Climate Change Data

OPKO Health, Inc.

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2021)

Reporting Period: 2021

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

  • Environmental Responsibility
  • Social Impact
  • Governance

Environmental Achievements

  • Increased use of e-signing technology resulting in a reduction of paper waste and carbon emissions
  • Utilized digital solutions such as eStatements and electronic bill pay
  • Migrated technology infrastructure to a cloud environment, reducing energy usage and carbon footprint
  • Encouraged environmentally friendly work practices by supporting the recycling of plastic, glass, and paper

Social Achievements

  • Fostering an inclusive work environment
  • Implementing Human Capital Management reporting and practices to improve talent management
  • Maintaining a healthy and safe workplace
  • Providing a robust health and wellness package
  • BioReference played a crucial role in the global fight against the COVID-19 pandemic

Governance Achievements

  • Adopted a Code of Business Conduct and Ethics
  • Integrated ESG matters into overall governance structure and enterprise risk management framework
  • Developed cohesive communications with advanced, peer-comparable disclosures
  • Required employees to report any conduct violating company policies

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement
  • Partnering with suppliers whose practices emphasize environmental responsibility

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: SASB