Moncler Sustainability Profile

Moncler shows a mixed sustainability picture. Independent ratings say it has made some progress on climate and materials, but it still falls short on worker rights and animal welfare. Good On You rates it “It’s a start” overall, with stronger marks for planet issues than for people or animals. Press coverage also says the group has topped the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices in its sector and earned a top MSCI ESG rating. Moncler says it reports yearly on sustainability and has a plan running to 2025, with goals on climate action, circular economy, fair sourcing, diversity, and community support.

Positive Sentiment Found
Public sustainability coverage is fairly positive on Moncler’s climate and reporting work. WWD reported that Moncler Group topped the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices World and Europe for the sixth year in a row in its sector and also received the highest AAA rating from MSCI ESG Ratings for the second year in a row. Good On You gives the brand a stronger Planet score of 4 out of 5, saying it uses some lower-impact materials, recycles textile offcuts, and has science-based emissions targets. The same source also notes that Moncler has some recycled down and does not appear to use fur, angora, or exotic animal skin. These signals suggest the brand is seen as stronger on environmental management than on social issues.

Common Criticisms:
The main criticism is that Moncler still scores poorly on people and animals. Good On You rates the brand 2 out of 5 for People and 2 out of 5 for Animals, and says it is not taking adequate steps to ensure a living wage for workers. It also says little of the supply chain is certified by key labour standards, there is no evidence of strong diversity and inclusion action in the supply chain, and there is no evidence workers are paid living wages. On animals, Good On You says Moncler has only a general statement about reducing animal suffering, not a formal animal welfare policy. It also notes the brand appears to use leather, wool, and exotic animal hair. The same source gives Moncler a low 11-20 percent score in the 2022 Fashion Transparency Index, which points to limited public disclosure.