Sustainability at MSD Switzerland – more than just a promise

Access to healthcare is a key concern for us. In collaboration with health authorities, research institutions, and patient organizations, we help people better understand health-related topics and access the care they need.

Our support for important initiatives such as PINK CUBE Test Your Breast to strengthen breast cancer prevention and early detection, as well as our Patient Sounding Board, demonstrate how effective collaboration and partnerships can be.

Another priority is our responsibility for the environment. In addition to our commitment to reducing our environmental footprint, we have pledged to achieve net-zero emissions by 2045. Our sites – including our new headquarters in the Rösslimatt district of Lucerne – are energy-efficient and powered by renewable energy.

At MSD Switzerland, our employees are at the heart of our corporate culture. While we continuously work to advance innovation for patients, we also place great importance on employee development and well-being. Our diverse and dedicated workforce shapes our culture.

Initiatives such as employee networks and wellbeing programs promote inclusion and satisfaction. Policies such as our gender-neutral parental leave also contribute to equality.

Our strong ethics and compliance framework is closely linked to our approach to sustainability. Psychological safety and ethical integrity shape our everyday work. With a speak-up culture, trained ethics ambassadors, and awareness campaigns, we live our values within the company. Transparent and responsible leadership is also an important part of our sustainability strategy.