Sustainability
“R-Biopharm Australia is committed to making positive, sustainable change in all aspects of our global operations. In line with our company values and the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, we actively explore innovative ways to reduce our impact, promote diversity & equality, while investing in the sustainable growth of our industry.”
Our world is permanently changing and perpetually confronting mankind with new tasks. We at R-Biopharm face these rapid changes with professional fascination. We consider them as a challenge for which we develop sustainable solutions. To this end, we seek new paths with agile, innovative thinking – and also pursue them with competent partners. Our network includes renowned clinics, Universities, scientific institutes as well as internationally active commercial enterprises. A strong alliance to accompany the world’s population into a new age of health.
Through the interaction of science and technology, R-Biopharm researches and develops innovations for a better life – through safe food, the right individual nutrition and reliable diagnosis in case of illness. In doing so, we also rely on collaborative partnerships with our national subsidiaries such as PROGEN, the world-renowned manufacturer of research antibodies and immunological test systems. In addition, there are our highly qualified international subsidiaries, including Kementec in Denmark which manufactures substrates and buffers for immunoassays.
“Research and development at R-Biopharm meets new challenges with its agile processes. In the shortest possible time and as a team, we develop innovative, highly efficient and reliable solutions, such as our Corona tests in 2020 – first for laboratory use, then for comprehensive testing in rapid test centers.”
– Dr. Peter Schubert, Former member of the R-Biopharm Executive Board
Renewable Infrastructure Project
The renewable infrastructure project is working towards the installation of 200Kw of solar panels at our Sydney HQ. This…
The renewable infrastructure project is working towards the installation of 200Kw of solar panels at our Sydney HQ. This project was completed in January 2024 with SolarGalaxy. We have seen a major reduction in our overall power consumption, while increasing the energy efficiency of our buildings through the insulation they provide.
STEM Graduate Program
We have designed an eighteen-month graduate program, tailored to support women and indigenous students by providing industry placement opportunities…
We have designed an eighteen-month graduate program, tailored to support women and indigenous students by providing industry placement opportunities from the successful completion of their studies into the STEM environment. The course is designed to take graduates on a learning journey using a multi-disciplined approach, divided into six key modules, each involving pragmatic hands-on teaching experiences to enable diverse learning from key aspects of the business.
Company Wellness program
Our Wellness Program has been created to inspire and engage our people to make small, achievable changes in their…
Our Wellness Program has been created to inspire and engage our people to make small, achievable changes in their daily routines by connecting them to benefits and tools that are most relevant to them. These include extended leave, flexible working arrangements, private health insurance and a range of benefits targeting our employees physical, social, intellectual, spiritual, emotional, and occupational health.
Paperless Future Project
Recognising the impact of high paper consumption on the environment, R-Biopharm is committed to become completely paperless by 2027….
Recognising the impact of high paper consumption on the environment, R-Biopharm is committed to become completely paperless by 2027. The initial step of this project involves investigating and implementing alternatives to paper labelling on all our products, as well as transitioning away from paper dependency in the office environment through education and digitalisation.
Smart Infrastructure Project
To reduce our energy consumption and complement our renewable infrastructure project, we are investigating smart lighting and air conditioning…
To reduce our energy consumption and complement our renewable infrastructure project, we are investigating smart lighting and air conditioning solutions to optimise our use based on the movement of people in the office. An example outcome of this would see a major reduction in energy use in the case where employees work from home.
Plastic Recycling
As consumers of single use plastics, we recognise the responsibility of seeking alternatives where possible. This project aims to…
As consumers of single use plastics, we recognise the responsibility of seeking alternatives where possible. This project aims to reduce our consumption of plastics by 50% by 2028, across all areas of the company. This involves investigating in recycling and reuse of disposed, non-contaminated plastics, as well as replacing non-critical plastics with alternatives in our products and packaging.
Solar Panel Installation Project
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