SUGGESTIONS
Where we stand today*
Throughout the year, customers can find RESPONSIBLE styles within our collections. We continually strive to expand our innovative offerings while embracing the signature design ethos of BOSS and HUGO.
Products
- 86% of our cotton comes from more sustainable sources
- 59% of our leather comes from tanneries that comply with our sustainability standards
- 15% of our product range consists of RESPONSIBLE styles
People & Society
- 96% of our products come from finished goods suppliers who are rated in one of the top two levels in social audits
- 100% of our active suppliers are trained in social responsibility and chemical management
- 1,489 women have been supported in their return to work since the start of the “Open Doors for Women” program in Izmir
Environment
- 24% reduction of total CO₂ emissions in comparison to 2019
- 21% reduction of our own water consumption in comparison to 2019
- 50% of transport packaging used in the dispatch of goods was reused
Looking toward the future
We have set ourselves clear and ambitious goals to reduce our impact on the environment and live up to our social responsibility
Products
- 100% sustainably sourced cotton by 2025
- At least 30% of our product offer will consist of RESPONSIBLE styles by 2025
- 100% of leather comes from tanneries that comply with our sustainability standards by 2025
People & Society
- 100% of our products come from finished goods suppliers who are rated in one of the top two levels in social audits by 2025
- 75% employee satisfaction rating according the the Great Place to Work® survey by 2025
- 1,400 school children to receive scholarships from the HUGO BOSS Education Association (Izmir) by 2025
Environment
- At least 51% reduction in CO₂ emissions within our own area of responsibility (Scope 1 & 2) in comparing 2018 to 2030
- 30% reduction in CO₂ emissions mainly from transport, production and raw material extraction (Scope 3) in comparing 2018 to 2030
- 40% reduction of our own water consumption proportionate to our turnover by 2025 (in comparison to 2016)
A long-standing commitment
We want to increase the amount of RESPONSIBLE styles in our collections and continue to offer innovative and more sustainable solutions. We want to reduce our ecological footprint by using climate-friendly processes. We not only want to use a larger proportion of more sustainable materials, but also want to continue our longstanding commitment to ethical action, social initiatives and animal welfare.
Animal Welfare
Our materials are selected according to strict criteria, and we follow recognised standards for animal welfare. We only use leather from sheep, goats, cattle and buffalo that are by-products of the food industry. Additionally, we only use downs that are obtained without live-plucking or forced-feeding, and we do not use angora wool.
Responsible chemical management
Together with our suppliers, we ensure that our products are free from dangerous chemicals
Environmental protection
We are improving our environmental footprint with environmentally and climate-friendly processes. Energy from renewable energies, sustainable architecture, and considerate handling of resources are just some of the measures we are undertaking to achieve this goal.
Our journey
Where we started, and where we are going
HUGO BOSS is on a journey towards a more sustainable future. Learn more about how we started and continue to evolve our RESPONSIBLE styles each season.
The following timeline only includes our featured topics within our collections.
Spring/Summer 2021 / Pre-Fall 2021
- Continuation of BOSS The Journey campaign, featuring styles crafted from natural fibres (cotton, linen, hemp and wool)
Fall/Winter 2020
- Launch of BOSS The Journey campaign
Spring/Summer 2020
- Launch of BOSS Womenswear Traceable Wool Capsule
- Continuation of BOSS Menswear Traceable Wool Capsule
- PETA-approved vegan suit from BOSS Menswear
Pre-Spring 2020
- BOSS Menswear Plastic-Free Capsule (a circular design approach)
- Continuation of Olivenleder® styles - environmentally-friendly leather tanning
Fall/Winter 2019
- BOSS Menswear Traceable Wool Capsule
- HUGO & BOSS Olivenleder® Capsule - environmentally-friendly leather tanning
- Launch of BOSS Womenswear Piñatex® Sneakers
Pre-Fall 2018
- BOSS Menswear Piñatex® Sneakers
