SustainabilityRx is FIP’s programme of work that supports the progress and implementation of FIP Development Goal 21 ‘Sustainability in Pharmacy’. Sustainability as a concept ingrained in global development. Successful development has to be sustainable. The UN Sustainable Development Goals are in fact ‘sustainable’ goals after all. This only emphasises the importance of DG21 sustainability in pharmacy. In pharmacy, sustainability spans across workforce and education, practice and science – and extends beyond environmental issues. FIP established SustainabilityRx in recognition of the importance of this in transforming and developing pharmacy globally, regionally, and locally. This page focuses on showcasing our sustainability programme of work through three key priority areas: environmental, economic, and social.

FIP Development Goal 21 [w]

Workforce & education Element

Strategies and systems in place that utilise the workforce to enhance sustainable pharmacy and services.

FIP Development Goal 21 [p]

Practice Element

Policies, regulations and strategies to ensure the sustainability of the environment and minimise the impact of pharmaceuticals and pharmacy practice, but also the appropriate mechanisms to ensure the sustainability of pharmacy practice itself, through appropriate remuneration models for pharmaceutical services.

FIP Development Goal 21 [s]

Science Element

Scientific strategies and policies in place to maintain consistent supply of medicinal products throughout lifecycle while limiting negative consequences for the environment.


Protecting the environment and mitigating the health effects of climate change

Understanding the economic impact of health services

Delivering sustainable impact in communities through pharmacy