Open Source and ESG
Open source, by definition, transcends boundaries and individual limitations by leveraging the Power of Many. SUSE’s open source business model goes beyond the enablement of customer innovation.
It is based on Environmental, Social and Governance values, drawing on the Power of Many for the benefit of all. Open source and commitment to making the world a better place are both in SUSE’s DNA.
ESG Vision
We want to drive real impact around societal and environmental topics that matter to SUSE and our external stakeholders. To get there, we focus on strong leadership, employee engagement and strategic external partnerships.

- Reporting directly to the CEO, represented at Board level
- Developing strategy, goals, and public commitments
- Managing material risks
- Launching new platforms and programs, including SUSECares and the SUSE Forest
- Engaging via Employee Network Groups with representation across geographies, functions and levels
- Promoting employee volunteering with 1 paid day a year
- Supporting employee-led initiatives
- We believe that we can make the most impact by focusing our efforts on a few selected impact-driven organizations that align to our values.
- Some of our external partners we will partner with this year include Eden Reforestation Projects and EveryWoman.
Five Key Areas of Focus
- Open Source for Good
- Climate Action
- Diversity & Inclusion
- Digital Inclusion
- Philanthropy

SUSE has a strong sustainability vision, leadership commitment, and is a purpose-driven organization that is already making real impact.
Our open source business model is based on ESG values encompassed by engagement of our employees.
We have a strong sense of commitment to society and the environment
Philanthropy is a core part of SUSE’s ESG agenda. As such, we offer all employees one volunteer day a year to support causes around the world that are meaningful to them. We also enable employees to donate to their select philanthropic causes through a dedicated corporate philanthropy program, SUSEcares.
SUSE Employee Networks
Pride at SUSE
Our mission is to work together to help members thrive and succeed while encouraging everyone to bring their authentic selves to work every day. Together, we will continually demonstrate the value of diversity at SUSE and within our own communities.
SUSE Women in Tech
Our mission is to empower, equipping every woman within the network with access to learning & development opportunities (e.g., professional development and networking opportunities) so they can advance their careers in technology.
SUSE GoGreen
Our mission is to promote initiatives that help SUSE (including employees, suppliers, partners, communities and customers) act responsibly when thinking about their collective environmental impact on the Earth.