Unifi, the world’s number one brand of recycled performance fibers, has just released its sustainability report 2021. The COVID-19 pandemic brought unprecedented circumstances. During this period, however, Unifi was able to stay on target with our sustainability journey and enhance its investment in the cause through the dedication and commitment of people. Over the last year, the company had invested in innovation that prioritized reducing our environmental impact and took steps to formalize its approach to sustainability.
The highlights of the report include:
• 6 out of 7 Unifi facilities have become Zero Waste facilities
• Four Unifi drivers were recognized with individual safety awards in 2021
• Significant reduction in the emission of greenhouse gases
• Significant reduction in wastewater
• Unifi was honored as the 2021 Diversity Champion
The REPREVE Textile Takeback program was designed to reduce waste generated in fabric production or at the garment’s end of life. The company’s recycled polyester fiber (Repreve) had only two brands on board when it started in 2007. However, in 2021, it has more than 1,000 brands, showing the global interest of popular brands towards sustainability and Unifi’s technology.
Eddie Ingle, Chief Executive Officer, Unifi, said, “As a global leader in textile solutions, we have a responsibility to be a vocal and engaged participant in the pursuit of a better future for people and our planet. I am proud of the significant progress we have made over the last year, including taking further steps towards our goal of recycling 30 billion bottles from landfills in 2022. Through strategic innovation in our processes and the inherent ingenuity of our people, we will continue making progress towards our vision of working today for the good of tomorrow.”
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