Apparel industry redefines sustainability: From climate action to community impact

SRI Lanka's apparel sector continues to establish itself as a global benchmark for sustainability, with leading manufacturers Brandix, Teejay Lanka, Hirdaramani, Hayleys Fabric and MAS Holdings publishing their latest reports that showcase progress across climate action, circularity, ethical practices, and community empowerment.

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Climate action and net zero leadership

From Net Zero certified factories to science-based targets, Sri Lanka's manufacturers are at the forefront of climate ambition. Brandix has cut emissions by 84% and achieved Net Zero certification across five facilities, while Hirdaramani became the country's first company to secure SBTi approval for Net Zero targets. MAS Holdings reported a 24.04% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions from a 2019 baseline and that 39% of the company's energy came from renewable sources, while Teejay Lanka has steadily expanded its renewable energy footprint to 14% of total consumption. As Hayleys Fabric PLC notes in it's the GreenCatalyst - ESG Roadmap 2030, "Our journey is not just about mitigating impact, but about becoming a catalyst for positive change across the value chain. "Brandix aim to become Net Zero across all its global locations by 2030, and is the first Sri Lankan apparel manufacturer to declare such a target.

Circular economy and resource efficiency