PUMA achieves highest ranking in materials strategy evaluation
- PUMA was ranked in the highest 'Leading' tier of the Material Change Index by Textile Exchange in 2024.
- The company aims to make 9 out of 10 products with preferred fibres or certified sources by 2025.
- This achievement highlights PUMA's commitment to enhancing its materials strategy and reducing its environmental impact.
In 2024, PUMA, a sports company based in Germany, was recognized for its outstanding materials strategy in the Material Change Index by the global non-profit organization, Textile Exchange. This ranking signifies PUMA's progression from the second-highest 'Scaling' tier in 2023 to the prestigious 'Leading' tier, placing it among only 11 companies out of hundreds evaluated. The Material Change Index serves as a critical benchmark for companies to assess their strategies in sourcing materials, which is integral to reducing greenhouse gas emissions in the fashion industry. PUMA's commitment to using preferred fibres and certified sources aligns with its goal of achieving a significant reduction in environmental impact by 2025, as it aims to produce 90% of its products from preferred materials.