Sustainability at Ypsomed

We are committed to acting responsibly towards our employees, our partners and society. We are also committed to the circular economy and reducing our carbon footprint.

100%

of our electricity comes from renewable sources.

98%

of the emissions in our carbon footprint come from the upstream and downstream value chain (Scope 3).

40%

less CO₂ emissions per transport container made from recycled PET.

Our commitment to sustainability

Reduce CO₂ emissions

Reducing before offsetting is our credo. We aim to achieve net-zero greenhouse gases throughout our value chain by 2040. We are guided by the scientific guidelines of the Science Based Target Initiative (SBTi), which has confirmed our 2023 climate targets.

Promoting the circular economy

To protect the environment and conserve resources, we are committed to the principle of the circular economy. We develop new products in line with our ecodesign guideline, minimising waste and emissions wherever possible and using more sustainable materials.

Acting responsibly

Sustainability is an integral part of the way we think and act. We see it as our social responsibility to protect the environment, to support and develop our employees and to behave ethically as people and as a company.

Focus on sustainability

Discover how we take responsibility. You can find all the details in our latest annual report.

Read the sustainability report

Our path to net-zero

The NetZero Program is Ypsomed's ambitious roadmap for reducing greenhouse gas emissions with the aim of achieving net-zero along the entire value chain by 2040. We are committed to the science-based reduction targets of the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi).

Our carbon footprint along the value chain

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Direct emissions from Ypsomed operations

Energy efficiency at our locations

Direct emissions from our activities, in particular from the consumption of fossil fuels, such as natural gas and fuels, as well as refrigerants.

We have been continuously reducing our energy consumption and CO₂ emissions from our plants and production sites for years. We minimise natural gas consumption by efficiently using waste heat from production. We also invest in the latest generation of energy-efficient injection moulding machines and use intelligent building technology for optimised heating, cooling and ventilation. When it comes to cooling, for example, we focus on eco-efficiency by using natural refrigerants or groundwater cooling.

We also pay particular attention to sustainability when building our new production plants. For example, the new buildings at the production sites in China and Schwerin were planned according to the LEED standard. Targeted measures are being taken to increase energy efficiency and reduce our energy consumption.

We are also focussing on energy efficiency in the transport sector. We are constantly working on making our vehicle fleet more environmentally friendly. This includes the procurement of electric cars and the use of new software to analyse and optimise the degree of utilisation of the vehicle fleet.
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Indirect emissions from purchased energy

Electricity from 100% renewable energy

In addition to reducing energy consumption, the promotion of renewable energy is a declared goal of Ypsomed. We have been sourcing 100% of our electricity from renewable energy since 2021. In addition, we are increasingly producing our own renewable electricity directly at our sites with the help of photovoltaic systems. The remaining demand for renewable electricity is covered by guarantees of origin for renewable electricity. This means that emissions from purchased electricity are already zero today.
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Purchased goods

Sustainable materials and a responsible supply chain

Goods and services used to create products, mainly plastic granules, medical aids and electronic products, account for the majority of our emissions.

Choosing more environmentally friendly materials therefore makes a significant contribution to reducing our carbon footprint. At the same time, our experts in product innovation and development are working intensively on the next generation of products that are optimised according to eco-design. We work closely with our suppliers to involve, develop and empower them in our joint journey towards the net zero target. Together with our partners, we are defining reduction measures to reduce energy consumption and CO₂ emissions associated with the materials and design of our products.
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Capital goods

Sustainable construction for our new sites

The second largest source of emissions in our carbon footprint are investments in capital goods such as injection moulding plants and buildings.

In the current phase of high construction activity by Ypsomed, particular attention is being paid to the topic of sustainable construction. For example, the new buildings at the production sites in China and Schwerin were planned in accordance with the LEED standard. In addition to energy efficiency during operation (see Scope 1, 2), attention is also paid to reducing CO₂ emissions during the construction of the building shell itself: Lightweight steel framework instead of steel-concrete support structure for the production hall and CO₂-reduced recycled concrete for the new administration building will significantly reduce the CO₂ footprint of the new building.
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Other emissions

FlexWork and other areas

This includes residual indirect CO₂ emissions, e.g. from business trips and employee commuting as well as from the disposal of production waste.

Various reduction measures have also been established here. We provide charging stations for electric cars and e-bikes as well as bicycles for free use at our sites. The annual eco-bonus is an additional incentive for our employees to use public transport. Thanks to our FlexWork initiative and the option of working from any location, the number of commuter journeys made by our employees has been reduced. Virtual meetings have also become established for customer visits and further training in recent years. In order to reduce production waste, our employees are sensitised to recycling waste materials in a targeted manner, thereby increasing our recycling rate.
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Transportation upstream

Direct suppliers from the European region

We attach great importance to sourcing as locally as possible: 95% of our direct suppliers are located in Europe. This significantly reduces transport distances and the associated emissions along the supply chain. This also applies to future production sites.
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Disposal of our products

Environmentally friendly product and packaging solutions and eco-design principles

We focus on environmentally friendly product and packaging solutions to reduce waste and conserve valuable resources. At the same time, our experts in product innovation and development are working intensively on the next generation of products that are optimised according to Ecodesign.

We continuously optimise the recyclability of our products and work closely with customers and partners on efficient take-back and recycling systems. We endeavour to apply the principles of the circular economy to the operational waste we generate and to the life cycle of our products. The ‘Ecodesign Guideline’, which has been implemented and continuously developed since 2021, promotes environmentally friendly product and packaging design at Ypsomed. In addition to product optimisation, our Ecodesign projects also include packaging. Transport containers for the YpsoMate platform made from recycled PET (rPET) reduce CO₂ emissions per container by around 40 % and keep resources in circulation.
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Transportation downstream

Efficient transport to reduce CO₂ emissions.

This includes the downstream transport of our products for further processing or directly to the customer. Through optimised planning, we strive to deliver our goods not only on time, but also as efficiently and environmentally friendly as possible to the complete satisfaction of our customers. In order to reduce transport distances, we are expanding our production capacities in our key markets. One current example is our new plant in Changzhou, China, which we will use to supply the Chinese market.

The carbon footprint comprises the data from the year 2024 of Ypsomed AG and its subsidiaries, namely Ypsomed AG in Switzerland, Ypsomed Produktion GmbH, Germany, Ypsomed Software S.L.U., Spain, Ypsomed Manufacturing Co., Ltd, China, and the global sales subsidiaries.

Ecodesign of new products

We continuously optimise the entire lifecycle of our products and the entire value chain, from development, procurement and production, through packaging and use by users, to disposal and recycling.

Designed following ecodesign principles: YpsoMate 5.5

Since 2021, we have been applying ecodesign principles to new product development to ensure that environmental aspects are considered at every stage of product development. From designing with a minimum number of parts to selecting sustainable materials and optimising recyclability, our commitment to environmentally friendly processes is integrated into the development of new products with the aim of minimising environmental impact throughout the product lifecycle without compromising quality or functionality.

Acting responsibly

Training and further education

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Particularly in a phase of strong growth such as the one we are currently experiencing, the integration and continuous training of employees is of crucial importance to Ypsomed. Ypsomed supports "lifelong learning" with a diverse portfolio of programmes.

Training and further education

Working conditions

The best possible quality of life also promotes the health of our employees. Ypsomed offers a motivating corporate culture with an attractive working environment, flexible working models, a healthy team spirit and opportunities to organise tasks and careers.

Working conditions

Equality, diversity and inclusion

Promoting diversity and inclusion is an important cornerstone of our human resources policy. Women currently make up around 33% of our workforce. Nearly 60 nationalities are represented in our organisation.

Diversity, equality and inclusion

Corporate Governance and Compliance

We believe that integrity is critical to the success of our company - both in our dealings with customers, business partners and shareholders, and within our team. Values such as respect, trust and openness characterise our company and our supply chain.

Our Code of Conduct

Responsible supply chain

Not only do we promote responsible behaviour within Ypsomed, but integrity is also crucial throughout the entire supply chain.

Code of Conduct for Suppliers

Data protection, information security and cybersecurity

As a global company, we comply with applicable data protection laws. Our privacy programme includes an organisation that is defined across all companies and creates consistent processes. Our employees also receive regular training.

Know more

Disclosure of educational grants

We support the publication and transparency of all educational grants as prescribed by the Swiss Medtech Transparency Guidelines.

Disclosure of partnerships

Ypsomed is a member of various associations, foundations and other external initiatives and programmes. On the following page you find a selection of our most important partnerships and memberships.

Our sustainability approach

Contribution to the UN Sustainable Development Goals

The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are 17 global goals that were adopted as part of the 2030 Agenda. They serve as a roadmap for sustainable development that combines economic progress with social justice and environmental protection. At Ypsomed, we contribute to various sustainability goals.

We make the greatest contribution to the following five goals:

People with chronic conditions can easily and safely administer their own medication with Ypsomed products.

At Ypsomed we promote innovation, lean management, a good working environment and economic growth.

ISO 14001, our NetZero Program and the ecodesign of our products are part of our sustainability approach.

Through our NetZero Program, we are committed to reducing our emissions to net-zero by 2040 and to protecting the climate.

As a member of the Alliance to Zero, we are shaping the path to net-zero emissions in the pharmaceutical sector.

Global Reporting Initiative (GRI)

We integrate sustainability holistically across our business and value chain. We disclose our strategy, targets, actions and progress - for example in the GRI-index based on the principles of the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Environmental management system

Ypsomed AG and its production sites in Switzerland and Germany are certified to ISO 14001. This standard requires products and services to be considered over their entire life cycle, thus creating the basis for circular solutions and improved environmental performance.

EHS Policy

Materiality analysis

In a materiality analysis, we consider both the impact of sustainability issues on our business (outside-in) and the impact of our activities on society and the environment (inside-out), in line with the principle of dual materiality.

Sustainability news

Sustainability report

Discover how we take responsibility. We invite you to read our sustainability report.

To the sustainability report

Note: The key figures listed on this page relate to the 2024/25 financial year.

We aim to achieve net-zero by 2040.

For a sustainable future.

Sustainability that works.

Sustainability at Ypsomed