Stryker

Top Company Values

Set Carbon Neutrality Target

Advancing carbon neutrality in healthcare.

Stryker has set a goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2040. The company has committed to reducing its greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030, and to achieving net-zero emissions by 2040.

Stryker is taking a number of steps to reduce its carbon footprint. These include investing in renewable energy, improving energy efficiency, and offsetting emissions. For example, Stryker signed a power purchase agreement for 100 megawatts of solar energy from a project in California. This will provide enough renewable energy to power about 10,000 homes. Stryker has also replaced all of the lighting in its headquarters with LED lights, which has reduced the company's energy consumption by 25%. Stryker is also upgrading its HVAC systems to more efficient models. In addition, Stryker is investing in a project to plant trees in South America. These trees will absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, helping to offset Stryker's emissions.

Stryker is also working to reduce the carbon footprint of its products. The company is developing new products that are more energy-efficient and that use fewer materials. Stryker is also working to improve the recycling and reuse of its products. For example, Stryker has developed a new line of surgical instruments that are made from recycled materials. These instruments help to reduce Stryker's reliance on virgin materials, and they also help to reduce the company's carbon footprint.

Stryker's commitment to carbon neutrality is part of its broader sustainability strategy. The company is also committed to reducing its water usage, minimizing waste, and promoting healthy workplaces. For example, Stryker has a goal of reducing its water usage by 20% by 2025. The company is also working to reduce its waste by increasing recycling and composting. Stryker's headquarters is also a certified LEED Gold building, which means that it meets the highest standards for environmental sustainability.

Published modern slavery statement

Committed to preventing modern slavery.

Stryker, a global medical technology company, is committed to preventing modern slavery in its operations and supply chain. In 2020, Stryker published its first modern slavery statement, which outlines the company's policies and procedures for addressing modern slavery risks.

Stryker's modern slavery statement sets out the company's commitment to identifying and assessing modern slavery risks in its operations and supply chain, taking steps to mitigate these risks, providing remediation to those who have been affected by modern slavery, and reporting on its progress in addressing modern slavery.

For example, Stryker has conducted due diligence on its suppliers, including reviewing their policies and procedures on modern slavery. Stryker has also trained its employees on modern slavery risks, and has implemented whistleblowing procedures so that employees can report any concerns they have. Stryker is also working with partners to address modern slavery risks, such as the Fair Labor Association.

Stryker is committed to continuous improvement in its efforts to prevent modern slavery. The company regularly reviews its modern slavery statement and its policies and procedures. Stryker is also committed to sharing its experiences with other businesses and organizations.

Actively manages ethical and sustainability standards in its supply chain

Putting ethics and sustainability first in our supply chain.

Stryker is committed to managing ethical and sustainability standards in its supply chain. The company has a number of policies and procedures in place to ensure that its suppliers meet its high standards. For example, Stryker requires all suppliers to conduct due diligence on their own supply chains to identify and mitigate risks. This includes assessing the risk of forced labor, child labor, and other human rights abuses. Stryker also requires suppliers to implement ethical and sustainability standards in their own operations, such as ensuring that workers are paid a fair wage and that they have safe working conditions.

In addition to its policies and procedures, Stryker also conducts regular audits of its suppliers. These audits assess the suppliers' compliance with Stryker's standards. For example, Stryker's auditors will look for evidence that suppliers are conducting due diligence on their own supply chains and that they are implementing ethical and sustainability standards in their own operations. Stryker also works with its suppliers to improve their performance over time. For example, Stryker may provide training to suppliers on how to conduct due diligence or how to improve their environmental performance.

Stryker's commitment to ethical and sustainability standards in its supply chain is not just about compliance. The company also believes that these standards are good for business. For example, by working with suppliers to improve their environmental performance, Stryker can help to reduce its own environmental impact. Stryker also believes that these standards can help to build trust with customers and patients.

Stryker is committed to continuous improvement in its efforts to manage ethical and sustainability standards in its supply chain. The company regularly reviews its policies and procedures, and it is always looking for new ways to improve its performance. For example, Stryker is currently working on developing a new supplier code of conduct that will set even higher standards for its suppliers.

Actively practices inclusion

Creating an inclusive workplace for all.

Stryker, a global medical technology company, is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and valued. The company believes that diversity and inclusion are essential to its success, and it has a number of policies and programs in place to promote inclusion.

For example, Stryker's Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policy prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information. The company also has a Code of Conduct that outlines its expectations for employees' behavior, including respect for diversity and inclusion.

One of Stryker's key programs is its Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). ERGs are voluntary, employee-led groups that provide a forum for employees to connect with others who share their identities or interests. Stryker has ERGs for a variety of groups, including women, people of color, LGBTQ+ employees, and employees with disabilities.

In 2022, Stryker had over 10,000 employees participate in ERG activities. The company's ERGs have also been recognized by several organizations, including the National Diversity Council and the Human Rights Campaign.

Stryker also offers a number of training programs on diversity and inclusion. These programs help employees to understand the importance of inclusion and how to create a more inclusive workplace. Stryker also provides employees with resources on how to identify and address unconscious bias.

For example, Stryker's Diversity and Inclusion Training program covers topics such as the history of diversity and inclusion, the benefits of a diverse workforce, and how to create a more inclusive workplace. The company also offers a number of other training programs, such as Unconscious Bias Training and LGBTQ+ Ally Training.

Stryker also offers a number of training programs on diversity and inclusion. These programs help employees to understand the importance of inclusion and how to create a more inclusive workplace. Stryker also provides employees with resources on how to identify and address unconscious bias.

For example, Stryker's Diversity and Inclusion Report tracks the company's progress on a number of metrics, such as the percentage of women and people of color in leadership positions, the number of ERGs, and the number of employees who have participated in diversity and inclusion training. The company's report also includes data on employee satisfaction with the company's diversity and inclusion efforts.

Stryker is committed to continuous improvement in its efforts to promote inclusion. The company regularly reviews its policies and programs, and it is always looking for new ways to improve its performance.

For example, Stryker is currently working on developing a new Diversity and Inclusion Strategy that will set even higher goals for the company. The company is also looking for new ways to engage employees in diversity and inclusion efforts, such as through virtual ERG meetings and online training modules.

Engages with community

Making a difference in the communities we serve.

Stryker is committed to engaging with the communities where it operates. The company believes that by working with local partners, it can make a positive impact on the lives of people around the world.

For example, in 2022, Stryker provided funding to over 1,000 organizations in 50 countries through its Driven to Give Smiles program. These organizations are working to improve oral health in underserved communities, such as providing dental care to children in low-income areas or training local dentists to provide care in rural areas.

Stryker also engages with communities through its Employee Volunteering Program. This program encourages employees to volunteer their time to local organizations. In 2022, over 30,000 Stryker employees volunteered over 1 million hours of their time to community organizations. For example, Stryker employees have volunteered at soup kitchens, homeless shelters, and after-school programs.

In addition to its direct engagement with communities, Stryker also partners with other organizations to support community initiatives. For example, Stryker is a partner of the Operation Smile organization, which provides free cleft lip and palate surgery to children in need. Stryker has also partnered with the World Health Organization to support its efforts to improve global health.

In 2022, Stryker donated $1 million to Operation Smile to help provide cleft lip and palate surgery to children in need. Stryker has also partnered with the World Health Organization to support its efforts to improve global health by providing funding for research and development of new medical technologies.

Stryker's commitment to community engagement is an important part of the company's corporate responsibility strategy. The company believes that by working with communities, it can make a positive impact on the lives of people around the world. Stryker's community engagement efforts are aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, which are a set of goals that countries around the world have agreed to work towards to achieve a more sustainable future.