At Symeres, our tagline “Making Molecules Matter. Together” embodies more than our dedication to scientific innovation—it reflects our commitment to creating a positive and lasting impact on the world. This philosophy is the foundation of our Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives, which aim to drive meaningful progress through responsible actions and informed decisions.
Our ESG ratings:
To ensure transparency and continuous improvement of our ESG efforts, Symeres actively engages with three leading global rating and benchmarking agencies:
EcoVadis Bronze
Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi)
Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP)
Our ESG Pillars
To sharpen our ESG strategy, we have identified three key focus areas for each pillar that will maximize the positive impact on our ESG objectives.
Our Commitment to the Environment
We embrace the twelve green chemistry principles, focusing on reducing waste, minimizing our carbon footprint, and adopting sustainable practices in our research and operations.
It is in our DNA to select or even design environmentally friendly methods with the highest atom efficiency such as catalytic hydrogenations and oxidations, organo-catalysis, photochemistry, electrochemistry, multi-component reactions and one-pot cascade synthesis. For chiral compounds, we even showcase the transformation of classical resolution methods into 100% yield concepts if desired and achievable
Aligned with EU the Net-Zero Industry Act, we actively reduce greenhouse gas emissions and transition to renewable energy across our facilities. Our continuous process optimizations enhance resource efficiency, benefiting both our clients and the environment.
Our Commitment to Social Responsibility
With a long-standing focus on employee well-being, we promote an open culture of equality, inclusivity, and diversity in the workplace. We prioritize the health and safety of our employees through established professional development, training, and procedures.
Our sites in Europe and the USA contribute to local communities by offering at least 25 research internships per year, training the next generation of scientists. By building strong academic and medical partnerships, we support scientific innovation and ensure young talent is equipped to promote sustainable progress.
We are proud partner of Oncode Accelerator, a Dutch consortium between academic and commercial businesses for cancer related early drug discovery, as well as the host and sponsor of the 2025 Dutch Chemistry Olympiad finals.
Symeres is committed to advancing global health by discovering chemical compounds that have the potential to become life-saving medicines through scientific innovation and responsible corporate practices.
Our Commitment to Governance
By adhering to strict governance policies, we provide a trusted foundation for our clients and other stakeholders. Transparency is one of Symeres’ core values, reflected in our working procedures and laboratory spaces.
We are approachable, honest, and straightforward about our operations and performance towards employees, customers, government, shareholders, and suppliers. Symeres ensures integrity and guarantees ethical business practices by strictly adhering to our global Code of Conduct.
We are committed to the highest standards of risk management. The Symeres Security Forum is responsible for initiating and maintaining best practices for information security. Our personnel are regularly trained to recognize and mitigate risks. Taken together, Symeres provides an integrated approach to governance.
Together: Working and Collaborating Towards a Sustainable Future
Symeres strives to maximize our resources, reducing waste and optimizing processes without compromising scientific excellence. This approach allows us to deliver innovative solutions efficiently, creating value for our clients while minimizing our environmental footprint.
We believe that collaboration is key to achieving our sustainability goals. Through partnerships with universities, pharmaceutical companies, and global organizations, Symeres drives responsible innovation. Together, we are building a more sustainable pharmaceutical industry that benefits not only our clients but also future generations.
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