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Cardinal Health Global EHS Programs reflects our respect for the environment, and demonstrates our commitment to the health and safety of our employees, contractors and the community.

Environmental Sustainability Guiding Principles

We believe that work-related illnesses, injuries and environmental incidents are preventable. It is our vision to have all employees working safely and in an environmentally responsible manner 100 percent of the time.

With a strong environmental compliance record and award-winning facilities, we have key principles that guide our sustainability efforts:

Pollution prevention

Minimize waste generated in our operations and maintain high rates of reuse and recycling.

Energy optimization

Optimize energy selection and use to reduce impacts to the environment, minimize greenhouse gas emissions and give preference to renewable energy sources when feasible.

Design for environment

Design products and services to reduce consumption of natural resources and energy requirements, to reduce waste and emissions, and to maximize overall product functionality.

Employee and Public Outreach

Promote environmental awareness and engagement among employees, the public, and our customers that lead to sustainable development.

Environmental, Health and Safety policy

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Environment Health and Safety Management System Summary

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Environmental Sustainability Engagement

Carbon Disclosure Project

We have disclosed our environmental information and impacts with the Carbon Disclosure Project annually since 2009, to help provide decision makers the data needed to change market behavior. View our 2017 CDP response »

Cardinal Health is proud to engage Bureau Veritas North America, Inc. in an independent verification of the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reported for January 1, 2016 to June 30, 2017.  Emission data was verified at a Limited Level of Assurance: Scope 1, Scope 2 (Location Based), and Scope 3 (Air Travel departing from North America only). View our FY17 verification statement »

GHG Reporting Protocols against which verification was conducted:

  • World Resources Institute (WRI)/World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) Greenhouse Gas Protocol Corporate Accounting and Reporting Standard (Scope 1 and 2).
  • WRI/WBCSD GHG Protocol Corporate Value Chain (Scope 3) Accounting and Reporting Standard (Scope 3).

GHG Verification Protocol used to conduct the verification:

  • ISO 14064-3: Greenhouse gases Part 3: Specification with guidance for the validation and verification of greenhouse gas assertions.

Business Roundtable (BRT)

BRT is an association of chief executive officers of leading U.S. companies working to promote sound public policy and a thriving U.S. economy. A new BRT report, “Create, Grow, Sustain: Delivering Shared Success,” features narratives from 155 CEOs on how their companies have developed and promoted sustainable practices, including Cardinal Health. View our report here »

National Association for Environmental Management

NAEM is a professional association that empowers corporate leaders to advance environmental stewardship, create safe and healthy workplaces, and promote global sustainability. Cardinal Health belongs to the Board of Regents, and we are committed to advancing environmental, health and safety management excellence, and sharing best practices through the NAEM network. Learn more »

SmartWay Transport Partner

We have been a proud partner of the SmartWay® Program since 2010. This is a public-private initiative to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution created by freight transportation in corporate supply chains. Through its partnership, the EPA helps SmartWay® Partners move more goods, more miles with lower emissions and less energy. Learn more »

Healthcare Plastics Recycling Council member

The HPRC is a private technical coalition of peers across the healthcare, recycling and waste management industries seeking to inspire and enable sustainable, cost-effective recycling solutions for plastic products and materials used in the delivery of healthcare. Learn more »

Environment, Health, Safety & Sustainability Recognition Program

The Cardinal Health Global Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) and Sustainability award program annually recognizes outstanding site efforts in multiple categories. This program continues to showcase organizations that have demonstrated superior EHS leadership, effective integration of EHS into the organizational culture, leadership in environmental sustainability guiding principles, the development of transferrable innovative solutions, and ongoing EHS performance excellence.

Multiple sites are recognized by the selection committee in the following award categories:

  • EHS Excellence
  • Environmental Stewardship
  • Health & Safety Innovation
  • EHS Performance

Environment, Health, and Safety Standards

The Cardinal Health Global Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) standards apply to all businesses and operations worldwide. The standards establish company requirements for the recognition, evaluation, and control of hazards.