SME B

CDP Climate Disclosure

293

Employees worldwide

Nationalities represented

4,600+

Employee learning & development hours

Certifications & Partnerships

CDP Climate Disclosure Rating

Speexx is proud to be part of the CDP Climate Disclosure 2025, underscoring our commitment to transparency in carbon reporting and climate responsibility.

CDP (Carbon Disclosure Project) is the world’s leading framework for companies to measure and disclose their climate impact. The assessment evaluates companies on key sustainability criteria, including carbon emissions across Scope 1, 2, and 3, environmental governance, and climate-related risk management. Speexx participation reflects our ongoing efforts to improve environmental performance and accountability.

We are dedicated to increasing transparency, actively measuring and reporting emissions, and taking steps toward science-based climate goals.

CDP 2025 - Speexx Standards and certifications

The Diversity Charter

At Speexx, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our culture. We are proud to be signatories of the official Diversity Charters in Germany and Italy (2022), and Spain and France (2025). By joining the Diversity Charters in Germany and Italy in 2022 and adding Spain and France in 2025, Speexx reinforces its commitment to building a team that reflects the diversity of our global user community. While we recognize that DEI is an ongoing journey, being a signatory underscores our dedication to inclusive hiring, continuous education, and a culture of respect and feedback. This pledge is more than symbolic—it drives our efforts to create an inclusive workplace where every voice is heard and valued, and where discrimination of any kind has no place.

Ecovadis Sustainability Rating

EcoVadis medals are awarded based on companies’ percentile rankings within the EcoVadis database. In 2026, Speexx has achieved its highest score to date – 71/100 – earning a Bronze Medal and reaching an “Advanced” sustainability performance level across all four assessment areas for the first time.

This marks a significant step forward, with major improvements in Sustainable Procurement (+16 points) and Environment (+11 points). Speexx now ranks among the Top 16% of all companies assessed worldwide and within the Top 9% of our industry. We narrowly missed a Silver Medal by one percentile – underscoring both our progress and the increasingly rigorous standards applied across the EcoVadis network.

EcoVadis evaluates more than 150,000 companies across 250+ industries. This result reflects Speexx ongoing commitment to responsible business practices, transparent governance, and sustainable value creation.

United Nations Global Compact

We are proud to participate in the UN Global Compact, a policy initiative for businesses who are committed to aligning their operations and strategies with ten universally accepted principles in the areas of human rights, labor, environment, and anti-corruption. Speexx proudly supports the 10 principles of the UN Global Compact.

Naturstrom Partners

Speexx uses renewable energy sources for its offices, provided by green energy supplier Naturstrom. Moreover, Speexx lauds Naturstrom’s continuous support of communities and businesses in finding sustainable energy sources beyond coal and nuclear power.

Humentum

Since 2015, Speexx has partnered with Humentum to support global NGOs through language training. Thousands of nonprofit professionals across 100+ countries have accessed Speexx courses in English, French, and Spanish—helping strengthen capacity and impact in the social sector.

Impact in Action

Language Learning for Stronger Communities

Packing Kindness, One Gift at a Time for “Geschenk mit Herz”

Celebrating Inclusion Through the ‘Yo Tengo Opinión’ Debate League

Do You Want to Know More?

Explore our Sustainability Report to learn about our other social impact partnerships and charitable initiatives.

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FAQs

What is Speexx’s approach to corporate social responsibility and sustainability?

Speexx integrates sustainability into its operations as a global digital learning provider, structured around three pillars: environmental responsibility, social impact and inclusion, and governance and ethics. Speexx has participated in the UN Global Compact since 2012, holds an EcoVadis Bronze Medal (71/100, 2026) and discloses climate data through CDP.

What is Speexx’s carbon footprint?

Speexx’ total greenhouse gas emissions were approximately 781 tonnes of CO₂ equivalent during the latest reporting period. This included emissions from our offices and energy use, as well as indirect emissions from purchased services, business travel, employee commuting, remote working, and digital products. This represented a 9.6% reduction compared with the previous reporting period, while emissions per employee decreased by 5%.

How is Speexx reducing its environmental impact?

Speexx delivered more than 400,000 training sessions online in 2025, with classroom delivery accounting for 0.2% of training activity. Renewable electricity accounted for 65% of purchased electricity (market-based method), supplied in part through the Speexx partnership with Naturstrom, and 86% of employee commuting was by public transport, cycling, or walking. Further measures include optimizing office space, improving IT efficiency, and strengthening sustainable procurement.

How does Speexx support its employees and communities?

Speexx strives to provide fair, safe, and inclusive working conditions, flexible working arrangements, employee development, wellbeing initiatives, and accessible feedback channels. Our 293 employees represent 39 nationalities, and women account for 56% of the workforce. Our wider social-impact initiatives include language training for an organization supporting migrant families, donated business coaching, collaboration with the Liga Española de Debate Universitario, and employee volunteering.

How does Speexx protect customer and learner data?

Speexx operates an ISO/IEC 27001:2022-certified Information Security Management System, holds a SOC 2 Type II attestation and a TISAX assessment label, complies with NIS2 requirements, and has achieved CyberVadis Platinum status. Speexx is GDPR compliant and hosts customer and learner data on Speexx-owned servers in Germany. Full details are published on the Speexx Standards and Certifications page.

Is Speexx accessible for all learners?

Speexx works toward WCAG 2.2 Level AA conformance through continuous accessibility testing, improvement planning, and user feedback. Where known limitations remain, alternative formats or testing arrangements can be provided. Speexx is also certified to ISO 9001:2015 for quality management and holds AZAV and ZFU accreditation in Germany.

How does Speexx ensure responsible and ethical use of AI?

The Speexx AI Coaching Platform was independently evaluated by ICF Germany against the ICF AI Coaching Framework, making it the first AI coaching platform to complete such an audit. It runs entirely on Speexx-owned servers in Germany, with no third-party AI integrations, no data shared with third parties, and no use of user data for training. Speexx responsible AI policies address transparency, human oversight, security, privacy, and fairness in line with the EU AI Act.

Which sustainability standards and external assessments support Speexx’s approach?

The Speexx Sustainability Report is informed by the European Sustainability Reporting Standards and GRI Standards. Speexx has participated in the UN Global Compact since 2012 and reports through CDP, where it received an SME B climate disclosure rating. Speexx also achieved an EcoVadis score of 71/100, placing it in the top 16% of assessed companies worldwide and the top 9% of its industry.

Where can I learn more about Speexx’s ESG performance?

The Speexx Sustainability Report is available to download and covers environmental, social and governance performance, commitments, targets, and priorities in detail. For ESG questionnaires, supplier assessments, or questions about the Speexx sustainability approach, contact sustainability@speexx.com.

How does Speexx digital learning reduce an organization's carbon footprint?

Replacing in-person language training with digital delivery reduces travel, venue, and materials-related emissions within a customer’s Scope 3 footprint. In 2025, Speexx delivered more than 400,000 training sessions online, with classroom delivery accounting for 0.2% of total training activity. Customers reporting under the CSRD can request Speexx emissions data to support their own value-chain disclosures.

Can Speexx provide emissions data for our CSRD or supplier ESG reporting?

Speexx measures and reports Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions annually and can provide data to support customers’ CSRD and ESRS reporting and supplier questionnaire requirements. Requests can be sent to sustainability@speexx.com.

Does Speexx have human rights and anti-corruption policies?

Speexx has participated in the UN Global Compact since 2012, committing to its principles on human rights, labor, the environment, and anti-corruption. The Speexx Supplier & Partner Code of Conduct and Ethics applies human rights, labor, and ethical requirements across the supply chain.