Leading the Way: SW Sustainability Solutions’ 2024 Sustainability Report

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04.08.2025

Leading the Way: SW Sustainability Solutions’ 2024 Sustainability Report

At SW Sustainability Solutions, we believe that sustainability is not just a goal—it’s a responsibility.
Our newly released 2024 Sustainability Report highlights our continued commitment to creating high-performance
hand protection solutions while reducing environmental impact, fostering social responsibility, and upholding the
highest ethical standards. SW Sustainability Solutions Inc. actively contributes to nine United Nations Sustainable
Development Goals (UN SDGs).

Driving Change with Purpose

Our Sustainability Roadmap for 2030 outlines ambitious goals in environmental stewardship, employee well-being,
responsible sourcing, and product innovation. This year’s report showcases our progress in comparison to year 2023, including:

  • 40% reduction in Scope 1 & 2 emissions and a 58% reduction in Scope 3 emissions.
  • Expansion of our zero-waste-to-landfill initiative across manufacturing facilities.
  • Development of energy-efficient, biobased, low-chemical and emissions-minimum gloves to minimize environmental impact.
  • Increased sustainability training and assessments for employees and more opportunities toward balanced diversity within the organization structure, with 40% more Women managerial opportunity.
  • Adopt sustainable procurement policies and sourcing practices while developing policies for stronger and transparent governance and information security.

Innovation for a Greener Future

SW’s commitment to sustainability extends beyond our operations. Our focus on eco-friendly products and solution development has led to innovations like:

  • Biobased materials that reduce reliance on synthetic resources.
  • Energy-efficient glove production through proprietary technology.
  • Gloves with no toxic emissions during incineration.
  • Customer educating tools to help identify the most suitable product with required performance to minimize waste caused by premature glove replacements and ensure longer-lasting, more effective protection through the “Safe Hand Guide.”

Recognized for Sustainability Excellence

We’re proud to have earned accolades for our sustainability leadership, including:

Organizational Commitment Toward Environmental Performance, Energy and Emissions

Optimizing resource use, minimizing waste generation, and enhancing recycling efforts,
lowered its overall consumption while implementing sustainable manufacturing practices through
‘Water Consumption & Management’, ‘Energy & Emissions’, and ‘Waste & Effluent Management’.

Our Commitment to People and Communities

Beyond sustainability, we continue to invest in our employees and the communities we serve:

  • 100% of employees receive healthcare coverage and workplace safety training, along with support to employee families through the “Academic Improvement Scholarship Program” for their children.
  • Overseas team-building engagements to celebrate our employees’ dedication.
  • Ongoing supplier sustainability assessments to ensure responsible sourcing.
  • Support for the wider community through “Feeding America” charity work, and engagement through “Helping Hand Programs” at moments of need such as the “Hurricane Helene Relief” program with essential glove supply for recovery work.

Join Us in Creating a More Sustainable Future

Sustainability is a journey we take together—with our customers, employees, and industry partners.
As we push forward with new innovations and ambitious goals, we invite you to read our full 2024 Sustainability Report to see how SW is making a difference.

Download the Report

Download the report here: https://swssglobal.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Sustainability-Report-2024.pdf

About SW Sustainability Solutions

At SW, we are committed to leading the glove industry in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices. Our innovative EcoTek® technology exemplifies our dedication to sustainable solutions, while our expertise in sweat management ensures comfort and performance. We also offer specialized chemical compatibility support, assisting customers in selecting gloves tailored to their unique needs. Our mission is to provide products that prioritize safety, health, and environmental responsibility for our customers and the planet.