Vetter sustainability report 2025

Step by step ‒ Leading the curve

Our path:

Step by step ‒ Leading the curve

Sustainability is firmly embedded in our Vetter NExT 2029 corporate strategy. As a global pharmaceutical service provider, we take responsibility—for patients, for our employees, and for society and the environment.

With clear objectives, measurable progress, and a systematic management approach, we are continuously developing our company. This is how we foster sustainable growth that reconciles economic security with environmental responsibility and social considerations.

Our 2025 Sustainability Report

Our sustainability report provides insight into our ecological, social, and corporate practices. It details how we take responsibility, measure progress, and consistently improve our sustainability strategy. In doing so, we adhere to international standards and carefully consider stakeholder expectations.

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Patients, people, planet: Sustainability is in our DNA

Sustainability shapes how we think and act and is an integral part of our Vetter NExT 2029 corporate strategy. Our sustainability strategy is built around three core focus areas: patients, people, and the planet. These areas guide our responsible actions. We ensure a safe and reliable supply for patients, fair and attractive working conditions for our employees, and a responsible approach to the environment and the use of resources. Our approach is aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). As a member of the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), we are firmly committed to achieving Paris Climate Agreement’s 1.5 °C target.
Commitment to a sustainable future

We translate our strategy into concrete actions. We follow a science-based, SBTi-validated decarbonization pathway and plan to lower our Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 58.8 % by 2034. Our long-term goal is to reduce emissions to net zero across our entire value chain by 2050. We are also firmly committed to upholding human rights, labor standards, environmental standards, and to preventing corruption, in line with the ten principles of the UN Global Compact. This commitment is reflected in our external ratings: In 2025, we were awarded EcoVadis Platinum status, placing us among the top one percent of evaluated companies worldwide.
Reliable sustainability management

Our sustainability management approach ensures that patients, people, and the planet are systematically integrated into decisions, processes, and actions. It is based on clear objectives, a long-term planning horizon, and internationally recognized standards such as ISO 14001, ISO 45001 and ISO 50001. We continuously improve our sustainability performance through regular reviews, transparent reporting, and active dialogue with our stakeholders.

Ecological responsibility

Science-based climate targets

We are following a clear decarbonization pathway. By 2034, we will reduce our Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 58.8 %. Our goal is to achieve net-zero emissions along our entire value chain by 2050.

Using energy and resources efficiently

We are reducing emissions and resource consumption by expanding our use of renewable energies, utilizing advanced plant technology, and implementing a certified energy management system. Currently, renewable sources account for 56% of our energy needs.

Circular economy and environmental management

A systematic environmental management system ensures that waste, water and materials are used responsibly. Our goal is to increase the internal recycling rate across our sites to 45 % by 2030 and further reduce our environmental impact.

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Sustainable mobility

Our mobility concept focuses on reducing traffic volume by encouraging climate-friendly alternatives in everyday work, such as free e-bike rentals, bicycle leasing, and the Deutschlandticket.

Currently, over 1,600 employees use the Deutschlandticket for their commute, and more than 1,400 participate in the JobRad program and bike to work. We are also continuously expanding our bicycle infrastructure by providing covered parking spaces, charging stations, repair stations, and showers.

We are also actively promoting electric mobility. 68 charging stations are currently available at our sites. Employees and visitors can charge their electric vehicles at these stations with electricity from renewable energy sources.

Social responsibility

Attractive working conditions and employee well-being
Our employees are the foundation of our success. We promote well-being and a healthy work-life balance by providing safe working conditions, comprehensive wellness programs, social benefits, and initiatives tailored specifically to meet the needs of families.

Development, diversity and equal opportunities
We are committed to investing in education and professional development. We promote lifelong learning and intentionally cultivate diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity. At Vetter, fair compensation, transparent structures, and long-term career prospects are standard.

Human rights and social responsibility
We are fully committed to upholding human rights—both within our own operations and along our global supply chains. We actively participate in the social, cultural, and environmental initiatives in the regions in which we operate.