Sustainable

Striving for Excellence · Coexisting with Nature

Zencore Biologics — ESG Sustainability Vision

Zencore Biologics is guided by a culture of "pursuing excellence," exploring scientific truth with precision, and embracing social responsibility with a spirit of coexistence. We deeply integrate sustainability into the full lifecycle of our integrated CDMO business, committing to responsible innovation and operations. Together with global partners, employees, and communities, we strive to build a healthier, fairer, and greener world.

Premium Quality Serving China, Dedicated Craftsmanship for a Healthier World

Excellence in Governance, Precision in Integrity

G — Governance

Our Vision

"When equilibrium is achieved, heaven and earth find their order, and all things flourish."

Zencore Biologics views governance as the backbone of the enterprise. We establish a transparent, ethical, and efficient governance framework built on the highest standards of business integrity, ensuring every decision withstands the test of time and every piece of data earns the trust of life.

Governance Structure

Zencore Biologics has established a multi-tiered governance system led by the Board of Directors, comprising the Audit Committee, Executive Committee, and Internal Audit & Compliance Team.

  • Top-Level Design: The Board directly oversees ESG strategy and risk management, ensuring sustainability goals resonate with the company's long-term strategy.
  • Compliance Implementation: Each business unit appoints compliance liaisons, forming a comprehensive risk identification and control network that embeds compliance awareness into every aspect of R&D, production, and sales.
Core Principles: Integrity First, Data as Our Shield

Zero Tolerance for Misconduct

We adhere to our Code of Business Conduct and Ethics, maintaining zero tolerance for corruption, bribery, and conflicts of interest. Regular anti-corruption training and internal audits reinforce our integrity defense.

Information Security & Privacy Protection

We enforce strict data segregation and anonymization protocols. Client intellectual property and data privacy are our lifeline. Certified under ISO/IEC 27001, we follow the "3P Principle" to build a comprehensive cybersecurity moat.

Global Compliance Operations

We strictly comply with all applicable laws and regulations in our operating regions and proactively align with the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) Ten Principles, demonstrating our responsibility as a multinational enterprise.

Commitments & Targets
  • Universal Compliance: Ensure 100% annual compliance training completion rate for all employees, with key positions signing integrity pledges.
  • Transparent Disclosure: Publish regular ESG reports subject to third-party assurance, enhancing transparency and comparability of disclosures.
  • Supplier Management: Integrate ESG performance into supplier onboarding and evaluation systems, driving compliance improvement across the supply chain.
Key Initiatives
  • Establish a digital compliance management platform with 24/7 anonymous whistleblowing channels.
  • Integrate business ethics indicators into executive and employee performance reviews with a minimum weight of 10%.
  • Conduct regular compliance audits and risk assessments across global production sites to ensure continuous improvement.
Policies & Documents
  • Zencore Biologics Code of Business Conduct and Ethics
  • Zencore Biologics Anti-Corruption and Anti-Bribery Policy
  • Zencore Biologics Data Privacy and Information Security Management Policy
  • Zencore Biologics Conflict of Interest Management Policy
Audits & Certifications
  • ISO/IEC 27001 Information Security Management System

Bearing Virtue, Serving with Compassion

S — Social

Our Vision

"The Great Learning teaches us to illuminate virtue, to renew the people, and to rest in the highest good."

Zencore Biologics is committed to being a responsible global corporate citizen. We value human potential, respect the dignity of life, and fulfill our social responsibility through affordable innovative medicines, an inclusive workplace, and community engagement.

Our Approach: People First, Diversity & Inclusion

Talent Development

We view employees as our most valuable asset. A global talent attraction and development system transcends geographical and cultural barriers, fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive (DEI) workplace.

Occupational Health & Safety (OHS)

Life comes first, safety above all. We build an outstanding occupational health and safety management system that addresses not only physical safety but also employee mental health and work-life balance.

Core Principles: Accessible Healthcare, Shared Growth

Accessible & Affordable

Through our efficient integrated CDMO model, we accelerate drug development and reduce production costs, bringing breakthrough therapies to patients worldwide earlier and more broadly.

Employee Wellbeing

We advocate a "family culture," offering comprehensive benefits, career development pathways, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health. We uphold equal opportunity — management interviews in China ensure at least 30% female candidates.

Community Engagement

We actively participate in philanthropy, science education, and community building, leveraging our biopharmaceutical expertise during public health events to contribute to societal wellbeing.

Commitments & Targets
  • Quality Foundation: All major operating sites to be certified under ISO 9001 Quality Management and ISO 45001 Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems.
  • Supply Chain Responsibility: Join the Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Initiative (PSCI) by 2027, driving suppliers to uphold human rights and labor standards.
  • Employee Satisfaction: Continuously improve employee engagement and belonging, maintaining annual satisfaction scores at industry-leading levels.
Key Initiatives
  • Quality Culture: Establish company-wide quality accountability, conduct regular quality awareness training, and ensure every batch meets the highest global standards.
  • Green Supply Chain: Assess suppliers on sustainability performance and prioritize partners meeting ESG standards.
  • Diverse Hiring: Recruit talent globally with a focus on supporting underrepresented groups, fostering a discrimination-free workplace.
  • Community Outreach: Establish a dedicated charity fund supporting rare disease relief, medical education, and environmental projects, encouraging employee volunteerism.
Policies & Documents
  • Zencore Biologics Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Policy
  • Zencore Biologics Occupational Health and Safety Policy
  • Zencore Biologics Supplier Code of Conduct
  • Zencore Biologics Charitable Donation Management Policy
Audits & Certifications
  • ISO 9001 Quality Management System
  • ISO 45001 Occupational Health and Safety Management System

Exploring Nature, Harmonizing with the Universe

E — Environment

Our Vision

"Heaven and earth coexist with me, and all things are one with me."

Zencore Biologics recognizes that the future of biopharmaceuticals lies in harmonious coexistence with nature. Through technological innovation and management optimization, we explore low-carbon pathways, committing to achieve operational carbon neutrality by 2030 and safeguard our blue skies and clean waters.

Our Approach: Green Manufacturing, Circular Ecosystem

Environmental Management System

A lifecycle-wide environmental management framework integrates green principles from site selection, design, and construction through to operations.

Climate Change Response

A dedicated Sustainability Committee oversees climate risk assessment and opportunity identification, developing a science-based emissions reduction roadmap.

Core Principles: Energy Saving, Carbon Reduction, Resource Circularity

Energy Transition

We actively deploy renewable energy and increase green electricity usage. Process optimization and high-efficiency equipment upgrades significantly reduce energy consumption per unit of output.

Waste Management

Practicing circular economy principles, we strengthen compliant treatment and resource recovery of wastewater, exhaust gas, and solid waste, employing advanced technologies to exceed national standards.

Green Packaging & Logistics

Promoting recyclable packaging materials and optimizing logistics routes to reduce carbon footprint during transportation.

Commitments & Targets
We solemnly commit to achieving carbon neutrality in our operations (Scope 1 and Scope 2) by 2030.
  • Science-Based Carbon Targets:
    • End of 2026: Complete ISO 14064 carbon inventory and verification for Scope 1, 2, and 3 greenhouse gas emissions.
    • 2027: Establish clear Scope 1, 2, and 3 GHG reduction targets.
    • 2028: Ensure near-term reduction targets are validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
  • Resource Efficiency: Reduce water consumption and energy intensity per unit product by 20% by 2030 against the 2025 baseline.
Key Initiatives
  • Green Factory: All major sites certified under ISO 14001, striving for national/provincial green factory recognition.
  • Digital Energy Management: Deploy an Energy Management System (EMS) for real-time monitoring of energy data across workshops, optimizing energy dispatch with AI algorithms.
  • Low-Carbon Innovation: Develop and deploy continuous manufacturing, single-use bioreactors, and other green processes to reduce resource consumption and waste at the source.
  • Employee Green Action: Launch "green office" and "paperless meeting" initiatives, incorporating environmental behavior into employee performance reviews.
  • Value Chain Collaboration: Share low-carbon technologies and management experience with clients and suppliers to drive the pharmaceutical industry's green transformation.
Policies & Documents
  • Zencore Biologics Climate Change Response Policy
  • Zencore Biologics Environment, Health & Safety Policy
  • Zencore Biologics Waste Management and Resource Recovery Policy
Audits & Certifications
  • ISO 14001 Environmental Management System
  • ISO 14064 Greenhouse Gas Emissions Verification

Zencore Biologics — pursuing scientific truth with exceptional skill, fulfilling our duty to society with a compassionate heart, exploring the green path with wisdom, and building a better future with an inclusive spirit.
We invite global partners, investors, employees, and all members of society to join us in writing a new chapter in biopharmaceutical sustainability.

ESG Inquiries: esg@zencorebio.com
Compliance Reporting: compliance@zencorebio.com
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