Levi’s Sustainability Commitments
2050
Reach net-zero emissions
Levi’s has committed to net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050. Net-zero means cutting emissions as much as possible and balancing the rest in other ways. The company says this target covers its full supply chain, not just its own offices and stores. Independent coverage says the goal was approved by the Science Based Targets initiative, which checks whether climate targets match climate science.
2030
Cut supply chain emissions
Levi’s says it plans to reduce absolute Scope 3 emissions by 42% by 2030 from a 2022 baseline. Scope 3 means emissions from the wider supply chain, such as raw materials, factories, and transport. This is one of the hardest parts of a fashion company’s climate footprint because most emissions happen outside its own operations.
2025
Cut direct emissions by 90%
Levi’s says it aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 90% by 2025 from a 2016 baseline. Scope 1 means direct emissions from things the company owns or controls, while Scope 2 means emissions from purchased electricity. The company also says it wants all company-operated facilities to use 100% renewable electricity by 2025.
2025
Reduce water use in stressed areas
Levi’s says it plans to cut freshwater use in manufacturing by 50% in high-water-stress regions by 2025 from a 2018 baseline. High-water-stress areas are places where water is already scarce or under pressure. The company says this target is part of its wider water stewardship work and is important because denim production can use a lot of water.
2026
Expand safer chemistry
Levi’s says it wants all strategic finishing facilities and fabric mills to use 100% approved Screened Chemistry processes by 2026. Screened Chemistry is a company program for choosing safer chemicals in denim production. The goal is meant to reduce harmful chemical use in the supply chain and protect water systems.
2030
Stop coal use in suppliers
Levi’s has said suppliers should stop using coal by 2030 under its low-carbon fuel transition policy. This is a supply-chain commitment because many emissions come from factory energy use. The company says it is helping suppliers with advice, audits, and financing so they can make the switch.
