Environmental Sustainability


A&E continues to lead the industry in the area of sustainability.

In the area of environmental sustainability, A&E’s ECO*DRIVEN mark is a symbol of A&E’s continued commitment to Environmental Sustainability, which is manifested through the ECO*DRIVEN program.

The ECO*DRIVEN Program consists of a series of tangible goals and guidelines called A&E’s TEN THREADS OF SUSTAINABILITY:

1.   Global Carbon Footprint
2.   Water Conservation and Recycling
3.   Energy Conservation
4.   Sustainable Packaging
5.   Recycling and Waste Reduction
6.   Sustainable Products
7.   Global EHS and Social Responsibility
8.   Supply Chain Sustainability
9.   Eco-Driven Product Stewardship
10. Eco-Driven Education and Involvement

To learn more about A&E’s Ten Threads of Sustainability click here to download the Ten Threads of Sustainability Brochure

A&E’s sustainability goals have been developed through consideration of the economic, social responsibility, and environmental aspects of the company’s global operations. To accomplish this:

A&E will continue to invest in innovative technologies to help reduce the environmental footprint of our operations, including our facilities and processes.

A&E will create products that minimize the impact on the environment

A&E will continue to conduct its global operations in such a manner as to ensure that all A&E associates around the world understand and adhere to the highest standards of conduct and provide our customers with consistent quality, service, and value throughout all markets.

New- Sustainability Update

To learn more about American & Efird’s sustainability progress, click here to download our Sustainability report.

Sustainability is intricately woven into the cultural fabric of American & Efird. Just as thread is constructed of strong, durable, quality materials, A&E’s EcoDriven program is spun of 10 Threads of Sustainability. These Threads sustain the earth through a multi-faceted and responsible approach to environmental stewardship.

American & Efird’s long-time commitment to sustainability includes meticulous and ongoing monitoring, measurement, analysis, and improvement of the Eco-Driven platform. In keeping with its Global Standards, A&E provides transparent reporting of these sustainability efforts. Examples of progress are highlighted in this Sustainability Update.

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OUR PROMISE

With 31 manufacturing centers and 76 distribution points in 41 countries, A&E delivers exact color, superior quality and the most innovative products right where they are needed.

SUSTAINABILITY: DOING WHAT'S RIGHT

A&E has set the highest level of sustainability compliance in the industry through our Eco-Driven initiatives. We are working with some of the world's largest retailers and brands to create the standards for all textile suppliers and retailers.

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