Nortech Celebrates Earth Day with Support for Urban Tree Planting

MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- In honor of Earth Day, Nortech Systems (“Nortech” or the “Company) is proud to announce its continued annual support for Neighborhood Forests, a partnership that has flourished over the past three years. As a sequoia-level sponsor, Nortech has donated over 10,000 trees to the program, demonstrating its unwavering commitment to environmental sustainability and community enrichment.

"Nortech's support of Neighborhood Forests is a testament to our dedication to innovative, green technologies," said Jay D. Miller, President and CEO of Nortech. "We are proud to contribute to a program that not only enhances our environment but also strengthens our communities. By supporting Neighborhood Forests, Nortech is helping to create lasting connections between people and nature, fostering a sense of responsibility and stewardship for the planet."

Nortech's mission, vision and values, including innovation, are at the heart of this initiative. Nortech's commitment to innovation and the development of technology platforms that are lighter, faster, and more sustainable helps to reduce its customers' overall carbon footprint. By integrating digital transformation strategies with sustainable engineering initiatives, Nortech is reimaging connections from traditional copper cables to fiber optic technology that is higher-performance, lower cost, and significantly less carbon-intensive.

Neighborhood Forests is dedicated to planting trees in urban areas, fostering greener, healthier communities. Since its inception, Neighborhood Forests has planted thousands of trees across various cities, significantly enhancing urban green spaces and contributing to improved air quality, reduced urban heat islands, and increased biodiversity. The program's impact includes the planting of over 25 million urban trees annually in the U.S., which adds an additional 353 million tons of carbon storage.

For more information about Neighborhood Forests and how you can get involved, please visit https://www.neighborhoodforest.org/

About Nortech Systems Incorporated

Nortech Systems is a leading provider of design and manufacturing solutions for complex electromedical devices, electromechanical systems, assemblies, and components. Nortech primarily serves the medical imaging, medical device, aerospace & defense, and industrial markets. Its design services span concept development to commercial design, and include medical device, software, electrical, mechanical, and biomedical engineering. Its manufacturing and supply chain capabilities are vertically integrated around wire, cable, and interconnect assemblies, printed circuit board assemblies, as well as system-level assembly, integration, and final test. Headquartered in Maple Grove, Minn., Nortech currently has six manufacturing locations and design centers across the U.S., Latin America, and Asia. Nortech Systems is traded on the NASDAQ Stock Market under the symbol NSYS. Nortech's website is www.nortechsys.com.

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FAQ

What environmental impact has Nortech Systems' (NSYS) tree-planting initiative achieved?

As a sequoia-level sponsor, Nortech Systems has donated over 10,000 trees through Neighborhood Forests over three years, contributing to a program that plants 25 million urban trees annually and adds 353 million tons of carbon storage in the U.S.

How is Nortech Systems (NSYS) implementing sustainable technology solutions?

Nortech is transitioning from traditional copper cables to fiber optic technology, which offers higher performance, lower costs, and significantly reduced carbon intensity, aligning with their commitment to innovative, green technologies.

What markets does Nortech Systems (NSYS) primarily serve?

Nortech Systems primarily serves the medical imaging, medical device, aerospace & defense, and industrial markets through its design and manufacturing solutions.

What is the geographical presence of Nortech Systems (NSYS)?

Nortech Systems operates six manufacturing locations and design centers across the United States, Latin America, and Asia, with headquarters in Maple Grove, Minnesota.

What are the key risks facing Nortech Systems (NSYS) operations?

Key risks include commodity cost increases, supply chain disruptions, labor availability challenges, market volatility, increased competition, and potential impacts from global health epidemics.