Supplier Sustainability Report (SSR)
2024
STE Pharmaceuticals
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Descriptive data on the organisation
VSME Ref. (CSRD-EU): A-B1.012
Corporate center.Headquarters of STE Pharmaceuticals
Main activity center.
VSME Ref. (CSRD-EU): B1.006,,, B1.007, B1.010 - GRI Standard: 2-1, 2-6, 2-7, 2-8
Organization and activities Development, manufacturing, and marketing of medical devices and dietary supplements for third parties (CDMO).
| Main families of products or services | |||
Nasal cleansers
| Production volumes per product/service family | |||
| VSME Ref. (CSRD-EU): C1.001 |
Nasal cleansers: 431 tons
MAIN WEBSITE: https://www.stepharmaceuticals.com/es/
Social information
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Link here to our main social networks.
VSME Ref. (CSRD-EU): B1.011
VSME Ref. (CSRD-EU): A-B1.006 - GRI Standard: 102-46 /
Scope of the Report Right Supply 26000
RS26000 REPORT COVERAGE
Headquarters in Cerdanyola and production plant in Vilabella
SCOPE:
VSME Ref. (CSRD-EU): C2.002 - GRI Standard: 2-9, 2-12, 2-14
Governance ESTRUCTURA DE GOBERNANZA: The organization's corporate governance structure is mainly articulated through a management committee that oversees operations and strategy. Authority over economic, social, and environmental issues currently resides with senior management, which integrates sustainability into the overall strategy, although there are specific roles for operational execution. Ref. GRI Standard: 2-3 Contact regarding this report CONTACT PERSON: Ramón Martí – Position: Responsable de Medio Ambiente e Ingeniería Direct phone: +34 666 570 401 Email: info@stepharmaceuticals.com
I am pleased to present our new Progress Report / COP (Communication On Progress), which documents the firm commitment of the COMPANY NAME to sustainable development, as well as the transformation of our values into actions and results of good corporate governance.
COMPANY NAME (TRADE NAME) thus demonstrates its continued support for the ten principles of the Global Compact on Human Rights, Labor Rights, the Environment, and the fight against corruption, adopting the 2030 Agenda and the Sustainable Development Goals as the main guide for its implementation.
The COP we present to you is published 100% online through theRightSupply.netdigital platform and covers the fundamental topics established by theISO 26000standardoncorporate social responsibility. The information and data declared therein have been verified by ECOMUNDIS's auditing services, certifying the annual progress ofTRADE NAMEin the non-financial matters described.
I would like to thank the work and talent of all the staff of our organization, as well as the support of our collaborators, suppliers and stakeholders.
We hope that the information included is of interest to you, please find attached a QR-link as a link to the full report.
| Compliance with legal provisions |
| Ref. GRI Standard: 307 | ||
| STE Pharmaceuticals has the necessary authorizations/licenses/communications to carry out its activities. |
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RSs: 10
| Legal Compliance Management |
| Ref. GRI Standard: 205, 307, 419 | ||
| STE Pharmaceuticals offers a service to keep you up to date with applicable regulations and legal requirements. |
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GRI Standard Ref: 2-27
RSs: 10
| GRI Standard Ref: 414 |
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| Supplier sustainability assessment (including the core subjects of ISO 26000) | ||
| SUPPLIER EVALUATION SHOULD BE ANNUAL OR BIANNUAL AND SHOULD INCLUDE A MINIMUM OF 50% OF STRATEGIC SUPPLIERS, REPRESENTATIVE OR DIRECTLY RELATED TO THE PRODUCTION OR PROVISION OF SERVICES. THE CONTENTS OF THE EVALUATION SHOULD INCLUDE HUMAN RIGHTS, LABOR PRACTICES, ENVIRONMENT, FAIR OPERATIONS, CONSUMER/CUSTOMER ISSUES, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY GOVERNANCE. | ||
| STE Pharmaceuticals does not use the Right Supply platformSupply supplier evaluation. |
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| Evaluation of relevant or material impacts on the supply chain |
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VSME Ref. (CSRD-EU): C1.003 - GRI Standard: 308 |
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| STE Pharmaceuticals conducts regular and documented environmental assessments of its suppliers on a periodic basis. |
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| RSs: 25 | ||
References to the GRI Standard are included in report RS26000 as a guide.
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Our commitment and values |
We are proud to present our RS26000 Report, a document that confirms our ethical commitment to all our stakeholders. During this fiscal year, our management has been guided by our Strategic Plan and our 2022-2025 responsibility roadmap , fundamental instruments that guide each of our decisions toward transparent and responsible conduct, ensuring that our activity generates shared value for both people and the environment. We understand our Corporate Social Responsibility as the necessary balance between our business model and the urgency of addressing critical challenges such as social equality and environmental protection, integrating these ethical objectives into the very core of our operational strategy. The year 2023 has tested our ability to adapt due to socio-political disruptions and resource scarcity. However, thanks to the resilience and extraordinary efforts of our entire workforce, we have managed to overcome these obstacles and ensure the smooth running of the company, demonstrating that human capital is the central pillar of our corporate responsibility. Looking ahead, we renew our commitment to innovation as a driving force for integrating social, environmental, and economic responsibility into the pharmaceutical industry. We aspire to transcend our commercial role to consolidate ourselves as a true agent of social change, driving positive transformation towards a more resilient and ethical future for society as a whole.
GRI Standard Ref: 2-22
VSME Ref. (CSRD-EU): B2.003, B2.001 - GRI Standard: 102-16
Adherence to the principles of Corporate Social Responsibility of the ISO 26000
Our organization is committed to the Sustainable Development Goals of Agenda 2030.
To this end, it adopts the principles established by the ISO 26000 standard as a Guide to Social Responsibility.
- Accountability
- Transparency
- Ethical behaviour
- Respect for the interests of stakeholders
- Respect for the principle of Compliance
- Respect for international standards
- Respect for Human Rights
Strategy and key elements of sustainability taken into account
VSME Ref. (CSRD-EU): C1.004
GRI Standard Ref: 2-23
Adherence to the principles of the Global CompactThe organization is committed to the following principles, whether or not it is officially registered with the Global Compact. Adherence or continued participation is recommended.
| 1 | STE Pharmaceuticals supports and respects the protection of internationally recognized fundamental human rights within our sphere of influence. |
| 2 | STE Pharmaceuticals guarantees that it will not cover up or collude with other companies that violate human rights. |
| 3 | STE Pharmaceuticals is committed to freedom of association and the effective recognition of the right to collective bargaining. |
| 4 | STE Pharmaceuticals is committed to the elimination of all forms of forced or compulsory labor. |
| 5 | STE Pharmaceuticals is committed to the eradication of child labor. |
| 6 | STE Pharmaceuticalsis committed to the abolition of discriminatory practices in employment and occupation. |
| 7 | STE Pharmaceuticals maintains a preventive approach that promotes environmental protection. |
| 8 | STE Pharmaceuticals encourages initiatives that promote greater environmental responsibility. |
| 9 | STE Pharmaceuticals promotes the development and dissemination of environmentally friendly technologies. |
| 10 | STE Pharmaceuticals establishes functions and controls to ensure the absence of corruption in all its forms, including extortion and bribery. |
| Certificationsaccredited by STE Pharmaceuticals |
VSME Ref. (CSRD-EU): B1.005 - GRI Standard: 3.3d
The icons included here are intended to recognize the certificates that the organization is accredited with, and do not constitute a reliable representation of its graphic marks or its seals of guarantee.
⚪ RSs: 40
Environmental sustainability in the value chain
| Agenda 2030: Sustainable Development Goals Mapping |
VSME Ref. (CSRD-EU): B1.011, C1.002, C1.003 - GRI Standard: 2-7, 301-01
| GEOLOCATION OF HUMAN CAPITAL AND MAIN RESOURCES | SPECIFIC DATA |
Ref. GRI Standard: 301-1 Origin of Major Raw Materials Origin of the main products distributed:
⚪ Seawater:France
⚪ Nasal cleansers:Spain
GRI Standard Ref: 3-3
Description of the main actual and potential impacts:
| AGENDA 2030 AND LIFE CYCLE PERSPECTIVE | |
| Location of SDG in the different phases of the product or service life cycle. |
EXTRACTION AND TRANSPORT OF RAW MATERIALS
SDG - Agenda 2030
INTERMEDIATE MANUFACTURE OF COMPOUNDS/COMPONENTS
SDG - Agenda 2030
IN-HOUSE MANUFACTURE AND SERVICE
SDG - Agenda 2030
LOGISTICS, TRANSPORT AND DISTRIBUTION
SDG - Agenda 2030
CUSTOMER AND CONSUMER USE
SDG - Agenda 2030
DISPOSAL, RECYCLING AND REUSE
SDG - Agenda 2030
GRI Standard Ref: 3-3d
| Standardized Environmental Management Systems and Equipment |
| STE Pharmaceuticals has one or more individuals with responsibilities in the area of sustainability. |
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| STE Pharmaceuticals has working groups or management committees that plan sustainability actions. |
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| STE Pharmaceuticals does NOT have an onboarding plan that conveys its values and principles. |
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| STE Pharmaceuticals has an environmental management system certified under the ISO 14001 standard. |
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| STE Pharmaceuticals has quantified the improvement in reducing its environmental impacts. |
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| STE Pharmaceuticals conducts internal audits of its environmental management and undergoes external audits in this area. |
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| RSs: 60 | ||
| Standardized Energy Management Systems |
| STE Pharmaceuticals plans to implement an Energy Management System on . |
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| RSs: 3 | ||
| Buy Green (supplies, equipment, facilities(e.g., machinery, raw or ancillary materials). |
| Our fleet of vehicles does NOT have electric vehicles. |
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| RSs: 0 | ||
| Sustainable mobility plans |
| STE Pharmaceuticals has not implemented any mobility plan among its employees to reduce the impact on transportation. |
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| RSs: 0 | ||
| Sustainable buildings and infrastructure |
| STE Pharmaceuticals Buildings designed according to sustainable architecture criteria are available. |
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| RSs: 10 | ||
| Other non-standardized environmental management systems |
| Environmental design and development of products and services |
| The products/services provided by STE Pharmaceuticals have been designed to incorporate improvements that reduce their environmental impact during delivery. |
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| Environmental and sustainability improvements introduced in the design of the product or service |
| Environmental improvements derived from manufacturing technology (BoV and Preservative-Free systems) and the nature of raw materials (natural origin), validated under the ISO 14001 management system. |
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| Design for the Circular Economy |
| Ref. GRI Standard: 301 | ||
| RAWMATERIALS. The raw materials or auxiliary materials purchased by STE Pharmaceuticals do not come from recycling processes. |
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| PACKAGINGThe packaging used for STE Pharmaceuticals products does not come from recycling processes. |
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| PACKAGINGSome of the waste generated by STE Pharmaceuticals packaging, after use or disposal, can be recovered. |
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| PACKAGINGSSome of the packaging used for the logistics and distribution of STE Pharmaceuticals products comes from recycling processes. |
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| PACKAGINGSAll waste generated by STE Pharmaceuticals packaging, after use or disposal, can be recycled. |
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| WASTEAny waste generated by STE Pharmaceuticals products or services after use by the customer or consumer CANNOT be recycled (it must be treated and disposed of in a landfill). |
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| Process Emission Recovery |
| The emissions generated by STE Pharmaceuticals' processes are NOT recovered for other processes. |
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| Water recovery and use |
| Ref. GRI Standard: 303-1 | ||
| All wastewater generated in STE Pharmaceuticals' processes is recovered for use in other processes. |
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| Other Improvements in Circular Economy |
| VSME Ref. (CSRD-EU): B7.001 | ||
| STE Pharmaceuticals stands out in the biological cycle, as its main inputs are renewable (seawater, honey, plant extracts). The packaging technology used is highly precise. Working in clean rooms and with automated systems, wastage (loss of liquid during filling) is minimal. The container weight/product weight ratio depends on the format. Nasal sprays have a much lower ratio compared to syrups in glass bottles or travel-size formats. |
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| RSs: 50 | ||
| Acquisition and production of renewable energy |
| Ref. GRI Standard: 302-1 | ||
| STE Pharmaceuticals' energy consumption comes partly from renewable sources (50%->80%). |
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| Origin of the renewable energies acquired or produced |
| Electrical | ||
| Self-generated photovoltaic electricity | ||
| Acquired | ||
RSs: 40
| Life Cycle Analysis of products and services |
| STE Pharmaceuticals does not currently conduct life cycle assessments of its products or services, nor does it have any plans to do so in the near future. |
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| References and validated impact categories | ||
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| RSs: 0 | ||
| Carbon footprint of products and organization |
| VSME Ref. (CSRD-EU): B3.003 , B3.004 , C3.014 - GRI Standard: 305 | ||
| STE Pharmaceuticals has calculated the carbon footprint of some of its products or services, or of its organization under the 1+2+3 Scope by means of a recognized standard or reference. |
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| Carbon Footprints by Products/Services | Type of Scope | Unit Value | Calculation Methodology | ||
| Organizational Carbon Footprint | Scope type | Unit value | Calculation methodology | ||
| STE Pharmaceuticals – 3.509 (Scope 1, 2, and 3. ISO 14064-1:2018) |
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| RSs: 7 | ||
| Description of the evaluated CO2eq. emissions inventory |
| Scope 1: 106 t CO2eq Scope 2: 0 t CO2eq Scope 3: 3,403 t CO2eq |
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| Water Footprint |
| Ref. GRI Standard: 303-1 | ||
| STE Pharmaceuticals does not currently calculate its water footprint for any of its products, services, or organization, nor does it plan to do so in the near future. |
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| Water Footprints by Products/Services | Unit Value | Calculation Methodology | ||
| Water footprints of organization by Products/Services | Unit value | Calculation methodology | ||
| RSs: 0 | ||
| Sustainability or Corporate Social Responsibility Reports |
| Report: | ||
| STE Pharmaceuticals does not communicate its environmental performance externally. |
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| RSs: 0 | ||
| STE Pharmaceuticals uses the Right Supply platformSupply assess its Sustainability Index. |
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| RSs: 100 | ||
NOT YET. Item evaluated not accredited or not available.
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The organization does not credit or does not have the element or aspect evaluated, recognizing it as a weakness or possible threat. In the matter of Management Systems ISO 9001, ISO 14001 or ISO 45001 could generate a risk or an opportunity of improvement to be planned by the organization. |
GOOD. Adequate element or aspect that shows correction
| The organization indicates that it is sufficiently satisfied with the element or aspect evaluated, providing demonstrative information about it. |
BETTER. Satisfactory element or aspect
| The organisation indicates that it is satisfied with the element or aspect evaluated, providing data that prove the good practices applied. |
BEST. Feature or Highlight
| The organization highlights and satisfies in an excellent way with the element or aspect evaluated, providing data that accredit the good practices applied. This qualification requires validation by Ecomundis' audit services - RightSupplyafter a process of reviewing the information provided by the organization. |
GREAT. Innovative or influential element or excellent appearance.
| The organization highlights and satisfies in an excellent way with the element or aspect evaluated, providing data that accredit the good practices applied. In addition, the organisation extends the application of good practice to its stakeholders in the value and supply chain, thus multiplying the effect of sustainability, or else its actions and behaviour are unprecedented and innovative. This qualification can only be distinguished by Ecomundis' auditing services - RightSupplyafter a process of reviewing the information provided by the organization, except for those aspects that have official certifications considered to be demonstrative of excellence. |
| Environmental indicators |
| Waste generation | VSME Ref. (CSRD-EU): B7.002 to B7.005 |
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TOTAL WASTE GENERATION (Tons/t) | ||
| 2024 |
0.46 t/t | ||
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FRACTION OF WASTE MANAGED AS A BYPRODUCT | |
| 2024 |
0 % |
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RECOVERED WASTE FRACTION | |
| 2024 |
64.25 % |
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WASTE FRACTION INCINERATED: | |
| 2024 |
0 % |
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WASTE FRACTION TO LANDFILL | |
| 2024 |
35.75 % |
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COEFFICIENT OF USE OF PACKAGING (KR/KP) | ||
| 2024 |
KR/kp | ||
| Energy consumption | VSME (CSRD-EU) Ref.: B3.001, B3.002 |
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TOTAL ENERGY CONSUMPTION (ELECTRICITY, NG, LPG...)/t) | |
| 2024 |
2.39 MWh/t |
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RENEWABLE ENERGY PRODUCED (MWh) | |
| 2024 |
491.75 MWh |
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% RENEWABLE ENERGY CONSUMED (of total) | |
| 2024 |
% |
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| CO2emissions | VSME Ref. (CSRD-EU): B3.003, B3.004, C3.015, C3.016, C3.017 |
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TOTAL CO2 EMISSIONS (Scope 1+2) | |
| 2024 |
106 t |
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TOTAL CO2 EMISSIONS (Scope 1+2+3) | ||
| 2024 |
3,509 t | ||
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OFFSET EMISSIONS | ||
| 2024 |
0 t | ||
| Water consumption and discharge | VSME Ref. (CSRD-EU): B6.001 |
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TOTAL WATER CONSUMPTION (m3/t) | ||
| 2024 |
8.04 m3/t | ||
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INDUSTRIAL DISPOSAL (m3/t) | ||
| 2024 |
m3/t | ||
| Circular economy data. Source materials | UPstream |
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COMPOSITION IN HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES | ||
| 2024 |
% | ||
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COMPOSITION IN RECYCLED RAW MATERIALS (%) | ||
| 2024 |
% | ||
| Circular economy data. Finished product | DOWNstream |
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PRODUCT RECYCLABILITY (%) | ||
| 2024 |
0 % | ||
| Green taxonomy. Eligibility and alignment. |
| Eligibility and taxonomic alignment |
⚪ RSs: 50
| List of fundamental matters in which the organization works |
VSME Ref. (CSRD-EU): S-C7.001 to S-C7.007 - GRI Standard: 408, 409
Our organization is committed to or acts in the following areas:
| HUMAN RIGHTS LAW |
| Ref. GRI Standard: 412-3.a | ||
| COMMUNITY IMPACT |
| STE Pharmaceuticals does not engage in operations with known significant negative impacts (actual or potential) on human rights. | ||
| Ref. GRI Standard: 413-2.a | ||
| SUPPLIER ASSESSMENT AND HUMAN RIGHTS |
| STE Pharmaceuticals does not audit suppliers in countries at risk of human rights violations. |
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NUMBER OF SUPPLIERS IN WHOSE COUNTRIES HUMAN RIGHTS ARE NOT RESPECTED | ||
| 2024 |
0 | ||
REFERENCES
Specifically related to non-compliance with rights and freedom of collective association, forced and child labor.
| References |
| GRI Standard Ref: 407, 408, 409 |
| LEADING PRACTICES |
| VSME Ref. (CSRD-EU): C7.006 | |
The organization stands out for its protection of human rights in the internal workplace, having achieved full implementation of its Equality Plan and Harassment Protocol , the consolidation of 100% of the workforce with permanent contracts , and the effective social and labor integration of people at risk of exclusion through the alliance with the Ginesta association. |
RSs: 27
Ref. GRI Standard: 403
Our organization is committed to or acts in the following areas:
Work and Labor Relations| GENDER EQUALITY IN TREATMENT AND OPPORTUNITIES |
| VSME Ref. (CSRD-EU): C5.001 -. GRI Standard: 405 | ||
| STE Pharmaceuticals develops practices related to gender equality. |
We promote equal pay for women and men
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WOMEN WORKERS: WAGE GAP BETWEEN MEN AND WOMEN (%) | ||
| 2024 |
12,22 | ||
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DIRECTIVES: GENDER PAY GAP (%) | ||
| 2024 |
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| OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY AND RISK PREVENTION |
| VSME Ref. (CSRD-EU):-C6.008 - GRI Standard: 403, 416 | |
| Our organization controls and acts in the following areas of safety and health at work | |
| 01. HAS RESOURCES AND STAFF DEDICATED TO OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY We have prevention delegates among our workers, as well as an external or subcontracted prevention service. 02. HAS ACCIDENT PREVENTION PROCEDURES IN PLACE IN: Safe workplaces and work surfaces, Existence of Prevention Plans, Existence of Preventive Guidelines, Preventive maintenance for the safety of facilities, Fire prevention ensured, Correct safety and emergency signage, Certified safe machinery and instruments. i.e.: CE (EU)/NFPA®/NEC CODES (USA) markings, special work (height, confined spaces, electrical work, explosive atmospheres, etc.), delivery and renewal of personal protective equipment. 03. HAS INDUSTRIAL HYGIENE PROCEDURES IN PLACE IN: Prevention and safety against physical agents, Prevention and safety against chemical agents, Prevention and safety against biological agents. 04. HAS WORKPLACE ERGONOMICS PROCEDURES IN PLACE AT: Adaptation of the workplace. 05. PERFORMS ACTIONS ASSOCIATED WITH OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND MEDICINE IN: Health Promotion, Health Surveillance. 06. HAS PROCEDURES IN PSYCHOSOCIOLOGY AND WELL-BEING OF WORKERS IN: Adequate time and workload, Participation and supervision, Paid compensation. 07. APPLIES THE COORDINATION OF BUSINESS ACTIVITIES IN: Systematic to ensure risk prevention for contractors. 08. WITH REGARD TO COMMUNICATION AND EMPLOYEE PARTICIPATION Workers have free access to preventive health checkups. Workers receive initial and periodic training on the risks associated with their job. There is a Health and Safety Committee. Workers have access to secure ethical channels. 09. PLANNING OF PREVENTIVE ACTIVITY We inform our customers about the risks associated with our products and services. We conduct risk assessments at least every five years. We have a system in place for evaluating and complying with legal requirements. All workstations have documented preventive guidelines. We carry out preventive safety observations: analysis and control of unsafe practices and actions. 10. EMERGENCY RESPONSE Up-to-date Emergency Plans are in place for facilities and centres, Emergency drills are carried out. |
| OCCUPATIONAL ACCIDENT RATE |
| VSME Ref. (CSRD-EU):-B9.001,B9.002 - GRI Standard: 403 | |||
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ACCIDENT FREQUENCY R ATE (No. of accidents resulting in sick leave per million hours worked) Illness or injury arising out ofand in the course of employment. |
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| 2024 |
13,43 |
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ACCIDENT SERIOUSNESS RATE (No. of working days/low - per thousand hours worked). days/workday - per thousand hours worked) Illness or injury arising out ofand in the course of employment. |
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| 2024 |
0,17 |
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| EMPLOYEE TRAINING |
| VSME Ref. (CSRD-EU):-B10.004, B10.005- GRI Standard: 404-1 a |
| AVERAGE HOURS OF TRAINING PER EMPLOYEE PER YEAR | |||
| 2024 |
24.84 h/e. | ||
| JOB STABILITY FOR WORKERS |
| VSME Ref. (CSRD-EU):- B8.001 to B8.005 - GRI Standard: 102-8 |
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PERCENTAGE OF PERMANENT OR INDEFINITE CONTRACTS | ||
| 2024 |
100 %. |
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| WELFARE BENEFITS |
| Ref. GRI Standard: 401-2.a | |
| LABOUR SERVICES Health insurance/healthcare, Life insurance, Flexible working hours. |
| LEADING PRACTICES |
| VSME Ref. (CSRD-EU): B2.001, B2.002, B2.004, C2.001 | |
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RSs: 131
Ref. GRI Standard: 304, 305, 306, 308
Our organization is committed to or acts in the following areas:
Pollution prevention| LEADING PRACTICES |
| VSME Ref. (CSRD-EU): B2.001, B2.002, B2.004, C2.001 See integrated indicators in the "Environmental Sustainability" section. |
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RSs: 3
GRI Standard Ref: 2-25, 205, 206
Our organization is committed to or acts in the following areas:
Anti-corruption| LOCAL EMPLOYMENT |
| Percentage expressed in economic monetary value of total hiring | ||
| STE Pharmaceuticals sources between 25% and 50% of its products and services locally or regionally. |
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| Ref. GRI Standard: 204-1.a |
| COMPETITION PRACTICES |
| STE Pharmaceuticals has NO pending or convictions in legal cases involving unfair competition or in which the organization has been involved. |
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| Ref. GRI Standard: 206-1.a | ||
| FIGHT AGAINST CORRUPTION AND BRIBERY |
| STE Pharmaceuticals has not detected any instances of corruption or bribery in its operations or activities. |
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| Ref. GRI Standard: 205-3.a | ||
| MISSION AND/OR VALUES OF THE ORGANIZATION ASSOCIATED WITH GOOD GOVERNANCE |
| STE Pharmaceuticals has NOT formulated a mission and values that contemplate good governance of the organization. |
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| ANALYSIS OF STAKEHOLDER NEEDS AND EXPECTATIONS Materiality (degree of interest and influence) |
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STE Pharmaceuticals has formulated a materiality analysis to identify the issues of greatest interest to stakeholders. |
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| LEADING PRACTICES |
| VSME Ref. (CSRD-EU): B2.001, B2.002, B2.004, C2.001 |
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RSs: 54
Ref. GRI Standard: 418
Our organization is committed to or acts in the following areas:
Fair marketing practices, objective and impartial information and fair hiring practices| ADEQUATE ATTENTION TO CLIENTS, CONSUMERS AND USERS |
| STE Pharmaceuticals has a system of attention to the information requests and complaints of its clientsconsumers or users. |
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| PRODUCT / SERVICE SAFETY |
| STE Pharmaceuticals assesses the health and safety impacts associated with various categories of products or services in order to make improvements to them. |
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| Ref. GRI Standard: 416-1.a | ||
| ADVERTISING ETHICS AND MISLEADING ADVERTISING |
| STE Pharmaceuticals complies with regulations and ethical codes related to its marketing communications, such as advertising, promotion, and sponsorship. 0 Violations. |
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| Ref. GRI Standard: 417-3.a | ||
| CUSTOMER AND USER PRIVACY |
| There are no substantiated claims regarding violations of customer/consumer privacy. |
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STE Pharmaceuticals guarantees the protection of data and privacy of its customers and consumers in relation to personal data and information or other confidentiality guarantees. |
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| Ref. GRI Standard: 418-1.a | ||
| LEADING PRACTICES |
| VSME Ref. (CSRD-EU): B2.001, B2.002, B2.004, C2.001 |
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RSs: 50
Ref. GRI Standard: 403
Our organization is committed to or acts in the following areas:
Active community participation| IMPACT ON THE LOCAL COMMUNITY |
| STE Pharmaceuticals does not engage in operations or activities with known negative impacts (actual or potential) on local communities. | ||
| Ref. GRI Standard: 413-2.a | ||
| PLANNING OF COOPERATION AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ACTIONS |
| STE Pharmaceuticals has an annual cooperation program for local community development based on specific needs. |
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| Ref. GRI Standard: 413-1.a | ||
| RECIPIENTS OF THE AID OR COOPERATION PROVIDED |
| RECIPIENT BODIES NGOs, scientific institutions. NEED OR EXPECTATION MET Aid to groups of vulnerable people, Aid to groups of people with disabilities. CONTRACTING OF SERVICES TO SOCIAL ENTERPRISES Regular/annual contracting of services. PARTNERSHIP AGREEMENTS One-time donations. |
| COMMUNITY SUPPORT ACTIONS |
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NUMBER OF PROGRAMMED ACTIONS TO SUPPORT THE COMMUNITY OR ENTITIES OF SOCIAL INTEREST | ||
| 2024 |
3 | ||
| LEADING PRACTICES |
| VSME Ref. (CSRD-EU): B2.001, B2.002, B2.004, C2.001 - GRI Standard: 2-28, 2-29 | |
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RSs: 52
Annotations on Governance and Transparency
- Promote SR strategies and objectives,
- Make progress on commitment and accountability,
- Create an SR culture,
- Establish incentives to achieve positive performance in SR,
- Make efficient use of resources,
- Improve opportunities for vulnerable groups (women, ethnic minorities, etc.) to take up leadership positions
- Address the needs of stakeholders and future generations,
- Improve communication with stakeholders,
- Encourage the participation of members of the organization in SR activities,
- Make a continuous review of the governance of the organization.
| Agenda 2030 and Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) in Action |
Our organization is aware of the 2030 Agenda and its 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDG). This digital sustainability report includes a list of the most influential SDG in the life cycle of our products and activities, as well as those practices and actions aimed at advancing beneficial impacts on those we consider to be a priority.
| Objectives on which we are actively working |

| Status of implementation of Agenda 2030 |
| STE Pharmaceuticals has integrated the SDGs of the 2030 Agenda into its planning and monitors the milestones achieved for each of them. |
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⚪ RSs: 20
The GRI Standard references have been included to facilitate the organisation's calculation of indicators in the event of opting for GRI validation.
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Goal 3: Ensure a healthy life and promote the well-being of all people at all ages
Ref. GRI Standard: 203-2, 305-1, 305-2, 305-3, 305-6, 305-7, 306-1, 306-2, 306-3, 306-4, 401-2, 403-6-a, 403-6-b, 403-9-a, 403-9-b, 403-9-c, 403-10-a, 403-10-b, 403-10-c
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Goal 5: Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls
GRI Standard: 102-22, 102-24, 202-1, 203-1, 401-1, 401-2, 401-3, 404-3, 405-1, 405-2, 406-1, 414-1, 414-2
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Goal 6: Ensure the availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all
GRI Standard: 303-1-a, 303-1-c, 303-2, 303-3-c, 303-4, 303-5-a, 303-5-b, 304-1, 304-2, 304-3, 304-4-, 306-1, 306-2, 306-3, 306-5
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Goal 8: Promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment and decent work for all
Ref. GRI Standard: 102-8, 102-41, 202-1, 202-2, 203-2, 204-1, 301-1, 301-2, 301-3, 302-1, 302-2, 302-3, 302-4, 302-5, 401-1, 401-2, 401-3, 402-1, 403-1-a, 403-1-b, 403-2-a, 403-2-b, 403-2-c, 403-2-d, 403-3, 403-4-a, 403-4-b, 403-5, 403-7, 403-8, 403-9-a, 403-9-b, 403-9-c, 403-10-a, 403-10-b, 403-10-c, 404-1, 404-2, 404-3, 405-1, 405-2, 406-1, 407-1, 408-1, 409-1, 414-1, 414-2
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Objective 9: To build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialisation and encourage innovation
GRI Standard: 201-1, 203-1
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Goal 10: Reducing inequality within and between countries
GRI Standard Ref.: 102-8, 207-1, 207-2, 207-3, 207-4, 401-1, 404-1, 404-3, 405-2
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Goal 12: Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns
GRI Standard: 301-1, 301-2, 301-3, 302-1, 302-2, 302-3, 302-4, 302-5, 303-1-a, 303-1-c, 305-1, 305-2, 305-3, 305-6, 305-7, 306-1, 306-2, 306-3, 306-4, 417-1
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Objective 13: Take urgent action to combat climate change and its effects.
GRI Standard: 201-2, 302-1, 302-2, 302-3, 302-4, 302-5, 305-1, 305-2, 305-3, 305-4, 305-5
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Goal 17: Strengthen the means of implementation and revitalize the Global Partnership for Sustainable Development
Ref. GRI Standard: 207-1, 207-2, 207-3, 207-4
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⚪ RSs: 90
STE Pharmaceuticals Sustainability Index Assessment
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Consumers and Customers Y
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Ref. GRI Standard: 2-5
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ORGANIZATION: STE Pharmaceuticals CENTER/s - COVERAGE: Headquarters in Cerdanyola and production plant in Vilabella
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ISO 26000. Corporate Social Responsibility
ISO 26000 Scheme
VSME Ref. (CSRD-EU): B2.006 - GRI Standard: 2-29, 3-1, 3-2 -
Ref. VSME (CSRD-EU): B2.005 - GRI Standard: 3-3d
GRI Standard Ref: 3-3e