Global apparel group HanesBrands (HBI), which manages labels such as Bonds and Champion, has been recognised with an A- score on the global CDP annual sustainability disclosures across two key area of environmental impact: climate change and water security.
HBI said it achieved this recognition for its leadership in transparency, best practices and coordinated action on climate change issues and water security.
The company ranked in the top 11% of companies assessed in climate change and top 12% for water security.
HBI has 2030 goals to reduce water use by 25% in their own operations, and to align wastewater with Zero Discharge with Hazardous Chemicals (ZDHC) wastewater standards by 2025. The company owns a significant majority of its manufacturing and supply chain operations, creating direct oversight of sustainability practices.
More than 18,000 companies have been assessed by CDP over eleven categories, including risk assessment and opportunities, targets and goals, governance, strategy and mitigation efforts, and response performance. The process measures overall progress toward environmental stewardship; comprehensive disclosure, awareness, management, and leadership level.
HanesBrands CEO Steve Bratspies welcomed the recognition from CDP.
“Consumers around the world know our iconic brands for comfort, quality, and style, and they trust our responsible and sustainable supply chain,” Bratspies said. “This achievement is the result of our worldwide associates who work tirelessly to achieve ambitious sustainability goals.”
HBI employs 59,000 associates in 33 countries. CDP is a global non-profit that helps businesses and cities to disclose their environmental impact.