Kering has become the first fashion company to adopt science-based targets for nature, a significant step in the effort to preserve biodiversity. The announcement, made during the UN biodiversity conference in Colombia, follows a year-long pilot with 17 global companies. Along with GSK and Holcim, Kering has committed to meeting its nature-based targets and publicly
The adoption of these targets by Kering is a crucial milestone in the fashion industry’s journey toward greater environmental responsibility. The company is committed to ensuring its operations and supply chain align with these targets, encompassing a wide range of environmental factors like soil health, water pollution, and ecosystem conservation. By engaging with local communities and adhering to principles such as Free and Prior Informed Consent; a human rights principle recognizing the right of Indigenous peoples to approve or deny consenting to projects that could affect their lands or rights, Kering is setting a positive example for others in the industry. This commitment highlights the growing importance of integrating biodiversity considerations into corporate sustainability strategies.
