H&M

H&M, also known as Hennes & Mauritz, is a multinational clothing-retail company known for its fast-fashion clothing for men, women, teenagers, and children. Founded in 1947 in Sweden, H&M has grown to become one of the largest global fashion retailers, with thousands of stores worldwide.

Sustainability at H&M

H&M has made significant strides in sustainability, aiming to lead the change towards a more sustainable fashion future. The company has set ambitious goals, such as becoming climate positive by 2040 and using 100% recycled or other sustainably sourced materials by 2030. H&M publishes an annual Sustainability Report, which details their progress and initiatives in areas such as circular fashion, water conservation, and fair wages.

• H&M is a member of the Sustainable Apparel Coalition and uses the Higg Index to measure its sustainability performance.
• The company has launched several initiatives, including the H&M Conscious Collection, which features clothing made from sustainable materials.
• H&M has partnered with organizations like WWF to improve water management in their supply chain.
• They have also implemented a garment collecting program, encouraging customers to recycle their old clothes.

Despite these efforts, H&M has faced criticism regarding the environmental impact of fast fashion and labor practices in its supply chain. The company continues to work on addressing these challenges and improving its sustainability practices.