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updated 18 days ago

Gildan Apparel USA Inc. Sustainability Profile

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Gildan Apparel USA Inc., a leading player in the apparel industry, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America, Central America, and the Caribbean. Founded in 1984, Gildan has established itself as a prominent manufacturer of high-quality activewear and socks, catering to both the wholesale and retail markets. The company is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and ethical manufacturing practices, setting it apart in a competitive landscape. Gildan's core product offerings include t-shirts, sweatshirts, and hosiery, all crafted with a focus on durability and comfort. With a strong market position, Gildan has achieved significant milestones, including recognition for its environmental initiatives and a robust supply chain. As a trusted name in the apparel sector, Gildan continues to innovate while maintaining its dedication to quality and responsible production.

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58

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Textile Manufacturing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

15

Industry Benchmark

Gildan Apparel USA Inc.'s score of 58 is higher than 83% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Gildan Apparel USA Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Gildan Activewear Inc.

Gildan Apparel USA Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The company is a current subsidiary of Gildan Activewear Inc., which may influence its climate commitments and emissions reporting. As of now, Gildan Apparel USA Inc. has not outlined any specific reduction targets or initiatives related to carbon emissions. The absence of documented reduction initiatives or commitments suggests that the company may still be in the process of developing its climate strategy. Given the lack of direct emissions data and reduction targets, it is important to note that Gildan Apparel USA Inc. may be aligned with broader corporate sustainability efforts initiated by its parent company, Gildan Activewear Inc. However, without specific figures or commitments, the details of these initiatives remain unclear. In summary, Gildan Apparel USA Inc. has not publicly disclosed its carbon emissions or specific climate commitments, and any relevant data may be inherited from Gildan Activewear Inc. as part of their corporate family relationship.

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Scope 1
96,052,000
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000,000,000
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Scope 2
446,439,000
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000,000,000
000,000,000
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000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 3
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00,000,000
00,000,000
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0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Gildan Apparel USA Inc.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Gildan Apparel USA Inc.'s primary industry is Textiles (17), which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Gildan Apparel USA Inc.'s Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Gildan Apparel USA Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Gildan Apparel USA Inc.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Gildan Apparel USA Inc.'s Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 3% last year and increased significantly since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 78% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 77% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
77%
Waste Generated in Operations
26%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
7%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
5%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
4%
Employee Commuting
4%
Capital Goods
2%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
1%
Business Travel
<1%

Gildan Apparel USA Inc.'s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Gildan Apparel USA Inc. has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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