Merck: Environmental and Social Solutions Quiz

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What are Merck's three overall sustainability goals?

dedicated to human progress, creating sustainable value chains, and reducing our ecological footprint

How does Merck aim to benefit the global population through the 'dedicated to human progress' aspect?

By developing innovative sustainable technologies, green product solutions, and reducing environmental footprints.

Provide an example of a green solution developed by Merck mentioned in the text.

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How does Merck contribute to reducing ecological footprint according to the text?

By providing green solutions and leveraging its science and technology capacities. Signup and view all the answers

Explain how Merck exemplifies being 'curious minds dedicated to human progress'.

By considering solutions to environmental and social challenges through technology early on. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main approach Merck takes to promote human progress according to the text?

Developing green product solutions and reducing environmental footprints. Signup and view all the answers

What are the two science-based targets set by the Group to reduce greenhouse gas emissions?

To keep global temperature rise well-below 2℃ and preferably not higher than 1.5℃ Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of greenhouse gas emissions generated by the Group comes from when their products are in use?

More than 90% Signup and view all the answers

Why are science-based targets set for the entire value chain, including the user phase?

To ensure absolute reductions in greenhouse gas emissions, not in relation to cost of sales. Signup and view all the answers

How does the Group signal its commitment to real change in addressing climate goals?

By setting science-based targets and raising ambition. Signup and view all the answers

What role do technologies play in the Group's efforts towards low carbon solutions?

Critical in existing low carbon technologies and part of emerging low carbon technologies for various applications. Signup and view all the answers

How can the Group make a positive impact beyond its innovations?

Through operations, transportation, product design, and the source of energy used to power products. Signup and view all the answers

What is Merck's core focus across three major fields?

Healthcare, life science, and electronics Signup and view all the answers

How long has Merck been implementing the philosophy of sustainable operation?

354 years Signup and view all the answers

What is Taiwan's ambition in terms of carbon emissions by 2050?

Net Zero Carbon Dioxide Emissions Signup and view all the answers

What action will the EU take starting in 2026 to contribute to a sustainable transition?

Impose carbon tariffs Signup and view all the answers

Why are environmentally-conscious economies no longer options for consideration?

Necessities Signup and view all the answers

What is one area where major co-benefits should be obtained during the sector transition?

Air quality issues Signup and view all the answers