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IDEXX Releases 2022 Corporate Responsibility Report, Providing Environmental, Social, and Governance Updates
The 2022 report, "Purpose-Driven Progress," introduces a new framework that aligns IDEXX's ESG goals and initiatives with its long-term strategy and Purpose
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[{"type":"text","content":"The 2022 report, \"Purpose-Driven Progress,\" introduces a new framework that aligns IDEXX's ESG goals and initiatives with its long-term strategy and Purpose\nWESTBROOK, Maine, July 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- IDEXX Laboratories, Inc. (NASDAQ: IDXX), a global leader in pet healthcare innovation, today published its 2022 Corporate Responsibility Report, highlighting progress against the environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals it announced last year. The report also introduces a framework to focus and prioritize the company's ESG goals and initiatives. The framework includes three pillars focused on the environmental and social priorities most important to IDEXX's stakeholders and business, underpinned by strong governance, policies, and systems infrastructure.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \nThe Care We AdvanceIDEXX brings clarity to a complex world through diagnostic and software solutions to support longer, fuller lives for pets and those who care for them. Key highlights from the 2022 report include these:\nOffered eight new product, service, and software solution enhancements, including expanded Fecal Dx® antigen testing by adding flea tapeworm detection and new markers for the IDEXX 4Dx® Plus Test.Revealed opportunities to increase veterinary practice productivity while maintaining quality of care in the publication Finding the Time: Empowering Veterinary Teams to Get the Most Out of Every Day.Expanded support for veterinary mental health and well-being as part of the IDEXX Foundation's 60 initiatives in 20+ countries.The People We SupportIDEXX strives to foster a collaborative and inclusive workplace that empowers employees to develop and grow and find purpose and fulfillment in all they do. Key highlights from the 2022 report include these:\nMaintained gender balance with 49% of global management roles held by women.Expanded career progression programs, such as career ladders and leadership development resources, for frontline employees.Completed 2022 pay equity assessment, confirming that global pay practices are fair and equitable.The Planet We ShareIDEXX is committed to reducing its environmental footprint. Key highlights from the 2022 report include these:\nOutlined greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction strategy, including key long-term projects that will help IDEXX reach its goals established in 2022.Transitioned...