Goals and progress
Environment | Our program in action
We have initiatives around the world focused on improving environmental stewardship.
A response in Lesotho
When news reports raised questions about the environmental safety of our contracted factories in Lesotho, we took immediate steps to investigate and address the situation. A year later, here’s what we’ve learned – and what we’re doing to ensure ongoing progress.
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Climate leaders
We’re taking action on climate change now. As participants in the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Climate Leaders program, we’ve met our goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
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Changing lights at our DCs
Changing to energy-efficient light bulbs is saving Gap Inc. 26 million kilowatt-hours and more than $2 million annually.
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Solar energy
In support of cleaner fuel alternatives, we installed a one-megawatt solar power system at our West Coast distribution center campus in California.
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Green product design
Earth-friendly fashion won’t happen overnight, but it will happen, says Banana Republic’s VP for Design. She’s excited by the possibilities — and determined to create clothes that are not just sustainable, but also chic and reasonably priced.
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Sustainable store design
Our stores express who we are as a company. We’re sharing ideas across Gap Inc. to ensure that the design of our future stores helps meet our sustainability goals.
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Clean water program
We’re requiring special treatment of water used to launder Gap, Banana Republic, and Old Navy denim to ensure that it’s clean and safe when it leaves the denim laundry.
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Mills sustainability
Fabric mills have an impact on the environment. We’re working to improve environmental practices at the mills that make the fabric for our clothes.
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Environmental Council
Our Environmental Council brings together executives and managers from across Gap Inc. who pool their talent and leadership skills to create positive environmental change for the company.
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BICEP
When it comes to addressing climate change, policy matters. So does collaboration. In 2009, we joined BICEP, a coalition that focuses on passing meaningful legislation on energy and climate change.
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