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Zentiva Achieves Prestigious ESG Transparency Award 2025

On November 29, 2025, Zentiva, a prominent European player in the realm of generic medicines, was awarded the esteemed ESG Transparency Award 2025 by the EUPD Group. This accolade is specifically designed to recognize companies that demonstrate excellence in clarity, structure, and transparency in their environmental, social, and governance (ESG) reporting.

The awards were presented during the ESG 2025 Summit held in conjunction with the European Sustainability Week 2025, organized by EUPD Group. This recognition emphasizes the efforts of industry leaders who have successfully integrated sustainability into their business strategy and communicate it transparently while adhering to relevant standards.

Zentiva was awarded the Excellence level under the ESG Transparency Award 2025 for achieving a high degree of clarity, accessibility, and transparency in its sustainability reporting. This recognition places Zentiva among the top organizations in Europe for transparent reporting of their ESG data.

The company excelled in demonstrating a well-structured and strategically grounded approach to sustainability, incorporating current European requirements into its governance processes and reporting. Moreover, Zentiva has achieved a significant level of transparency by publicly disclosing climate-related information, including the use of renewable electricity in its European manufacturing plants, integrated into a broader long-term climate strategy. The company also provided a comprehensive calculation of its indirect carbon footprint based on externally verified methodologies, showcasing its commitment to data integrity and clearly explaining its governance structures, highlighting the role of its audit committee in approving sustainability-related plans.

These accomplishments underscore Zentiva's dedication to fostering positive changes for society and the environment.

Steffen Klink, COO of EUPD Group, remarked, "We proudly congratulate Zentiva on its exceptional commitment to transparent communication in the ESG domain, clearly demonstrating accountability through the disclosure of significant impacts, risks, and opportunities in key areas of environmental, social, and governance factors. Their commitment to holistic performance, including ambitious decarbonization goals and stable global policies concerning ethical conduct and responsible sourcing, sets a definitive standard for excellence in this sector."

Ines Windisch, Head of Corporate Affairs and Sustainability at Zentiva, expressed, "We are truly proud to receive this award for our sustainability reporting. It validates our journey, which is not merely about compliance—it's about learning, testing, piloting, and acting with courage and transparency. At Zentiva, we understand that even small steps can have a substantial impact, and we must act today for a sustainable future. Sustainability is not just a responsibility; it is an opportunity for people and partners to create a lasting positive impact for future generations. This award is a milestone that inspires us to take further steps forward."

About Zentiva

Zentiva is dedicated to delivering health and wellbeing to all generations. The company focuses on developing, manufacturing, and providing high-quality and affordable medicines to over 100 million people across more than 30 countries in Europe and beyond. Zentiva ensures safe supply through four wholly-owned manufacturing plants and a broad network of external production partners. The company employs over 5,000 unique talents, all united by a commitment to the people who rely on its medicines daily. Explore more at www.zentiva.com.

About EUPD Group

Since its establishment in 2000, the EUPD Group has been developing innovative and integrated solutions for companies focusing on sustainability. The firm guides businesses towards success through data-driven market research and offers consulting services in energy, social affairs, and ESG. Within the realm of 'Energy,' EUPD specializes in technological sectors such as photovoltaics, energy storage, heat pumps, and electromobility. In the 'Social' category, it provides services in areas such as occupational health management and equal opportunities, while the 'ESG' category emphasizes sustainability and corporate responsibility, including transparency in reporting. The group aims to assist companies in gaining and maintaining competitiveness, creating optimal conditions, and developing business opportunities. Visit www.eupd-group.com for more information.

About ESG Transparency Award

The ESG Transparency Award recognizes European organizations that have integrated forward-thinking sustainability concepts into their operations and transparently report them in sustainability reports. These pioneers serve as role models for others, proving that profitability and sustainability are not opposites but rather successful strategies for a future worth living. The EUPD Group has developed the ESG transparency assessment standard to objectively evaluate transparency, accountability, and the structural quality of ESG reporting, drawing from the most relevant European and international reporting guidelines. It serves as the methodological foundation for the ESG Transparency Award. More information can be found at www.esg-transparency-award.de/en/.