MAC Mode GmbH & Co. KGaA
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2021, 2022)
Reporting Period: 2021
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Sustainable Materials
- Chemical Management
- Supply Chain Management
- Innovation in Product Manufacturing
- Circular Economy
- Protection of the Environment and Climate
- Water Consumption & Wastewater
- Packaging
- Safe Work and Workplace
- Employees and Employee Development
- Social Commitment
Environmental Achievements
- Development of an energy concept for headquarters in Roßbach, Wald, including a photovoltaic system installation planned for 2022.
- Increased number of electric charging points at headquarters to 17.
- 93% of all items fulfilled at least two sustainability aspects in 2021.
- Change from conventional nylon to ECONYL® regenerated nylon: 40% of items containing nylon are produced using ECONYL®.
- 81% of accessories are sustainable.
Social Achievements
- Introduction of (e-)bike leasing for employees.
- Continuation of flexible working models and establishment of co-working spaces.
- Regular donations to charitable organizations (Leukämiehilfe Ostbayern, Regensburg Center for Rare Diseases, LichtBlick Seniorenhilfe e.V., Sauti Kuu Foundation).
- Fundraising campaign for LichtBlick Seniorenhilfe e.V.
Governance Achievements
- Launch and establishment of risk and compliance management system in accordance with the German government’s Green Button certification label.
- Development of a MAC Restricted Substances List (RSL) in collaboration with German Fashion.
Climate Goals & Targets
Medium-term Goals:
- By 2030, 50% of products to meet MAC criteria for circular economy.
Short-term Goals:
- Increase the share of sustainable materials to 90% by 2023.
- 85% of suppliers to use the EIM score by the end of 2022.
- Make the MAC RSL mandatory for all producers by the end of 2022.
Environmental Challenges
- Availability of organic cotton on the global market.
- Ensuring fair working conditions within complex supply chains.
- Full textile recycling limitations.
- Minimizing packaging while ensuring product protection.
Mitigation Strategies
- Using BCI cotton, certified organic cotton, and recycled cotton.
- Regular supplier audits by organizations like amfori BSCI or SA8000.
- Development of trousers made from recycled jeans.
- Drastically reduced use of poly mailers for shipping to retailers.
- Exploring alternatives for unavoidable packaging.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Regular audits by organizations like amfori BSCI or SA8000.
Responsible Procurement
- MAC Code of Conduct
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- 3
- 6
- 7
- 8
- 9
- 12
- 13
- 17
MAC supports all 17 SDGs, with particular focus on Goals 3, 6, 7, 8, 9, 12, 13, and 17.
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Trousers made from recycled jeans
- Compostable trousers
Awards & Recognition
- TOP MARKE award for women’s trousers (2020)
Reporting Period: 2022
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Sustainable materials
- Chemical management
- Recyclability
- Climate protection (GHG)
- Resources
- Biodiversity
- Occupational safety and compliance
- Employees and employee development
- Social commitment
Environmental Achievements
- Annual CO2 savings of up to 110 tonnes through photovoltaic system
- 30,000 transportation boxes saved through dropshipping
- 70% of vehicle fleet is electric or hybrid
- Reduced water consumption at the site Wald/Roßbach and in the production facilities through innovative technologies and natural dyeing processes
- Reduced use of paper and packaging materials
Social Achievements
- Launched "FIT FOR MAC" employee well-being program
- 92% of suppliers audited (amfori BSCI, Sedex, SA8000)
- Annual donations to social projects (monetary and in kind)
- Support for LichtBlick Seniorenhilfe e. V. and Sauti Kuu Foundation
Governance Achievements
- Implementation of the MAC Code of Conduct
- Compliance guidelines project launched
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Protecting resources instead of using them by 2030 (no virgin cotton, use of regenerative fibres, expansion of recycling)
Medium-term Goals:
- Climate neutrality at headquarters in Wald/Roßbach
Short-term Goals:
- Achieve transparency regarding the EIM score of all trousers and for as many of its trousers as possible to achieve a “green” score by 2024
- Implement MAC RSL by 2024
Environmental Challenges
- Availability of organic cotton on the global market
- Technical complexity and quality of recycled fibre in full textile recycling
- Reducing chemical use in denim production and finishing
- Minimising packaging while ensuring product protection
Mitigation Strategies
- Using 100% sustainable cotton (Better Cotton™, organic cotton, recycled cotton)
- Developing innovative production methods (laser and ozone technologies, eco dye)
- Developing circular product principles and the "Circular Nettle" project
- Minimising packaging through process optimisation and reduced returns rate, using paper packaging
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: 92% of suppliers audited
Responsible Procurement
- MAC Code of Conduct
- amfori BSCI, SA8000, Sedex audits
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- 3
- 6
- 7
- 8
- 9
- 12
- 13
- 17
MAC supports all 17 SDGs, with particular focus on Goals 3, 6, 7, 8, 9, 12, 13, and 17
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- "Circular Nettle" jeans
Awards & Recognition
- TW Top Brand for women’s trousers
- European Green Award
- Business in Bloom
- KATAG Sustainability Award
- German Award for Sustainability Projects