Esquel Group
A Strategy for Sustainability Esquel Group is a global textile and apparel manufacturer with a vertically integrated supply chain that straddles from cotton to retailing. In 1978, our founder Mr. Y. L. Yang planted the seed for a new kind of company – one that would redefine the way in which apparel companies operate. 42 years later, we continue to push the boundaries. Long an advocate for climate action and social inclusion, Esquel aspires to make a difference in the textile and apparel industry and contribute to the well-being of a wider community. To us, caring about sustainability is not about compliance nor for promotional purposes. Instead, it reflects our corporate vision and commitment. Our sustainability strategy focuses mainly on the four pillars of Planet, People, Product and Community.
PLANET
The reduction of environmental impact has always been our utmost priority. We are minimizing environmental impact along our vertical supply chain by taking every possible step. From cultivating cotton using sustainable techniques, using renewable energy sources and increasing material utilization in production, to launching self-developed carpool app and organizing green trade events in festive seasons, we believe every single effort counts.
PEOPLE
Our people are our greatest asset. We promote employees’ well-being by providing best-in-class working conditions to them. We help employees to excel to their full potential through continuous training and development opportunities. We groom people from within by offering a future in skill and career advancement.
PRODUCT
Substantial efforts are devoted into research & development for continuous improvement in product performance and production process. We drive innovative product solutions and are holding more than 1,200 patents as of 2018. Meanwhile we are striving to be a green player along the entire supply chain by minimizing our impact on the environment from seed to shirt.
COMMUNITY
We aim to thrive with the communities we operate in. Through the Esquel-Y. L. Yang Education Foundation founded in 2003, we are committed to devote in education, and facilitating and enhancing learning for children and teenagers. More than 8,000 students have been provided with free vision screening tests since 2012 and more than 1,300 students have been sponsored by the Hongzhi Students Program since 2011. Grounded by our core values and strengthened by our independence, our team of 55,000 multinational workforces across the globe work with leading brands such as Nike, Ralph Lauren, Tommy Hilfiger and Hugo Boss, manufacturing over 100 million pieces of garments annually. With an innovative mindset and sustainability principles weaved in our culture, we are set to continue Making a Difference. More information about sustainability at Esquel: Sustainability Update 2018
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Transforming Lives in the Textile and Apparel Industry – Esquel Group Advances the SDGs
