Sustainability at Sanner

All three core areas of sustainability—Environmental, Social, and Governance—are integrated into Sanner’s corporate strategy and are pursued and implemented at the Group level.

Protecting Resources

As an energy-intensive company that manufactures plastic products, our focus is on reducing CO2 emissions and material consumption. Another key area is promoting the circular economy in all our business activities. 

  • Reduce Scope 1, 2 and 3 Emissions by 42% by 2030 (Base year 2024)
  • We will increasingly source sustainable raw materials.
  • 75% of all new products are developed according to the new EcoDesign guideline

Protecting Talent

Without our employees, we cannot move forward as a company. It is only through and with our employees that we achieve the goals we set for ourselves and create products of the highest quality and precision. That is why we promote safe jobs and working conditions at all our locations, support the health of our employees, and, beyond that, are committed to upholding human rights throughout our supply chain.

  • We will continue to regularly check our workplaces for potential hazards and, if necessary, take preventive measures in case of deviations
  • We continue to stand up for fair wages & working hours for all employees
  • 100% commitment from our suppliers regarding respect for human rights and the prohibition of child labor, forced labor

Protecting Resources

Sustainability is an integral part of our strategy. In 2022, we calculated our carbon footprint for the first time in accordance with the Greenhouse Gas Protocol, which covers Scope 1, 2, and portions of Scope 3 emissions. This includes emissions from production, energy consumption, and the supply chain. All company locations were taken into account. The data serves as the basis for our reduction plan in accordance with the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi). Going forward, we aim to further improve data collection and expand Scope 3 reporting, while simultaneously implementing measures to reduce emissions. For more information:

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Protecting Trust

We believe that a sustainable economy can only be built on fair and honest business relationships. That is why we do not tolerate corruption within our business partnerships, promote fair competition, and do business with companies that adhere to international standards for human rights, children’s rights, and labor protection.

  • All Sanner executives will continue to actively exemplify a corruption- and bribery-free attitude and thus shape the corporate culture.
  • 0 Tolerance – Target: 0 reported cases of human rights violations throughout the supply chain per year
  • All Sanner executives will actively amplify a non-discriminatory attitude and thus shape the corporate culture.

The Sanner Group’s Commitment to the Paris Agreement

At Sanner Group, we are firmly committed to the goals and principles of the Paris Agreement and to playing our part in addressing one of the most pressing challenges of our time. We actively support global efforts to limit the rise in average global temperatures to 1.5 °C above pre-industrial levels. 

EcoVadis

In 2024, the Sanner Group was assessed by EcoVadis and, despite stricter criteria, received a Bronze Medal for the first time. 

In October 2025 we even received the Gold Medal, placing us among the top 5% of all companies assessed by EcoVadis.This milestone reinforces our reputation as a trusted partner in pharma-/nutraceutical packaging and the CDMO sector, empowering us to meet the growing expecations of a rapidly evolving and demanding market. The Gold rating not only acknowledges our achievements but also inspires us to go further — continually improving, innovating, and embedding sustainability into everything we do – all across the Sanner Group. 

 

Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP)

Since 2022, Sanner Group has participated in the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), undergoing evaluation in the areas of environmental impact and water management. Each year, the CDP collects data and information on a voluntary basis on behalf of investors, using standardized questionnaires to assess companies’ CO2 emissions, climate risks, and their reduction targets and strategies. Today, the CDP manages the world’s largest database of its kind. 

For 2024, Sanner received the following rating: overall score of “C”. We are currently participating for the evaluation for the upcoming year.  

 

UNGC Commitment

Today, the Sanner Group is proud to share our United Nations Global Compact Communication on Progress (CoP), demonstrating our ongoing commitment to responsible business action in support of broader societal goals.  

 As part of our continued engagement with the UN Global Compact and its Ten Principles, this report outlines our efforts to support and uphold universally accepted principles in the areas of human rights, labour, environment and anti-corruption. You can view our Communication on Progress and other activities and engagements on our participant profile on the UN Global Compact website here [Sanner GmbH | UN Global Compact]. ▪ (link to UNGC page) 

Since joining the UN Global Compact in 2025, Sannerhas been proud to be part of a global movement of sustainable companies and stakeholders and is committed to transparently reporting our progress towards the Ten Principles. By integrating a principles-based approach to sustainability,Sanner is taking shared responsibility for achieving a better world.

Science Based Targets (SBTi) Commitment

In August 2024, we committed to the near-term targets of the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and to reduce our greenhouse gas emissions in Scope 1, 2, and 3 by 2030. We are implementing measures across all areas of our business, investing in sustainable technologies and renewable energy, and actively contributing to climate protection and the goal of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. We are committed to the following: 

The Sanner Group commits to reducing absolute greenhouse gas emissions in Scope 1 and 2 by 42% by the fiscal year 2030, based on the 2024 baseline. Furthermore, we also commit to reducing absolute greenhouse gas emissions in Scope 3 by 42% within the same timeframe. 

Life Cycle Assessement

We help clients make confident sustainability decisions through Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), providing a clear understanding of a product’s environmental footprint across its lifecycle. By assessing factors such as materials, manufacturing, transport, use, and disposal, we identify the most impactful opportunities for improvement. Our medical device expertise ensures these insights translate into practical actions that support sustainability goals without compromising performance, compliance, or commercial viability. 

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