Green Chemistry Program: Realizing the Promise of Green Chemistry

Pfizer's global environment, health and safety (EHS) program is founded on an understanding of the potential impact of a product over its entire life cycle — from the selection of chemicals in the research and development process, to the use of raw materials and natural resources in manufacturing, through end use to recycling and disposal. In fact, the Pfizer EHS Policy commits us to integrating EHS considerations into our research and development activities and maintaining safe and environmentally sound operations. Our Green Chemistry initiative, which is led by our science lines in partnership with EHS, seeks to do just that. Our EHS Policy also commits us to reaching out to others to improve the environment. We believe strongly in educating current and future generations of scientists and engineers, and the principles of Green Chemistry are an area where we can uniquely contribute. Green Chemistry is becoming intrinsic to the way all Pfizer scientists and engineers work. Green Chemistry is about advancing scientific innovation, which lies at the heart of our strength as a company. It is a great way to develop sustainable, environmentally sound and cost effective processes — a win-win for colleagues, the community and our business.