Our Governance

The EnerSys Board of Directors provides high-level strategic oversight and accountability. All directors, except the President and CEO, are independent, with an independent non-executive serving as Chair. The Board follows Corporate Governance Guidelines that support effective decision-making and uphold transparent, ethical leadership.

Sustainability Oversight

At EnerSys, operational excellence begins with governance at the highest level. Our Board of Directors, in collaboration with the CEO, provides strategic oversight of our sustainability framework. Each quarter, the full Board reviews energy and resource management issues as part of our broader focus on resilience and long-term value creation. Three standing Board committees—Audit, Compensation, and Nominating and Corporate Governance—support this oversight. Each operates under a formal charter that defines its scope and responsibilities, reinforcing disciplined risk management and accountability across the organization. 

The EnerSys Board ensures policy oversight and compliance through its designated committees, which monitor adherence across a range of critical areas. These include sustainability practices, responsible sourcing of minerals, environmental stewardship, workforce and supplier inclusion, anti-slavery and anti-trafficking measures, end-of-life product recovery, and lifecycle management of energy systems. This structured governance reinforces accountability and mitigates risk across our global operations. 

To strengthen our sustainability strategy, EnerSys has established dedicated committees that work alongside our sustainability department to reinforce environmental responsibility, ethical conduct, and social awareness. These cross-functional groups drive alignment across the organization, creating an integrated approach that enhances execution of our energy strategies and supports long-term business resilience.  

Risk Oversight

The EnerSys enterprise risk management program is foundational to our operational resilience and strategic planning. It integrates risk identification, evaluation, and mitigation across all business units and functions. Our Executive Risk Management Committee—comprised of senior leaders, including our sustainability lead—convenes quarterly to assess priority risks, share insights, and coordinate enterprise-wide responses. Material risks are escalated to the Audit Committee for ongoing oversight and accountability. 

Prioritized risks are escalated to the relevant Board committee or the full Board for targeted oversight. Directors routinely evaluate matters related to credit, liquidity, market conditions, legal and regulatory developments, compliance, operational performance, sustainability initiatives, technology, and cybersecurity. These reviews ensure strategic alignment and informed decision-making. For additional detail on our risk oversight and exposure, refer to our Annual Report on Form 10-K and the FY25 ESRS disclosure report. 

Business Ethics

EnerSys is committed to conducting business with integrity, guided by rigorous corporate governance and ethical standards. This commitment shapes our relationships with customers, suppliers, employees, and investors. Our Code of Business Conduct and Ethics serves as the foundation for ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and reinforces our dedication to responsible, principled operations worldwide. 

The newly updated EnerSys Code of Business Conduct and Ethics is the foundation for ethical decision-making across our global operations. It applies to all employees, officers, and directors, outlining essential policies that support responsible conduct and reinforce our sustainability commitments. By upholding these principles, we strengthen organizational integrity, foster trust with stakeholders, and drive the long-term sustainability and success of our business. 

Supply Chain Management

At EnerSys, responsible sourcing is foundational to the reliability and integrity of our products. With a global supply chain of over 8,000 active suppliers, we recognize that strong supplier relationships are critical to delivering long-term value and operational resilience. From initial onboarding through ongoing engagement, we evaluate suppliers not only on performance and quality, but also on their alignment with our sustainability priorities. 

All suppliers are expected to adhere to the EnerSys Code of Business Conduct and Ethics, which outlines standards on environmental responsibility, labor rights, business ethics, and diversitymore. In 2023, we advanced our commitment to supply chain transparency by launching our first supplier sustainability and climate survey. This initiative collects detailed supplier data on emissions reporting, resource use, workplace well-being, anti-trafficking compliance, and product stewardship. Insights from this survey will guide future collaboration, help us identify risks, and align our supply base with our enterprise-wide sustainability goals. 

Together, these efforts strengthen our supplier partnerships while reinforcing our shared commitment to operational excellence, responsible sourcing, and long-term resilience.