Gildan Included on the Dow Jones Sustainability Index
This marks the 11th consecutive year Gildan has been included.
Gildan Activewear announces it has been included on the Dow Jones Sustainability North America Index (DJSI North America) for its ongoing efforts towards ESG initiatives. This marks the 11th consecutive year the company has been included on the Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI).
Gildan achieved the fifth-highest corporate sustainability assessment score in the textiles, apparel, and luxury goods industry, placing the company in the 98th percentile within its sector. This year, 190 companies were assessed in the textiles, apparel, and luxury goods industry.
“Gildan’s continued inclusion on the DJSI underscores our commitment to sustainability and highlights the ongoing efforts of our employees across our business,” says Peter Iliopoulos, senior vice-president of taxation, sustainability, and governmental affairs at Gildan. “This recognition reflects our commitment to our Next Generation ESG strategy, which aims to create long-term value for our stakeholders and contribute to the well-being of our planet.”
The DJSI surveys companies from each industry and identifies sustainability leaders through the corporate sustainability assessment. It represents the top 20% of the largest 600 North American companies in the S&P Global Broad Market Index based on long-term economic, environmental, and social criteria.
More information on Gildan’s ESG approach can be found here.
