Caring for people and the planet

Sustainability at Lindström

Sustainability is at the very heart of our purpose and strategy. We are committed to inspiring businesses to grow sustainably, and our circular economy-based business model proves that it is possible. For decades, we have been on a mission to prevent the overproduction of textiles and optimise the use of natural resources.

We continuously strive to enhance the sustainability and responsibility of our operations. Our dedication has been recognised with the highest accolade, the EcoVadis Platinum medal. This prestigious recognition places us among the top 1% of over 130,000 companies

Climate

Climate

We aim to halve our greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 compared to 2021, and reach net-zero emissions by 2050.

Threads reshaped for a net-zero future
Water

Water

We have set a goal to improve our water efficiency by 50% in high and extremely high water stress areas compared to 2023.

Sustainable water management
Fair employment

Fair employment

We want to have a fair and safe workplace where everyone can be themselves. We aim to DEI index of 90 by 2030.

A fair and safe workplace
Caring for the planet

Our circular business model

Our service reduces textile overproduction by extending the lifetime of textiles and by producing new textiles only when needed. By using durable materials and designing for circularity, we promote sustainable practices at the very beginning. We avoid millions of kilos of unnecessary textile production by repairing and re-using our garments. 

We manufacture additional orders on demand in our own workwear manufacturing facilities, Prodems, which is an effective way to eliminate the textile obsolete risk in our stocks. To conserve natural resources, we optimise the use of water and energy in our laundries and customer delivery loads and routes. In the washing process, we recycle water and use heat from wastewater to warm fresh water. When textiles reach the end of their lives, we aim to recycle them as new products or raw materials.

Circular business model at Lindström
4.9 million repairs
We extend the textile lifespan by long-life design repairing and reusing
3 production-on-demand units
On-demand production reduces textile obsolence risk at stocks and invetories
70% textile waste recycled
Our target is to recycle all our textile waste and use more recycled content in our textiles.
Caring for people

Our commitment to social responsibility

At the core of our operations lies a commitment to responsible business practices, which guides our decisions and actions. Our approach centres around three key themes that reflect our dedication to creating a positive and lasting impact on our employees, our partners, and the communities we serve.

Fair and safe workplace

Fair and safe workplace

Our We Care culture is rooted in mutual respect, openness, and inclusivity. We listen to one another, value our differences, and create an environment where everyone feels safe to be themselves.

How we promote a fair and safe workplace?
Sustainable supply chain

Sustainable supply chain

Our global supplier network comprises approximately 900 direct suppliers. We ensure the sustainability of our supply chain through our policies, monitoring and long-term collaboration.

How we ensure a sustainable supply chain?
Thriving and resilient communities

Thriving and resilient communities

We recognise the importance of giving back to the communities where we live and work. We support UNICEF’s work in India and ActionAid in Vietnam to improve access to clean water and hygiene practices.

More about our journey with UNICEF in India
Management of sustainability

Reporting and compliance

Our commitment to sustainability comes to life through our We Care culture, embraced daily by our leaders and dedicated teams. Their actions are guided by our management systems, policies, commitments, and guidelines. In our annual Sustainability report we publish the most significant impacts on people, the environment and economy, and how we manage those impacts.

Codes of Conduct

Codes of Conduct

The Codes of Conduct outline the fundamental responsibilities and ethical requirements we expect from our employees, suppliers and partners.

Read the codes
Quality Assurance Handbook

Quality Assurance Handbook

The handbook ensures that all incoming goods and materials are manufactured in accordance with our instructions and standards.

Go to the supplier page
Whistleblowing channel

Whistleblowing channel

In the channel, anyone can anonymously raise concerns about possible misconduct or any wrongdoing suspected within the company.

Report a concern
Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement

Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement

The statement affirms our commitment to preventing slavery and human trafficking within our business or in our supply chain.

Read the statement

Key memberships

  • -The Family Firms Association (Finland)
  • -The Confederation of Finnish Industries
  • -The European Textile Service Association (ETSA)
  • -The Textile Rental Service Association (TRSA)
  • -Our specialists act on various national and international organisations

Certificates

Sustainable actions

Supporting our customers' sustainability journey

The Forerunners of Sustainability is a series of stories in which our customers talk about sustainability and how we work together for more sustainable business. The stories are told by customers for whom sustainability is an important part of their company’s purpose and strategy.

Neste puts sustainability front and centre in workwear management
Customer stories
Neste puts sustainability front and centre in workwear management

Neste embeds sustainability in every process, aiming to cut workwear in circulation by 40% through efficient and flexible management.

#customerexperience #sustainability
Yrjö ja Hanna Kodit found Lindström to be the strongest option
Customer stories
Yrjö ja Hanna Kodit found Lindström to be the strongest option

Lindström offered high-quality products along with a comprehensive service and a focus on sustainability that aligns with the values of Yrjö ja Hanna Kodit.

#customerexperience #sustainability #workwear
E-piim cheese production decrease waste with textiles
Customer stories
E-piim cheese production decrease waste with textiles

Lindström takes care of the workwear and mats of E-piim dairy plants. The well-functioning partnership continues in the new plant.

#customerexperience #food #sustainability

More stories about sustainability

Collaborating with industry peers to drive sustainable change
Blog posts
Collaborating with industry peers to drive sustainable change

Leena Kähkönen highlights how industry-wide collaboration drives real impact and leads meaningful change across the textile service sector.

#circulareconomy #sustainability
Empowering our employees for a sustainable future 
Blog posts
Empowering our employees for a sustainable future 

Anita Bela shares that one of the most compelling aspects that drew her to Lindström was our unwavering commitment to sustainability.

#sustainability #wecare
Working with local organisation and partners: An inspiring trip to India  
Blog posts
Working with local organisation and partners: An inspiring trip to India  

Ulla Luhtasela highlights that sustainability should be woven into all operations across different countries, sites, and the value chain.

#sustainability #water