U.S.-based VF Corporation (NYSE: VFC), a global leader in lifestyle apparel, footwear and accessories, has released its fiscal year (FY) 2025 Environmental and Social Responsibility (E&SR) report. The publication describes the company’s progress towards its environmental and social objectives and celebrates significant milestones.
“At VF, we are committed to conducting our business responsibly and strive to have a positive impact on the people, communities and environment we all share,” said Bracken Darrell, President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of VF. “We understand environmental and social responsibility as an ongoing journey that requires listening, learning and adapting. Our newly published report reflects this approach. It provides transparent insight into how we support people and the planet in our global business operations.”
Particularly highlighted this year is the progress of our Worker & Community Development (WCD) program. This has improved the lives of over a million people – a milestone we have already achieved ahead of our fiscal year 2026 target. Since its launch in 2017, the WCD program has focused on promoting the well-being of workers and their communities through tailored projects that respond to real-world needs.
Beyond the WCD, the report shows our progress in other areas, including integrating sustainable materials into our supply chain, waste reduction and traceability. The report highlights that VF met its recycled polyester target ahead of schedule – a pleasing achievement. Our brands are also exploring new ways to extend product life and reduce waste. Initiatives like The North Face® Renewed Program, Timberland® Timberloop™ Program and Smartwool® Second Cut™ Program have helped divert thousands of products from landfills. At the same time, there is our “Naked Delivery” program, which removes polybags before products are shipped to customers. This meant that 27,000 tonnes of single-use plastic could be avoided in the 2025 financial year alone.
In fiscal year 2025, we traced 61 percent of our volume of key materials across five tiers of the supply chain. This helps us better understand procurement risks and opportunities. We also continued to source materials from producers who use regenerative farming methods. In fiscal year 2024, VF brands sourced over 5,000 tons of renewable wool, leather, natural rubber and cotton from these producers.
The E&SR report for fiscal year 2025 shows the progress we have made. At the same time, we know that there is still a lot to do. We invite you to read the full report and learn more about the people, partnerships and progress behind the numbers.
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