ENVIRONMENT

Reiss’ environmental policy sets out our goal to continuously improve the environmental performance and resource efficiency of the business. We are monitoring, reporting and taking steps to reduce the climate impact of our business activities in line with the Paris Climate Change Agreement. We also recognise the value of collaboration and participate in fashion industry environmental initiatives to learn from best practice and achieve our environmental goals.

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CLIMATE ACTIONS

Reiss has measured and reported its greenhouse gas emissions since 2019 and is introducing new business-wide ways to minimise emissions from our operations and products. Our 2022 Carbon Emissions data is available here.

Our commitments are to:

- Reduce greenhouse gas emissions to net zero by 2040.

- Embed decarbonisation into our decision-making.

- Monitor, measure and report our carbon emissions.

PARTNERSHIPS

Collective action and partnerships with key organisations are crucial for amplifying impact and driving systemic change on ESG issues – partnering with these organisations accelerates Reiss' progress on environmental, social, and governance issues.

Reiss has been a member of the Ethical Trading Initiative (ETI) since 2017, beginning at Foundation level and becoming a full member in 2019. The ETI is an alliance of companies, trade unions and NGOs that promote respect for workers’ rights around the globe.

In 2023, Reiss began a partnership with Next plc, adopting the Next plc Code of Practice as a framework for supply chain due diligence and benefitting from a wider network of in-country auditors, thereby significantly increasing our capacity to monitor labour conditions and identify issues of concern. Further information about our programme can be found in our Modern Slavery Statement and policies.

Reiss has partnered with Segura, a supply chain mapping software provider, to gain greater visibility into our entire operation. This enhanced traceability empowers us to meet our commitments regarding responsible sourcing and ethical production.

By publishing our tier 1 suppliers on Open Supply Hub, we're increasing transparency throughout our supply chain and demonstrating our commitment to open collaboration.

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RESPONSIBLE SOURCING

Reiss sets out clear targets and guidance to employees and manufacturers on the responsible sourcing of raw materials and works consistently to increase the take-up of lower impact raw materials. We have programmes and partnerships in place to reduce the impact of key materials including wool, cotton, viscose, polyester, polyamide, silk, cashmere and leather.

Our commitments are to:

- Source and manufacture our products responsibly, prioritising more sustainable, regenerative, certified and recycled materials.

- Collaborate with others towards zero discharge of hazardous chemicals in manufacturing supply chains.

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Reiss participates in following industry initiatives that contribute towards reducing the impact of raw materials:

Promotes better cotton farming practices.

Supports responsible leather production and sourcing.

Provides solutions that protect forests, the climate and indigenous people impacted by the production of forestry sourced materials including paper, card and viscose.

Provides certification and assurance on the responsible sourcing of wool.

Provides certification and assurance for recycled materials.

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SUPPLY CHAIN VISIBILITY

Reiss is in the process of mapping and publishing our product supply chains. Tier 1 manufacturing facilities are listed on Open Supply Hub, an accessible, collaborative platform used by all industry sectors. We continue to map our Tier 2 sites, which include dye-houses, laundries and tanneries.

Our commitment is to:

- Increase the visibility of our supply chains over time, from manufacturing through to raw materials sources.

WASTE AND CIRCULARITY

Reiss’ policy is to manage and reduce the waste generated from our business operations according to the principles of reduction, re-use, and recycling. We are taking steps towards a more circular economy in our approach to packaging, store refurbishment, retail operations and product. A cornerstone of circularity is durability. Reiss products are designed for enduring style, longevity and resilience.

Our commitments are to:

- Continuously review our packaging to improve resource efficiency.

- Support a shift towards a more circular economy, promoting materials and product longevity through design, manufacture and circular services.

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