##  [ESG](https://www.novartis.com/si-en/esg "ESG") 

 At Novartis, we use science-based innovation to address some of society’s most challenging healthcare issues. As a global company, we have a great responsibility and an even greater opportunity to lead the world in creating a positive social change.

 

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##  Ethics, risk and compliance 

Committed to responsible business practices based on ethical principles, human rights, patient health, diversity, equality, inclusion and safety and well-being of our employees.



 

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##  Access 

Bringing more of our medicines to more people, no matter where they are, while following high ethical standards.



 

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###  Environmental Sustainability 

Our ambition is to be a catalyst for positive change in environmental sustainability. We promote sustainability through our own operations and through our value chain.

 

 

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 ![Back cover of the Annual Report 2022. Maggie Perez, a community health worker in Philadelphia, PA, checks the blood pressure of a local resident](/si-en/sites/novartis_si/files/styles/cards_50_50/public/2023-09/maggie-perez-checks-blood-pressure-local-resident.jpg.webp?itok=JvWzIosB "Back cover of the Annual Report 2022. Maggie Perez, a community health worker in Philadelphia, PA, checks the blood pressure of a local resident") 

 

###  Environmental reporting 

Transparent reporting is a major part of our commitments. For over a decade, we have been comprehensively and publicly reporting our impacts on the environment and society in Slovenia.

 

 

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##  Global Health 

We apply our expertise and full organizational capability to address major, unresolved global health challenges.

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