Kontoor Brands, Inc. (USA) announced that it has reached zero-waste designation for all of its owned distribution centers in North America, meaning at least 95 percent of the waste from these facilities will be diverted from landfills through recycling, composting and reuse.

The zero-waste designation at Kontoor’s owned distribution centers in North America was achieved by prioritizing efficient use of materials and conservation of natural resources. Through standardized waste reporting across all facilities, Kontoor has identified, shared and implemented opportunities for waste diversion improvement, while also developing advanced waste reduction initiatives across facilities.

While the zero-waste designation at all owned distribution centers in North America marks a major milestone in Kontoor’s commitment to sustainable business practices, Kontoor is dedicated to reaching a zero-waste designation for all distribution centers globally. Kontoor is also committed to further reducing waste in product design, operations at Kontoor-owned manufacturing facilities, retail stores and corporate offices.