E N V I R O N M E N T , H E A L T H , S A F E T Y ,
A N D S U S T A I N A B I L I T Y ( E H S S )
Science with
Responsibility at its Core
Syngene advanced its commitment to environmental protection through investments in waste, water and energy management, supported by robust monitoring and compliance systems.
- Waste Management Excellence: 97% of total hazardous and non-hazardous waste was recycled during the year. The Mangaluru Special Economic Zone (MSEZ) campus achieved Platinum-level Zero Waste to Landfill (ZWL) certification for both hazardous and non-hazardous waste. A structured waste declaration and traceability system was introduced to improve accuracy and reporting.
- Energy and Climate Action: 92% of total power consumption across campuses was met through renewable energy sources, supported by continued energy efficiency optimization initiatives.
- Sustainable Resource Use: Hyderabad campus transitioned fully to FSC-certified recycled A4 paper, reducing virgin paper usage. Plantable stationery was introduced across campuses to embed sustainability into daily operations.
- Water Stewardship: Significant upgrades were implemented in wastewater treatment infrastructure at Bengaluru and Mangaluru campuses, along with contributions to ecosystem-level infrastructure (Biocon Park WWTP), strengthening regulatory compliance and future-readiness.
- Green Science Initiatives: Green lab certification programs and science-based environmental targets continued to reinforce responsible laboratory practices.
Prioritizing Health & Safety
The health and safety of our employees, partners and contractors remain non-negotiable.
- Safety Culture & Engagement: 84% employee participation in safety observations reflects a strong speak-up culture and commitment to workplace safety.
- Serious Injury & Fatality (SIF) / Critical Incident Prevention: A structured prevention framework was introduced targeting high-risk activities, supported by clearly-defined protective layers and rapid escalation protocols.
- Process Safety and Lab Safety: The Process Safety Management (PSM) framework was reinforced through digital transformation, structured risk assurance processes, and strengthened operational ownership driven by the Lab Safety Manager Program.
- Digital Incident Management: Wide adoption of SynZero and centralized workflows improved near-miss and incident reporting, enabling real-time visibility and data-driven decisions.
Key Environmental Metrics (FY26)
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Safety Performance (FY26)
FY26 safety performance was significantly ahead of targets and industry benchmarks, with Total Recordable Case Frequency (TRCR) at 0.12 and Lost Time Injury Incidence Rate (LTIIR) at 0.03, preventing substantial recordable and lost time injuries, and achieving zero serious (>48-hour) lost time cases, reinforcing strong prevention-led safety execution.
Risk Mitigation and Operational Resilience
Given the complex and highly regulated nature of our operations, continuous risk mitigation remains central to business continuity.
- Implemented risk-based inspections across warehouses and operations, resulting in over 750 prioritized improvement actions.
- Continued certification and integration with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001, complemented by strengthened AIM, HIRA and PSM elements.
- Developed campus-level EHSS plans with defined KPIs and annual goals, supported by regular leadership reviews.
Strengthened Compliance and Governance
- Zero environmental violations and no data breaches were reported during client and regulatory audits.
- Introduced a comprehensive EHSS self-assessment checklist and risk-based portfolio framework, aligned with Syngene standards and statutory requirements.
- Reinforced audit-readiness through a redefined first-party audit program and improved contractor pre-qualification oversight.
Digital Enablement and Performance Management
FY26 marked a transition towards data-driven EHSS governance. The year witnessed:
- Deployment of Power Business Intelligence (BI) dashboards providing real-time EHSS performance visibility.
- Standardization of global EHSS KPIs, aligned with regulatory, ESG and client expectations.
- Initiation of design and evaluation of an integrated, end-to-end digital EHSS platform.
Capability Building
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Looking Ahead
FY27–FY30 Focus Areas
- Enterprise rollout of Lifesaving Rules and Stop Work Authority.
- Expansion of digital dashboards and integration of PSM analytics.
- Full digitization of training and competency records.
- Implementation of a unified enterprise EHSS digital ecosystem by FY30.
Through these initiatives, Syngene continues its journey towards a proactive, independent safety culture while enabling sustainable, compliant and responsible scientific innovation.