In a significant stride towards sustainable practices, VF Corporation proudly announces a 40% increase in the sourcing of recycled polyester for the fiscal year 2022. This remarkable progress, up from 36% in FY21, positions VF at an impressive 80% completion of its goal to use 50% recycled polyester by FY26, as highlighted in the 2023 Environmental & Social Responsibility report.
Bracken Darrell, VF’s President and CEO, commends the dedication of employees amid global challenges, emphasizing the company’s commitment to sustainable and active lifestyles for the betterment of people and the planet.
Key report focus areas encompass People, Planet, and Product, addressing gender parity, racial equity, human rights, product traceability, climate change, renewable energy, waste reduction, and the use of responsibly sourced, recycled, and regenerative materials. Noteworthy achievements include seven VF brands in the EMEA region diverting nearly 96,000 kilograms of single-use packaging plastics from landfills. The company also successfully traced 72% of its wool supply chain from farm to finished product in FY23, a significant step towards tracing all key materials through all supply chain tiers by FY28.
The report showcases impactful VF brand initiatives, such as Smartwool’s introduction of an inclusive sizing approach with its first plus-size base layers apparel line. Vans supported the LGBTQ+ community with its Off The Wall Pride Gallery Collection and donations to LGBTQ+ advocacy organizations. Moreover, 48% of the icebreaker brand’s wool is responsibly sourced from growers implementing regenerative practices. The North Face brand launched its first Circular Design products, and Timberland, Vans, and The North Face are set to launch products featuring regeneratively-grown natural rubber.
VF Corporation remains committed to sustainability, integrating impactful progress into its overall business strategy. Explore the journey of sustainable innovation and commitment with VF Corporation.