GEERTRUI HAEST
IPEC Europe, Brussels, Belgium

Abstract

IPEC, an industry association of manufacturers, distributors and users of excipients is about to publish an updated draft version of its Excipient Information Package – User Guide and Templates. This new version will include a new part to facilitate and standardise the exchange of Sustainability information covering the very broad range of aspects dealing with Corporate Social Responsibility and Environment, Social and Governance.
This article provides a heads-up and a call out for your feedback when a draft version is ready for review.

INTRODUCTION: SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT, CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY (CSR) AND ENVIRONMENTAL, SOCIAL & GOVERNANCE (ESG)
In 2015, all member states of the United Nations adopted “The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development”. The ultimate goal is to end poverty by improving health and education, reducing inequality and spur economic growth and in the meantime tackle climate change and preserving our natural resources.

The centre piece of this work is a set of 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It is crystal clear that these goals can only be achieved if all stakeholders cooperate in a true global partnership.

Figure 1. The 17 Sustainable Development Goals (United Nations).

Sustainable development has been defined by the UN as development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.

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