Green Cross Veterinary Products takes the lead in animal welfare and social contribution, winning the “2024 Social Contribution Awards – ESG (Social) Division Grand Prize”

Recognized for its leadership in ESG management and diverse initiatives such as the Value Green Volunteer Corps and the G&Pet Children’s Art Contest.

Green Cross Veterinary Products Wins the Grand Prize in the ESG (Social) Category at the 2024 Social Contribution Awards

Green Cross Veterinary Products (GCVP) announced that it received the Grand Prize in the ESG (Social) category at the 2024 Social Contribution Awards ceremony held on the 28th.

Hosted by Digital Chosun Ilbo and sponsored by the Ministry of Health and Welfare, Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, Ministry of Environment, the Win-Win Growth Committee, and Chosun Ilbo, the Social Contribution Awards recognize exemplary companies that contribute to building a better society through meaningful collaboration between corporations and communities.Awardees are selected each year based on comprehensive evaluations of their social contribution strategies, program execution, and measurable achievements.

GCVP was recognized for its ESG management practices that actively promote animal welfare, environmental sustainability, social responsibility, and organizational culture.

Founded in 1973, Green Cross Veterinary Products is Korea’s leading animal healthcare company, offering a diverse portfolio of vaccines, antibiotics, and analgesics for companion animals.The company has been at the forefront of innovation in the animal pharmaceutical industry, developing the world’s first oral PED vaccine and filing a world-first patent for a tulathromycin formulation for dogs, exemplifying its commitment to advancing animal welfare through science and innovation.

GCVP also practices social contribution through its volunteer organization, the Value Green Volunteer Corps, which regularly visits animal shelters to support rescue activities.In cooperation with organizations such as Seoul National University College of Veterinary Medicine, Konkuk University’s Veterinary Volunteer Club, the Incheon and Chungnam Veterinary Associations, Rainbow Shelter, and Nabiya Cat Shelter, the company provides animal medicines and medical support to promote welfare for abandoned animals.

In addition, GCVP leads eco-friendly ESG initiatives for future generations.To commemorate its 50th anniversary last year, the company hosted the 1st G&Pet Children’s Art Contest under the theme “Happy Memories with Pets.”The event drew 1,754 participants, and for every participant, ₩1,000 was donated, with GCVP contributing additional funds to provide ₩5 million worth of animal medicines to dog shelters.The company plans to hold the second edition of the contest this year.

CEO Na Seung-sik stated,

“ESG management is not a choice but a necessity. We will continue to promote animal welfare and pursue ESG activities across environment, society, and corporate culture to create meaningful value that benefits both people and animals.”

The 2024 Social Contribution Awards selected 20 companies and institutions out of 712 candidates that were initially shortlisted based on data from the Chosun Media Group Research Center, the Federation of Korean Industries, and the Korea National Council on Social Welfare.Final evaluations were conducted from March 23 to 25 by a panel of judges, based on criteria such as CEO commitment, strategic execution, and measurable outcomes in social contribution activities.