Sustainability at ZEISS

ZEISS aims to drive the decarbonization of the company and its customers.The three key levers for this are a climate pathway program aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), use of renewable energy at ZEISS locations, and reliable product carbon footprint data.

This enables ZEISS to support customers in making informed decisions to reduce product-specific emissions throughout their value chains.

• SDG 13 – Climate action

ZEISS aims to create value, strengthen resilience, and reduce environmental impacts by using resources for as long as possible and closing material loops. For ZEISS, the circular economy is a systematic approach that encompasses the entire product life cycle. The three key levers for this are eco-design, resource efficiency, and circular services and maintenance.

• SDG 9 – Industry, innovation, and infrastructure
• SDG 12 – Responsible consumption and production

As a responsible employer, ZEISS is committed to promoting a healthy and safe work environment, as well as the well-being, inclusion, and participation of its employees. In addition, through initiatives such as its corporate volunteering program “A Heart for Science” to promote STEM, social partnerships, and other community activities, ZEISS makes a positive contribution to people and society - both regionally and beyond. Through regional promotion funds, ZEISS provides targeted support for projects and initiatives in the regions in which it operates. At the same time, ZEISS is committed to upholding human rights across its value chains and employs a robust due diligence approach to this end.

• SDG 3 – Good health and well-being
• SDG 4 – Quality education
• SDG 8 – Decent work and economic growth
  

As part of its corporate governance, ZEISS translates social values into clear structures, processes, and behaviors. This is achieved by fostering a culture of compliance and promoting transparency. The ZEISS Compliance Management System and an effective operating model are designed to help employees act responsibly and to bolster the trust that partners and other stakeholders have in ZEISS as a reliable, compliant business partner.