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Sector: Pharmaceutical

Reduce APIs (including antibiotics) in the environment by designing more biodegradable pharmaceuticals that decompose faster in the environment after excretion

Reduce air, water and soil pollution (including non-GHG emissions) from agriculture-related pharmaceutical manufacturing feedstocks by engaging with suppliers and encouraging the adoption of less polluting methods in alignment with a Science Based Targets Network (SBTN) Landscape Engagement Target

Protect areas of significant biodiversity value within or adjacent to operations

Minimize waste from single-use packaging by redesigning products and systems to prioritize circularity

Engage and invest in the restoration or afforestation of degraded land within or around operations

Engage and collaborate with suppliers to adopt innovative, sustainable, and circular materials and solutions

Develop and implement sourcing guidelines that prioritize sustainable commodities and suppliers committed to sustainable practices

Design processes and products to minimize waste and maximize circularity

Carefully consider nature-related impacts, dependencies, risks and opportunities when establishing new operations, taking water risks and proximity to areas of significant biodiversity value into account. Embed biodiversity and water risk assessment criteria into the decision-making process when selecting new sites or expansions and prioritize action according to conservation hierarchy in locations that meet the criteria

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