Sustainability and Global Health – Our Purpose for Impact
Operating responsibly is a core part of MSD Switzerland’s strategy and reflects our commitment to a safe, sustainable, and healthy future. By embedding sustainability across our operations, we create long-term value for our business and shareholders while better serving patients, customers, employees, and society.
At MSD Switzerland, sustainability is not just a responsibility – it’s a core part of how we operate and innovate. We are committed to advancing health while protecting the health of our planet. From reducing our environmental footprint to fostering equitable access to care, we are proud to contribute to a more sustainable and resilient future for all.
Jasper Kunow
Managing Director ad interim · MSD Switzerland
Our company-wide sustainability focus areas
Our commitment to improving access to healthcare is grounded in meaningful collaboration with caregivers, authorities, research institutions, and patient associations.
We are committed to a diverse, skilled, and engaged workforce. We foster a positive work environment and wellbeing through community building and initiatives that promote inclusion and diverse perspectives.
As a company, MSD is committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across our global operations (Scopes 1, 2, and 3) by 2045. Aligned with our sustainability goals, 100% of the electricity purchased for our MSD Switzerland facilities comes from renewable energy sources. We continuously strive to operate energy-efficiently and minimize our environmental footprint at these sites.
We are committed to fostering a culture of safety where employees feel empowered to voice their concerns, a commitment reinforced through leadership communication and initiatives such as individual psychological safety training.
Our efforts in Switzerland are aligned with our sustainability strategy
At MSD, we continuously work to make our operations more environmentally responsible, foster a more diverse and inclusive healthcare system, and strengthen health literacy for patients worldwide. We believe that sustainable action is key to long-term success.
Through this commitment, we support the United Nations (UN) Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) as part of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, creating added value for patients, customers, society, and MSD as a company.
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