Through new partnerships, Lindström advances circular economy projects and carbon reductions in line with company environmental aims.
China, Beijing, During the Finnish President’s state visit, the international textile services provider Lindström Group recently announced two key alliances in China. These partnerships demonstrate Lindström’s dedication to improving sustainability in its cleanroom services and workwear, which is in line with China’s 2060 carbon neutrality goals.
Businesses aggressively engage in sustainable solutions to comply with legal requirements and satisfy rising customer expectations, as sustainability is quickly gaining traction in China. Sustainable business practices are further emphasised by government legislation, such as the national objective to become carbon neutral by 2060. Aligning with these efforts, Lindström formalised two key sustainability-focused agreements during the presidential state visit.
Since entering the Chinese market in 2006, Lindström has been dedicated to offering eco-friendly substitutes for cleanroom and workplace textiles. These strategic alliances demonstrate Lindström’s commitment to sustainability and circularity,” said Anupam Chakrabarty, Senior Vice President of Lindström. Chakrabarty signed the sustainability-focused contracts at a renowned event at Beijing’s famous Great Hall of the People. Chakrabarty was part of the business group that accompanied Finnish President Alexander Stubb.
Cooperation to increase textile circularity
The astounding quantity of waste generated by the textile industry worldwide is one of the most urgent problems; more than 85% of it still winds up in landfills or is burned. This issue is addressed in part by Lindström’s partnership with Hangzhou-based textile recycling business Dingyuan Textile Technology. Since its inception two years ago, the partnership has grown to include Lindström’s waste textiles in the Guangzhou, Suzhou, Shanghai, Jiaxing, Wuhan, and Chengdu regions.
The creation of closed-loop systems, which convert textiles at the end of their useful lives into raw materials for new goods, is the next stage. Because recycled fibres take less energy and water to produce, using them in textiles can help lower their carbon impact. These fibres are now mostly derived from recycled PET bottles, however new developments are required to reduce dependency on virgin resources. Lindström’s product development is increasingly concentrating on closed-loop systems.
In the process of cutting emissions in half
As the globe deals with the effects of climate change, cutting greenhouse gas emissions is still of utmost importance. Energy production is responsible for more than 70% of worldwide greenhouse gas emissions, thus switching to greener energy sources is essential. Yuan Tong Hui Energy Technology, a Beijing-based supplier of renewable energy solutions, is one business offering answers for this. Lindström collaborated with them as it acknowledged energy as a vital resource for its operations.
The partnership is a component of Lindström’s ambitious 2030 greenhouse gas emission reduction objective, which has been validated by the Science-Based Targets effort. It is anticipated that this collaboration will assist Lindström in cutting emissions by about 450,000 kg. According to Lindström, 50% of China’s power will originate from renewable sources by 2025.
According to Dennis Chan, Managing Director of Lindström China, “Lindström looks beyond energy sourcing to reduce emissions.” In order to lower CO2 emissions and operational expenses, the firm has already switched 10% of its logistical capacity to electric cars and plans to do so in the years to come.
A collective dedication to sustainability
These programs highlight how everyone must work together to promote environmental stewardship in the corporate world. By demonstrating that sustainability is an attainable objective via innovation and collaborations, Lindström hopes to establish a standard for its industry peers.
“Lindström is proving that sustainable transformation is achievable with the invaluable assistance of our partners,” adds Chakrabarty. “The objective is to set an example by demonstrating that corporate success and environmental responsibility can and should coexist.”
Concerning Lindström India
Lindström India is a 100% subsidiary of Lindström Group, a Finnish workwear service company. Established in 2007, the company clothes 1.3 million people globally (And India?) Headquartered in Mumbai, Lindström India has more than three million garments in circulation with its service centres in 11 cities including Chennai, Mumbai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Bengaluru, Panchkula, Vadodara, Vizag, Tinsukia & Pune. For further details, please visit https://lindstromgroup.com/in/