Sustainability
Advancing clinical research with care
Every study we support and every partnership we build is guided by our commitment to conducting business and clinical research responsibly, transparently and with purpose.
Our Approach
Sustainability underpins how we operate and make decisions, reinforcing the trust placed in us by our clients, patients, and the communities we serve. By working with people and organizations that share our values, we amplify our impact and accelerate our goal of advancing clinical research that is ethical, compliant, inclusive, and environmentally responsible. Through measurable environmental, social, and governance actions, we strengthen trust, deliver quality, and help shape a research ecosystem that creates lasting value for clients and patients.
We align our approach with internationally recognized frameworks and standards
“To us, sustainability means creating the conditions where society, the economy, and the planet can thrive together. These three are deeply connected, and progress in one depends on the others. That’s why our approach is evidence-based, holistic, and collaborative, bringing together all stakeholders in a shared pursuit of advancing treatments for patients and building resilient systems that sustain continual progress.”– Markus Granlund, Chief Executive Officer
Our Work
Clinical research that puts people first
Designing clinical trials with patients and study participants in mind is essential to responsible research. At TFS, we put this into practice through thoughtful study design, including digital enablement and decentralized trial approaches, aimed at reducing unnecessary travel and time burdens, improving accessibility and inclusion and enhancing the overall trial experience.
These efforts are underpinned by strict adherence to the relevant ethical and regulatory standards, including ICH-GCP and the Declaration of Helsinki, ensuring patient rights, safety, and data integrity at every stage of the trial.
Our People
The driving force behind clinical trials
Our employees are the heart of TFS and the driving force behind our mission to bring life-changing treatments to patients faster. We are proud of our international team of professionals who bring their expertise, unique perspectives, and passion for advancing healthcare to work every day.
Investing in our people is essential to our success and reflects our belief that meaningful progress starts with an engaged, inclusive, and empowered workforce. That is why we are committed to making everyone feel valued and supported and to providing an environment that is safe, respectful, and free from discrimination and harassment.
Our Clients and Partners
Like-minded commitment to CSR
The clients and partners we work with reflect who we are at TFS. As key stakeholders in our shared growth and sustainability journey, we hold ourselves and those we engage with to the highest standards of ethical and responsible business conduct.
We expect our clients, suppliers, and other partners to uphold the principles outlined in our Code of Conduct and Supplier Code of Conduct, and to promote these expectations across their own value chains. We believe that real impact comes from coordinated action, translating shared commitments into improved ethical practices, environmental performance, and social outcomes. Together, we are shaping a responsible value chain that advances clinical research and helps it deliver its full potential for the patients we serve.
Our Environment
Precaution and responsibility where it counts
A healthy environment is the foundation of a healthy society. That’s why our mission to enrich lives and improve public health includes a responsibility to protect the planet from the impacts of climate change.
As a service-based organization, our direct environmental footprint is limited, but we recognize our responsibility to act. We are taking concrete steps to reduce emissions, increase efficiency, and support the transition to renewable energy. We also report our climate impact, strategy, and progress annually and continue to evaluate new opportunities to reduce emissions and strengthen climate resilience across our operations and value chain.
Science-based targets validated by the SBTi
Net-zero: TFS commits to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across the value chain by 2050.
Near-term: Using 2024 as our base year, TFS commits to reducing absolute Scope 1 GHG emissions by 42.0%, increasing active annual sourcing of renewable electricity from 62.0% to 100.0%, and reducing Scope 3 GHG emissions by 51.6% per EUR of value added by 2030.
Long-term: Using 2024 as our base year, TFS commits to reducing absolute Scope 1 GHG emissions by 90.0% by 2050, continuing active annual sourcing of 100% renewable electricity from 2030 through 2050, and reducing Scope 3 GHG emissions by 97.0% per EUR of value added by 2050.
TFS Sustainability Report
Each year, our sustainability report tells the story of how we’re turning ambition into action. It highlights our progress, the challenges we’re working through, and the direction we’re heading as we continue to strengthen our environmental, social, and governance practices. Most importantly, it reflects the impact we’re creating together—across our teams, our partners, and the communities we serve.
CDP Disclosure
We disclose our climate impacts through CDP, the leading global platform for environmental transparency, covering emissions, energy use, and climate governance. CDP’s annual assessment helps us track progress, identify gaps, and strengthen our climate action. Overall “B” score in 2025.
EcoVadis Rating
We participate in an annual EcoVadis assessment, which benchmarks our environmental, social, and governance practices against international standards. Its independent review helps guide our progress and supports continuous improvement. Overall 70/100 score and silver medal in 2025.