Progressing towards carbon neutrality by 2030
We are progressing towards carbon neutrality by 2030, achieving our Carbon Neutral target for Scope 1 and 2 emissions.
We are driving a more sustainable textile care industry — one that transforms the present while protecting the future. Through a strong corporate ESG framework, we continue advancing toward more efficient, transparent, and responsible management, strengthening our ESG performance across the across our entire organization.
What We Pursue
Reducing Scope 3 emissions by 20% by 2030
We are committed to reducing Scope 3 emissions by 20% by 2030, using 2023 as our baseline year
Increasing internal training in sustainability
We have dedicated more than 1,200 hours to internal training on sustainability, safety, and equality — strengthening our corporate ESG culture.
Sustainability Recognitions
Certified to the Highest International Standards
Girbau is ISO 14001 certified and registered with the European EMAS scheme, ensuring transparent environmental management and continuous improvement. Our EcoVadis rating places us among the top 4% of companies worldwide in sustainability and corporate ESG performance.
Our results
Progress Backed by Action — Not Just Words
–35 %
Reduction in indirect CO₂ emissions through efficiency and decarbonization measures
-6 %
Scope 3 emissions reduction achieved in 2024
-23%
Decrease in water consumption in 2024 compared to the previous year
85 %
Industrial waste recovered for recycling or reuse
32 %
Renewable energy self-generated at our main facility in Vic
100 %
Scope 2 emissions neutral by the end of 2024 thanks to renewable energy use
The Five Pillars of Our ESG Commitment
Decarbonization
As part of our corporate ESG strategy, we are advancing toward a cleaner, more efficient production model. We work closely with suppliers and logistics partners to achieve a 20% reduction in indirect emissions by 2030, moving decisively toward a responsible approach to textile care.
Water Management
We optimize consumption and promote reuse through solutions such as the Zero Water Platform, aiming to reduce our water footprint both in our own operations and in those of our customers. These improvements are detailed each year in our sustainability reports.
Circularity
We are committed to cutting virgin plastic use by 50% by 2040, replacing materials with recycled alternatives and implementing circular solutions across packaging and logistics. This is another step toward a laundry industry that is sustainable, resource-efficient, and environmentally responsible.
Energy and Efficiency
Today, 32% of the energy consumed at our production centers comes from on-site photovoltaic generation. We continue to expand the use of renewable energy as a core part of our climate strategy.
Environmental Governance
Our EMAS certification and EcoVadis rating demonstrate our commitment to transparency, responsible governance, and continuous improvement, reinforcing our pledge to a more ethical and sustainable industry.
Shared Values
We strive to create a positive impact on our business and on our customers’ businesses
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“Our vision was clear: to reduce water, energy and chemical consumption without compromising service quality. That’s why it was essential for us to choose a partner who shared this vision, and the entire Girbau team demonstrated sensitivity and expertise in this area from day one.”
Vanessa Rodriguez
Sustainability Manager at Port Aventura World
Our People-First Commitment
+1,200
Training hours in sustainability, safety, and equality to support team development
870
Professionals worldwide united by a culture that puts people at the center
2,500
Women and children at risk of exclusion empowered through textile impact projects by 2035
3
Employees with functional diversity per every 100-employee unit by 2030
A positive impact on society
Workplace Inclusion With TAC Osona
Girbau operates an on-site supported employment program in Vic that promotes the inclusion of people with functional diversity. TAC Osona currently employs 507 people with disabilities, including 146 placed in mainstream companies, and Girbau is proud to be one of the 16 companies in Osona where this model is implemented.
We operate under strong ethical compliance and governance principles. Our organization is guided by a Code of Conduct, a secure and confidential online Whistleblowing Channel, and a Compliance Officer responsible for ensuring transparency and upholding corporate integrity. These measures ensure responsible management aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals:
2026
The Board of Directors will identify and respond to any ESG-related non-compliance, establishing the necessary mechanisms by this date.
2030
100% of employees will be trained in diversity and inclusion, ensuring a safe, respectful, and equitable workplace.
2030
Ethical behavior will be reinforced across the organization through certified, externally verifiable compliance programs.
Our Governance Commitment
85 % Ethical Suppliers
Aligned with Girbau’s Supplier Code of Ethics.
Integrity and Respect
All decisions are guided by our Code of Conduct.
Ethical Culture
Ongoing training in transparency and ESG principles.
Trusted Channel
A secure and confidential online space for reporting concerns.
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