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2006
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The journal Science and the American Association for the Advancement of Science
For the fourth consecutive year, Genzyme was named a "Top Employer" in this survey of scientists, placing sixth out of 331 global biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies and was the highest ranked company in New England.
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2006
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Mass High Tech
Genzyme received the TechCitizenship Award for the seventh year in a row. The annual award program celebrates companies in the Northeast of the United States whose efforts enrich both the lives of their workers and the communities in which they do business.
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2006
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Cambridge Chamber of Commerce
Genzyme was named "Corporate Citizen of the Year," an award given annually to a chamber member that demonstrates significant contributions, involvement and distinguished community service in the Cambridge, Mass. area.
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2006
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Great Place to Work Institute
Genzyme’s Geel, Belgium location rated No. 4 on the list of the best places to work in Belgium and was in the top 100 for Europe, based on both on an employee satisfaction survey and an audit of the company’s human resource practices, policies and programs.
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2006
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FORTUNE magazine
Genzyme was selected as one of the "100 Best Companies to Work For" in the United States, ranking 51 among the top employers. This was the first year the company was invited to participate in the highly competitive process to be named to the list.
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2006
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National Pharmaceutical Council
Myozyme, Genzyme’s treatment for Pompe disease, was honored with the “Panorama del Medicamento” award, recognizing it as the most innovative new drug in Spain. The judging panel, comprised of many prominent academic and institutional representatives, assessed all medicines approved in the country in 2006 and chose Myozyme unanimously.
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2006
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Prix Galien Committee
Myozyme, Genzyme’s treatment for Pompe disease, received the prestigious UK Prix Galien Gold Medal, which recognizes outstanding achievement in pharmaceutical research and development in the United Kingdom. It is presented to recently developed products judged to be the most innovative.
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2006
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National Pharmaceutical Council
Myozyme, Genzyme’s treatment for Pompe disease, was honored with the “Panorama del Medicamento” award, recognizing it as the most innovative new drug in Spain. The judging panel, comprised of many prominent academic and institutional representatives, assessed all medicines approved in the country in 2006 and chose Myozyme unanimously.
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2006
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National Congress of the Mothers of Russia
Genzyme received a “Golden Diploma” from the President of the Russian Federation. The award is given annually to one company in recognition of its contribution to protecting and supporting Russian mothers and their children.
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2006
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BusinessWeek and Architectural Record
Behnisch Architects won a 2007 Award of Excellence for the architectural design of Genzyme Center. The project was selected from more than 150 entries around the world. Winning projects “embody design excellence that contributes to the owners’ business goals in a proficient and demonstrable manner.”
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2006
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Environmental Protection Agency
The EPA presented Genzyme’s Cambridge campus with a “Gold Achievement” award for its extensive employee education program. The training was required for all employees and focused on raising environmental awareness through the intranet, presentations and quizzes. As a result, the Cambridge campus recycled more than 100 tons of material in 2005.
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2006
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Environmental Protection Agency
Genzyme received an honorable mention for its Framingham sites’ environmental program, including its efforts towards waste prevention and recycling. The award was given in part for the successful creation of the Framingham Recycling Center that enabled the sites to increase their solid waste recycling rate to 38 percent.
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2006
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Worcester Business Journal (WBJ) and Massachusetts Audubon Society
The WBJ honored Genzyme’s Framingham sites with a 2006 environmental award for their 2005 recycling accomplishments. They highlighted Genzyme’s participation in the Environmental Protection Agency’s WasteWise program and creation of a centralized Framingham Recycling Center as key to the sites’ success.
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2005
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Mass High Tech
Genzyme received the TechCitizenship Award for the sixth year in a row. The annual award program celebrates companies in the Northeast of the United States whose efforts enrich both the lives of their workers and the communities in which they do business.
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2005
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The journal Science and the American Association for the Advancement of Science
Genzyme was named a "Top Employer" in this survey of scientists, placing sixth out of 459 global biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies. Respondents rated companies on 42 different attributes from seven categories.
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2005
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Employers Association of New Jersey
Genzyme was one of three companies in New Jersey recognized with an “Exceptional Employer Award” for its “unique approach to safety awareness and implementation of safe practices” in that employees are encouraged, empowered and rewarded to contribute to workplace safety.
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2005
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Boston Business Journal
Genzyme was listed as one of the top 20 large employers in New England as part of the “Best Places to Work” program.
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2005
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Haverhill Chamber of Commerce and Industry Haverhill, England
Genzyme received the Haverhill Chamber of Commerce’s and Industry’s first-ever “Business of the Year Award” for all-around business excellence and outstanding performance.
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2005
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Junior Achievement
Boston Business Hall of Fame
Genzyme was one of six companies inducted into JA’s first BBHF. Inductees were selected for their business achievements; innovation within their industry; business excellence and integrity; demonstration of community leadership; and commitment to Massachusetts, its youth and their education.
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2005
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CoreNet Global New England Chapter
Genzyme received “The 2005 Best New Workplace Award,” which recognizes a corporate workplace for achieving high performance results, applying innovative applications of technology and implementing best practices.
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2005
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The Green Organisation
Genzyme’s Haverhill, England manufacturing site received a Green Apple Award, which recognizes environmental best practices around the world. The facility received the honor for its recycling initiative, which among other accomplishments reduced waste going to landfills by 10 tons.
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2005
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Royal Institute of British Architects
Genzyme Center was honored with a RIBA Worldwide Award for the building’s high architectural standards and substantial contribution to the local environment.
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2004
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City of Geel, Belgium
Genzyme’s Belgium location was the first company in Geel to receive recognition for being a “Mother-Child Friendly” and a “Breast-feeding Friendly” company.
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2004
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The journal Science and the American Association for the Advancement of Science
Genzyme was named a “Top Employer” in this survey of scientists, placing sixth out of 317 global biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies. Respondents rated companies on 42 different attributes from seven categories.
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2004
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Boston Business Journal
Genzyme was listed as one of the 50 “Best Places to Work” in New England.
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2004
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Boston Business Journal
Genzyme was named “Company of the Year” based on its corporate citizenship, solid top line and dedication to staying in Massachusetts.
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2004
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Great Place to Work Institute
Genzyme’s Geel, Belgium location rated No. 6 on the list of the best places to work in Belgium and received a “Top 100” ranking in Europe, based on both on an audit and an employee satisfaction survey.
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2004
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Mass High Tech
Genzyme received the TechCitizenship Award for the fifth year in a row. The annual award program celebrates companies in the Northeast of the United States whose efforts enrich both the lives of their workers and the communities in which they do business.
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2004
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Invest in France
The French Life Sciences Awards were established in 2000 to recognize North American companies that have made a significant investment to the life sciences industry in France. Genzyme was recognized for its acquisition of SangStat Medical Corporation located in Lyon, France, which reinforced its presence and activity in France.
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2004
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Taiwan Foundation for Rare Disorders
Genzyme Taiwan received an Assiduities Ambassador Passport from the TFRD in recognition of the company’s long-term contributions to raising disease awareness and patient education and identification.
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2004
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Galenus Award, Netherlands
Genzyme was one of two winners of this prestigious award for having one of the most innovative and meaningful drugs of 2004, Aldurazyme (laronidase), which is aimed at improving the lives of MPS I patients.
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2004
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Genetic Alliance
Genzyme received the “Art of Industry Award,” which honors a private sector company that has provided significant support to lay advocacy organizations or shown insight and vision in the way lay advisors are involved in their projects. It raises awareness of the need for creative partnerships to advance understanding and treatment of genetic diseases.
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2004
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American Institute of Architects’ Committee on the Environment and the Department of Energy and Environmental Building News
Genzyme was recognized as having one of the “Top Ten Green Projects for 2004” for Genzyme Center, “an environmentally friendly, highly communicative, and innovative signature building.”
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2004
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Association of General Contractors
Genzyme Center was honored in the “Environmental New” category for a Build America Award for Genzyme Center, “one of the most environmentally responsible office buildings ever built in the United States.”
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2004
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North East Sustainable Energy Association
Genzyme received second prize in the “Places of Work: Large Building” category as part of the Green Building Awards, an annual competition recognizing outstanding achievements of high-performance architecture in the northeast. The judges noted how Genzyme Center pushes the envelope for commercial office buildings and incorporates many cutting-edge green features.
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2004
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Architectural Review
The International Property Market’s (MIPIM) Future Projects Awards reward the world's most remarkable property developments. Genzyme Center received a Commendation in the Offices Category.
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2004
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New Hampshire Chapter of the American Institute of Architects
Three awards for Excellence in Sustainable Design & Development were given for built projects that utilize an integrated approach to site planning, site and building design, and construction. Genzyme Center won for “Places of Work” and was praised for the excellent use of an urban site, the creation of a superior workplace environment for people, great day lighting and its intellectually rigorous commitment to sustainable design.
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2004
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City of Cambridge, Massachusetts
Genzyme was chosen as a co-recipient of the GoGreen Business Award in the Large Business category for Energy. Genzyme received this award for Genzyme Center that “serves as an inspiration to all businesses and organizations that seek to integrate good business practice and environmental responsibility. Furthermore, Genzyme's actions contribute significantly to the goals of the Cambridge Climate Protection Plan."
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2004
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Environmental Design and Construction Magazine
Genzyme Center was one of three nominees for the 2004 Excellence in Design Award in the “Commercial, Office, Industrial, Multi-Use or Corporate” category, which recognizes buildings that demonstrate a commitment to green building and sustainable design.
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2004
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Environmental Protection Agency
The EPA named Genzyme a WasteWise Partner of the Year for implementing an Environmental Management System at Genzyme locations in Framingham, which included activities such as re-using custom-designed boxes and reducing use of paper cups, catalogs and order forms.
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2003
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Environmental Protection Agency
Genzyme was among 83 employers who were recognized as New England’s Best Workplaces for Commuters for offering outstanding packages of commuter benefits to employees, such as subsidized transit passes and ridesharing assistance.
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2003
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The journal Science and the American Association for the Advancement of Science
Genzyme was named a “Top Employer” in this survey of scientists, placing tenth out of 380 global biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies. Respondents rated companies on 42 different attributes from seven categories.
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2003
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Environmental Protection Agency
The EPA presented Genzyme with a WasteWise Program Champion Award for recycling construction waste at Genzyme Center.
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2003
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Environmental Business Council of New England
Genzyme received the John A.S. McGlennon Environmental Award for Corporate Leadership for Genzyme Center. The award was presented in recognition of Genzyme’s outstanding corporate environmental leadership and contribution to the quality of the environment in New England.
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