The challenge of unhitching high fashion from high carbon emissions
SUSTAINABILITY STRATEGIES
HERMÈS
The challenge of unhitching high fashion from high carbon emissions
Hermès, a French luxury house that produces silk scarves, clothing, perfumes, watches and jewellery, last outlined its sustainability progress in its 2024 Annual Report.
It says it ensures that all its products are“ responsibly manufactured, using sustainable materials, with a frugal use of materials, an approach based on craftsmanship and by applying the principles of the circular economy in its production approach as much as possible”.
The company also outlines how it is working to reduce the carbon footprint of its activities, contributing to the transformation of its supply chain practices and favouring less emitting practices in its direct operations.
In terms of its products and services, it says:“ Sustainability, the quality of the raw materials used and the quality of the savoir‐faire are intrinsic characteristics of Hermès’ products.”
Axel Dumas, CEO, says:“ Hermès places responsibility and sustainability in all its actions and creations. Each métier applies the principles of eco-design to optimise the use of materials so as to reduce waste, promote reuse and recycling, and be part of a circular economy approach.”
“Hermès places responsibility and sustainability in all its actions and creations. Each métier applies the principles of eco-design to optimise the use of materials”
Axel Dumas, CEO, Hermès Group
198 September 2025