Premier Research
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2021)
Reporting Period: 2021
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Ethical Conduct
- Employee Well-being
- Global Sustainability
- Data Security
- Human Rights
- Anti-corruption
- Environmental Responsibility
- Patient Safety
- Data Protection
Environmental Achievements
- Green Park facility in Reading, U.K. uses 100 percent renewable energy.
- Implemented energy-efficient products and energy-control mechanisms (LED lighting, HVAC systems) to reduce environmental impact.
- Reuse/recycle programs and protocols (electronic signatures) to limit waste production.
- Replaced hazardous cleaning products with suitable substitutes.
Social Achievements
- 9 out of 10 employees felt their manager regularly recognized their contributions and supported their development.
- 8 out of 10 employees experienced a sense of comfort and belonging.
- 8 out of 10 employees were empowered to make decisions.
- 3 out of 4 employees believed they were challenged and stretched in a way that resulted in personal growth.
- Launched Black Employee Network and Veteran Support Group Employee Resource Groups (ERGs).
Governance Achievements
- Adopted a Global Code of Conduct and Ethics in 2020.
- Appointed a Chief Compliance Officer in 2021.
- Delivered 1,700 hours of ethics training to 99% of staff.
- Implemented a comprehensive training program rooted in ICH GCP and ISO 14155:2020 Guidance for clinical research compliance.
- Implemented a Global Privacy Program compliant with GDPR, CCPA, UK Data Protection Act, and HIPAA.
- No reportable data breaches.
Climate Goals & Targets
Environmental Challenges
- Maintaining a safe and healthy workplace during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Ensuring compliance with evolving environmental regulations and best practices across a global operation.
- Protecting data privacy and integrity across multiple jurisdictions.
Mitigation Strategies
- Launched a Pandemic Management Workforce in 2020.
- Encouraged employee vaccinations and adherence to local regulations.
- Regularly reviewed and updated health and safety protocols and Pandemic Travel & Safety Guidelines.
- Provided information and guidance through employee portals and a Vaccination Management Portal.
- Implemented a Global Privacy Program with policies, standards, training, and risk assessments.
- Stringent assessments of security and privacy risks for existing and new systems and processes.
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- Requires suppliers and service providers to have an environmental policy promoting efficiency and reduced emissions.
- Prioritizes purchase of recycled, recyclable, or refurbished products and materials.