Bausch + Lomb Targets Net Zero by 2050 with 10% Power Cut and 50% Lighter Lens Packaging
Bausch + Lomb’s 2025 Sustainability Impact Report sets a Net Zero greenhouse gas target by 2050, highlighting a 10% power demand reduction at its Rochester site and expanded onsite solar projects. The company cut packaging weight by 50% on ONEday lenses and avoided 25 tons of paper waste since 2023.
1. Report Highlights Sustainability Goals
Bausch + Lomb released its 2025 Sustainability Impact Report, unveiling The Broader Perspective framework to guide environmental, social and governance initiatives. The framework sets long-term goals for emissions, waste prevention and ethical operations across its global eye health business.
2. Emissions Reduction Measures
The company reaffirmed a global commitment to achieve Net Zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, expanding renewable energy use and initiating onsite solar installations. It developed a Scope 3 emissions inventory, launched an energy reduction playbook and cut power demand by 10% at its Rochester, New York manufacturing site.
3. Packaging and Waste Reduction
Bausch + Lomb advanced circularity by delivering Biotrue ONEday lenses with 50% lighter plastic and smaller cartons, avoiding approximately 25 tons of paper waste since 2023 through electronic instructions. Closed-loop recycling programs such as ONE by ONE and Every Contact Counts further support waste prevention.
4. Governance and Ethics Foundations
Over 90% of invited suppliers are registered in the vendor risk management program and the company maintains global certifications in environmental, health and safety systems. Investments in AI-enabled diagnostics and new delivery technologies underline its commitment to innovation and patient safety.