Novartis has set clear supplier sustainability requirements designed to ensure every vendor supports responsible business practices. For suppliers, this means demonstrating credible progress on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors, from emissions tracking to ethical labor practices.

By aligning with these standards, suppliers strengthen their partnership with Novartis and stay ahead of global compliance expectations.

Novartis is a global healthcare company that specializes in the development and manufacturing of drugs and provides healthcare solutions.

Novartis aims to achieve net-zero emissions by 2040.

Novartis emphasizes the importance of sustainability in its supply chain, requiring suppliers to adhere to environmental standards that include waste reduction, emissions control, and efficient use of resources. Suppliers must comply with local environmental laws and regulations, actively reduce their environmental impact, and support Novartis in achieving its sustainability goals, such as reducing greenhouse gas emissions and managing water use responsibly. The company expects suppliers to implement sustainable practices in their operations and to engage in continuous improvement efforts in environmental performance.

For Novartis’ full supplier expectations, view their Sustainability Criteria for Suppliers.

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Our tools support vendors through data collection and reporting, helping Novartis’ suppliers simplify climate disclosure compliance and respond confidently to procurement requests.