## [ESG](/ie-en/esg "ESG") As a global company, Novartis has a great responsibility and an even greater opportunity to lead the world in creating a positive social change, embracing societal impact as a core business objective. [ ![Photo of people walking](/ie-en/sites/novartis_ie/files/styles/cards_50_50/public/2021-12/people-walking-taken-from-above.jpg.webp?itok=UFJyVJm- "Photo of people walking") ### Ethics, Risk and Compliance We recognize society’s expectations of our industry and of Novartis, and that we must go beyond just doing what is legal in order to meet legitimate expectations of society. ](/ie-en/esg/ethics-risk-and-compliance) [ ![Trees in a forest](/ie-en/sites/novartis_ie/files/styles/cards_50_50/public/2021-12/view-of-the-sky-through-trees-in-a-forest.jpg.webp?itok=d9D47sQJ "Trees in a forest") ### Environmental Sustainability We understand the link between the health of our planet and the health of our patients. Our ambition is to be a catalyst for positive change and a leader in environmental sustainability. ](https://www.novartis.com/esg/environmental-sustainability) [ ![Two Novartis associates walking up a set of stairs](/ie-en/sites/novartis_ie/files/styles/cards_50_50/public/2021-12/associates-walking-up-stairs-image.jpg.webp?itok=sZlgIPvJ "Two Novartis associates walking up a set of stairs") ### Diversity & Inclusion We embrace and champion diversity and inclusion which fuels innovation, drives engagement, and attracts talent. ](/ie-en/about/diversity-inclusion) [ ![Business people meeting in a room](/ie-en/sites/novartis_ie/files/styles/cards_50_50/public/2021-12/business-people-meeting-room-at-night.jpg.webp?itok=mGGjJyGs "Business people meeting in a room") ### Materiality Assessment and Reporting Our ESG priorities are defined by our materiality assessment, it helps us understand what matters to our stakeholders and how they perceive our impact ](https://www.novartis.com/esg/reporting)