Commercial, Energy Efficiency, GHG Emissions, Commercial  -  April 24, 2024

HanesBrands Lowers Emissions by 53%, SBTi Approves Goals

HanesBrands Inc., a global company in apparel brands, announced a 53% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions since 2019.

The company also announced a 41% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 intensity (kgCO2e per finished textile pound) since 2019 and  that its science-based targets were approved by SBTi.

Hanesbrands, whose brands include Hanes, Champion, Bonds, Maidenform and Bali, announced nearly 60% of the electricity it consumes is from renewable sources and it has set a goal to reach 100% renewable electricity use.

Details of the company's progress toward sustainability goals were reported in its 2023 Sustainability Summary Report. 

“I’m incredibly proud of the work we have done over the years to drive us closer to reaching our aggressive goals around People, Planet and Product,” said Steve Bratspies, CEO of HanesBrands, in a statement. “Our consumers expect quality, comfortable products from our iconic brands at a great value that are manufactured with the planet and people in mind. Thanks to our associates who are passionate about doing what’s right, we’re able to deliver on those expectations while making sustainability accessible for all.”

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