Refer to PSCI's Environmental Survey For Suppliers
WHO Guidance
GBF Target 7, Target 11
Target example
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An example target and the target source are presented to illustrate how a target could be set for this metric. Learn more on the Methodology page.
[Company name] will reduce hazardous and non-hazardous waste by [target amount, in absolute MT, or percentage] by [target year], compared to a [baseline year] baseline.
Target source: WBCSD target template
Sector
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Each metric applies to one sector.
Pharmaceutical
Value chain stage
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Each metric applies to one or more stages of the value chain aligned with the associated actions.
Raw MaterialsManufacturingEnd of Life
Metric assessment
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The relevance and feasibility scores were determined by WBCSD member companies. Learn more on the Methodology page.
Relevance:High
Feasibility:High
Related actions
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The other actions that the metric is mapped to.
Use recycled, renewable, or biodegradable materials to reduce reliance on virgin and fossil-based resources
Reduce operational waste through improved material efficiency and reuse
Reduce solid waste generated from the disposal of used pharmaceutical products through public education and information campaigns encouraging correct packaging and device disposal
Reduce waste to landfill by introducing a waste hierarchy into management systems
Minimize waste from single-use packaging by redesigning products and systems to prioritize circularity
Design processes and products to minimize waste and maximize circularity