Towards sustainability: Green initiatives in pharmaceuticals

This article underscores the urgent need for sustainability in the pharmaceutical industry, which faces environmental challenges. It highlights key issues, including energy consumption and waste generation, and presents solutions such as green chemistry, energy efficiency, waste reduction, and sustainable sourcing. Case studies from Novartis, Pfizer, and GlaxoSmithKline demonstrate successful sustainability practices. In conclusion, sustainability is vital for the pharmaceutical sector, offering reputational benefits, cost savings, and regulatory compliance, while also contributing to a sustainable future.