Hanesbrands Earns Energy Star Partner of the Year Award

April 02, 2010

Hanesbrands Inc., Winston-Salem, N.C., recently received an Energy Star 2010 Partner of the Year award from the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

The company received the award because of its accomplishments in strategic energy management, including the goals of increasing renewable energy usage to 30% of all energy used; reducing carbon dioxide emissions by 15%; and exceeding its goal of reducing water usage by 10%.

"Working in partnership with Energy Star to manage our energy use is good business," says Richard Noll, chairman and CEO, Hanesbands. "Using sustainable practices and conserving natural resources to help mitigate our environmental footprint and to reduce costs are strategic ways we are creating business value."

Moving forward, Hanesbrands also is focused on responsible manufacturing, introduction of more eco-friendly products and a reduction of packaging waste. The company is a member of the U.S Green Building Council and pursues certification of new buildings under the council's Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED), where feasible.

In fact, in 2009, Hanesbrands reduced its carbon dioxide emissions from its transportation and logistics operations by 41%. It also operates three LEED-certified facilities, inculding a 1.3 million-square-foot distribution center in Perris, Calif., according to the company.

Hanesbrands also has begun to incorporate EcoSmart recycled polyester and recovered cotton waste fiber into select fleece and sock products under the Hanes brand.

The company also recently launched its new corporate social responsibility Web site, which details its programs and commitments to environmental and social responsibility. This includes programs that cultivate a culture of integrity by providing safe and rewarding workplaces, assuring product safety for consumers and supporting local communities, according to Hanesbrands.

For more information, visit HanesbrandsCSR.com. — J.L.



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