Gildan
Gildan Activewear Inc., commonly known as Gildan, is a leading apparel manufacturer headquartered in Canada. Established in 1984, the company has grown to become a prominent player in the global textile industry, with significant operations in Central America, the Caribbean, and the United States. Gildan is renowned for its high-quality activewear, socks, and hosiery, focusing on sustainability and ethical manufacturing practices. The company’s core products include T-shirts, sweatshirts, and performance wear, distinguished by their durability and comfort. Gildan's commitment to innovation and responsible sourcing has positioned it as a market leader, earning accolades for its environmental initiatives. With a strong presence in the promotional products sector, Gildan continues to set industry standards while catering to a diverse clientele worldwide.
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Gildan's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Gildan Activewear Inc., headquartered in Canada, reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 1,126,000,000 kg CO2e across all scopes. This includes about 126,920,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and approximately 499,723,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. Notably, their Scope 3 emissions were substantial, reaching about 2,245,056,000 kg CO2e. Gildan has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 30% by 2030, using a 2018 baseline. This target aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and includes a commitment to reduce Scope 3 emissions by 13.5% by 2030, based on a 2019 baseline. The company is actively working towards these goals as part of its strategy to transition to a low-carbon future. In terms of regional emissions, Gildan's operations in Bangladesh reported the highest Scope 1 emissions at approximately 50,703,000 kg CO2e, while its operations in the Dominican Republic contributed about 14,244,000 kg CO2e in Scope 1 emissions and 22,164,000 kg CO2e in Scope 2 emissions. Overall, Gildan's commitment to reducing its carbon footprint reflects its dedication to sustainability within the textiles and apparel sector, aiming for significant reductions in emissions across its operations globally.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 128,553,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 324,338,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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