bluesign Reports 2024 Progress in Textile Sustainability
bluesign, a global benchmark in sustainable textile production, has released its 2024 System Impact Report, offering a data-rich overview of the tangible progress made by its expansive network of over 900 system partners—ranging from chemical suppliers to brands and manufacturers. The report underscores how a system-wide, continuous improvement approach can significantly reduce environmental and chemical risks at scale.
bluesign functions as an independent third-party verifier and sustainability partner, supporting companies in eliminating harmful substances, cutting emissions, and increasing resilience. Its science-backed standards and digital tools help supply chain partners navigate evolving regulations and realize genuine environmental gains.
Key System-Wide Environmental Improvements in 2024:
For the fifth year in a row, bluesign System Partner manufacturers achieved reductions in:
- CO₂ intensity
- Energy consumption
- Freshwater usage
This success also coincided with increased use of renewable energy and bluesign® APPROVED chemicals.
bluesign Textile Manufacturing System Partner companies’ Aggregated Environmental Performance, 2024 vs 2019
On-Site Assessments Driving Accountability
In 2024, bluesign conducted over 150 on-site assessments at manufacturing sites. Each visit generated a tailored impact report, offering environmental performance benchmarks and a sustainability roadmap. Ongoing certification requires partners to demonstrate continuous improvement, reinforcing accountability.
Supporting Brands with Primary Data
bluesign collaborates with brand partners to enhance supply chain transparency, due diligence, and compliance. Through annual Supply Chain Impact Reports, brands access detailed data on the environmental footprint of their certified suppliers—tracking emissions, energy, chemicals, and waste.
In 2024, 50% of reassessed brands improved their sustainability performance, highlighting the effectiveness of bluesign’s support system.
CEO Statement:
“This report is not just about bluesign – it’s about what’s possible when the industry aligns,” said Daniel Rüfenacht, CEO of bluesign.
“With more than 900 system partners, we’ve built a framework that empowers brands, manufacturers, and chemical suppliers to deliver real results.
In 2024 alone, our partners achieved intensity reductions in CO₂ emissions by 17%, energy consumption by 14%, and water use by 8%.
These are robust outcomes based on primary data, not just pledges. The report demonstrates that with the right tools, standards, and accountability, sustainability in fashion is both scalable and achievable—without sacrificing performance, safety, or style.”
The full report is available online at:
🔗 bluesign System Impact Report 2024