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 2023, Gildan Activewear Inc., headquartered in Canada, reported significant greenhouse gas emissions, totalling approximately 2,525,000 kg CO2e across all scopes. This includes about 102,244,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 422,824,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a substantial 2,187,084,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Gildan has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 30% by 2030, using 2018 as the base year. Additionally, the company targets a 13.5% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions by 2030, with 2019 as the baseline year. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to contribute to global efforts to limit temperature rise to well below 2°C. The company’s emissions intensity for Scope 1 and 2 was reported at approximately 1.7 kg CO2e per kg of production in 2020, indicating a focus on improving operational efficiency and sustainability. Gildan's commitment to reducing its carbon footprint reflects its dedication to environmental stewardship within the textiles and apparel sector.
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Add to project| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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