Summary
Levi's demonstrates a strong commitment to sustainability through various initiatives and certifications. While the brand excels in areas like transparency, sustainable material sourcing, and energy efficiency, there are notable areas for improvement, particularly in ethical labor practices and comprehensive animal welfare policies. Continued efforts and enhanced transparency in these areas will further solidify Levi's position as a leader in sustainable fashion.
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Levi's demonstrates strong transparency by publishing detailed sustainability reports and maintaining an interactive supplier map covering 99.5% of Tier 1 factories. However, some third-party assessments suggest room for improvement in supply chain transparency.
Levi's holds several certifications, including SBTi-validated climate targets and participation in the UN Global Compact. However, the absence of B Corp certification and some gaps in product certifications indicate areas for enhancement.
Levi's sources 96% of its cotton from certified sustainable sources and has increased Leather Working Group-rated suppliers from 35% in 2021 to 60% in 2022. Despite these efforts, the brand's overall sustainability rating suggests there is still room for improvement.
Levi's has reduced Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 77% from the 2016 baseline and achieved 90% renewable electricity in its owned and operated facilities. These efforts demonstrate a strong commitment to energy efficiency and renewable energy adoption.
Levi's has set SBTi-validated net-zero targets by 2050 and reduced Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 77% from the 2016 baseline. However, total 2023 emissions were approximately 3.7 million tCO2e, indicating ongoing challenges in reducing overall carbon footprint.
Levi's promotes product longevity through campaigns like Buy Better, Wear Longer and services like the Tailor Shop and SecondHand program. These initiatives encourage consumers to extend the life of their products, supporting circularity.
Levi's Water<Less® technology has saved 4.2 billion liters of water since 2011. However, the company admitted to missing its 2025 water-stressed area target, achieving only a 27% reduction against a 50% goal.
Levi's has implemented initiatives like the Buy Better, Wear Longer campaign and the SecondHand program to promote product longevity and reduce waste. However, specific data on waste reduction and sustainable packaging efforts are limited.
Levi's sources leather from Leather Working Group-rated suppliers and aims for zero deforestation across high-risk materials by 2025. However, comprehensive policies on animal welfare and cruelty-free practices are not extensively detailed.
Levi's has implemented the Worker Well-being initiative and maintains a Code of Conduct. However, the absence of a living wage commitment and sourcing from countries with low wages indicate areas needing improvement.