Roche Named "Sustainable Health Company" for the 11th Time

Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI) results have recognized Roche as the 'Most Sustainable Healthcare Company'. Roche (SIX: RO, ROG; OTCQX: RHHBY) has been selected as the most sustainable company on the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI) Pharmaceutical Companies list for the 11th time. The company gained its place in this index, which is based on an in-depth analysis of companies' economic, social and environmental performance, particularly through strong performance in Marketing Practices, Environmental and Social Reporting, Operational Eco-Efficiency, Climate Strategy, and Corporate Citizenship and Philanthropy. Roche continues its leadership through a sustainability strategy fully integrated into the company's way of doing business and culture. Roche CEO Severin Schwan stated that they are proud to see their efforts in this area recognized once again. Noting that as Roche, the key to creating sustainable value and growth lies in partnerships with stakeholders, Schwan concluded his remarks on the subject as follows; "The COVID-19 pandemic has also increased the need for public and private sectors to work hand-in-hand to overcome this global challenge. Therefore, in these unprecedented times, we are more determined than ever to work in close cooperation with all global health stakeholders to ensure that diagnostic and therapeutic tools reach those in need." Since the pandemic began, Roche has been at the forefront of this effort through its growing diagnostics solutions portfolio, development of new treatments, and a series of partnerships realized in the sector. Additionally, continuing to provide treatment and diagnostic solutions for patients in many other disease areas, Roche continues its collaborations with healthcare providers, laboratories, authorities, and various institutions and organizations to ensure that patients can access the tests, treatments, and care they need during these challenging times.

Roche and Sustainability

Sustainability has been an integral part of Roche's operations for over 120 years. Following a holistic approach in managing sustainability, Roche's company strategy focuses on continuous improvement in areas including increased access to healthcare services, social responsibility, environmental protection, supply chain sustainability, and attracting and retaining new talent. In this way, Roche not only creates value for society but also ensures sustainable economic growth for the company. By developing the best diagnostic tests and treatments capable of addressing some of the urgent medical solutions the world needs, Roche contributes to society in improving healthcare services, while doing so with the awareness that the key to creating sustainable value and growth is building partnerships with stakeholders and maintaining open and constructive communication.