[RICHMOND HILL, ON] April 22, 2024—Compugen Inc., the nation's largest privately-owned and operated Technology Ally, is proud to announce its achievement of the prestigious 5-Star Changemaker Badge, a testament to its unwavering dedication to sustainability and environmental stewardship within the HP Amplify Changemaker program.
The 5-Star Changemaker Recognition acknowledges partners like Compugen who exhibit steadfast commitment to sustainability across five pivotal pillars: Sustainability Strategy, Sustainability as a Business Opportunity, Planet, People, and Community. In line with Compugen's commitment to sustainability, the company has initiated several impactful initiatives to minimize its ecological footprint and foster positive societal change. Key highlights from 2023 include: Elimination of single-use plastics: Transitioning away from single-use plastics to eco-conscious alternatives like bamboo and wood.
Charitable contributions: Extending support to over 10 charitable organizations, including volunteering at food banks and spearheading the Holiday Toy Drive, which resulted in the collection of more than 250 toys in Richmond Hill. Through strategic collaborations with Waste Management, Compugen has achieved noteworthy environmental milestones, including:
- Conservation of Natural Resources: Preserving 1,043 mature trees, equivalent to producing 12,917,318 sheets of newspaper.
- Reduction of Greenhouse Gas Emissions: Preventing 282 metric tons of CO2 equivalent, thus contributing to a healthier planet.
- Water Conservation: Conserving 486,528 gallons of water, fulfilling the freshwater needs of thousands for a year.
"We believe the word partner is a verb — a catalyst for positive change," remarks Harry Zarek, President of Compugen Inc. "For us, sustainability isn't merely a buzzword; it's ingrained in our DNA and our values. From our unwavering dedication to Green on Purpose + Sustainable by Choice to our role as a Technology Ally, we're driven by a real desire to create lasting impact and empower communities.”
Compugen's commitment to sustainability transcends internal operations; it permeates the entire supply chain. The company actively seeks out eco-friendly partners and suppliers, ensuring that every facet of its business reflects a commitment to environmental stewardship.
As Compugen advances on its sustainability journey, it remains resolute in its commitment to corporate responsibility, envisioning a sustainable future, pioneering innovative solutions, and delivering tangible outcomes, one stride at a time.
About Compugen, Inc.
As Canada’s largest privately-owned and operated Technology Ally, we help organizations realize new possibilities. To innovate industries, transform businesses, connect communities, and drive meaningful change, we must think bigger, reach broader, and act bolder. Through knowledge, curiosity, and collaboration, Compugen helps organizations delivering experience by design. This is what it means to be human-centered and technology-enabled. Get an ally in your technology journey. Visit www.compugen.com to start now.
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