Sustainability &
ESG Excellence

V.T. Garment Co., Ltd. is committed to responsible manufacturing — integrating environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and transparent governance into every garment we produce.

Aligned with Higg FEM · GHG Protocol · LEED v4.1 Platinum · Fair Trade USA · GRS

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-38%
Reduction in Greenhouse Gas
Emissions Achieved

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Platinum
Highest Level
LEED Certification 2024

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Since 2016
Worker Welfare
Fair Trade USA

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Since 2017
Environmental Performance
Higg FEM Verified

International Certifications & Standards

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Fair Trade USA

Worker Welfare & Social Responsibility
Certified since 2016
  • Fair wages & safe conditions
  • Democratic worker empowerment
  • Annual social audit

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Higg FEM

Facility Environmental Module
Certified since 2017
  • Energy, water & waste metrics
  • Standardized facility assessment
  • Annual verification

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Global Recycled Standard

GRS — Traceability & Responsible Materials
Certified since 2024
  • Verified recycled content
  • Full supply chain traceability
  • Third-party certified

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LEED Platinum

v4.1 O+M: Existing Building
Certified since 2024
  • Highest level green building
  • Optimised energy efficiency
  • Reduced environmental footprint

Our Framework

ESG Commitment

Since 2016, V.T. Garment has progressively developed an integrated

Sustainability and ESG framework aligned with internationally recognized standards,

supporting responsible manufacturing and long-term business resilience.

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Environmental

Minimising our environmental footprint across the entire production cycle.

  • GHG Emissions Monitoring & Reduction
  • Solar Renewable Energy (>20% target)
  • Waste 3R: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
  • Wastewater Treatment & Recycling
  • Higg FEM Environmental Module

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Social

Caring for our people and the communities where we operate.

  • Worker Health & Safety (PPE)
  • Fair Wages & Labor Rights
  • Anti-discrimination Policy
  • Safety Training Programs
  • Community Engagement

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Governance

Upholding ethical business conduct and full regulatory compliance.

  • Thai Labor Law Compliance
  • Environmental Regulation Compliance
  • Internal & Third-Party Audits
  • Supplier Code of Conduct
  • Annual Sustainability Reporting

Environmental

GHG Emissions Performance

We monitor and report Scope 1 & 2 greenhouse gas emissions annually in accordance with the GHG Protocol Corporate Standard and Higg FEM requirements.

Annual GHG Emissions

Scope 1 + Scope 2 (tCO₂e)

Achieved 38% Reduction in GHG Emissions (2023–2025)

 Trend Analysis: GHG emissions peaked in 2023 due to expanded production capacity. In 2024, emissions returned to 849.5 tCO₂e — demonstrating effective energy management and operational efficiency improvements

Total Non-Renewable Emissions Generated (tCO₂e)

Energy Management

Clean Energy Initiatives

Transitioning to renewable energy and optimising consumption across our facilities.

☀️ Renewable Energy Transition

Expanding the use of clean energy to support low-carbon operations.

  • Rooftop photovoltaic systems
  • On-site solar power generation
  • Maintaining an average renewable energy contribution of 20% annually through system optimization and maintenance

Energy Efficiency Improvement

Optimising energy consumption through efficient systems and operational improvements.

  • LED and inverter technologies
  • Variable-frequency drives across production lines
  • Continuous monitoring of electricity consumption

📈 Low-Carbon Operations

Reducing reliance on fossil fuels and supporting lower greenhouse gas emissions.

  • Boiler usage phased out in 2025
  • Reduced dependence on fossil fuel-based operations
  • Supporting long-term decarbonisation goals through cleaner operational practices

Resource Management

Waste & Water

♻️ Waste Management

3R Principle
 

Reduce

Precision cutting patterns to minimise fabric offcuts and material waste
 

Reuse

Fabric remnants repurposed for samples, rags, and secondary products.
Carton packaging from suppliers is collected and returned for reuse initiatives.

 

Recycle

Partner with certified recyclers for textile and packaging waste
All solid waste is tracked and reported in line with Higg FEM Environmental Module indicators.

💧 Water Management

Wastewater Treatment System

On-site domestic wastewater is treated prior to discharge in compliance with Thai environmental regulations.

Water Reuse System

Treated wastewater and RO reject water are reused for non-process applications such as cleaning and landscaping.

Water Consumption Monitoring

Water consumption is monitored through installed flow meters, with daily recording and monthly analysis aligned with Higg FEM requirements.

Water Management Approach

The facility continuously improves water efficiency and increases reuse through monitoring systems and operational controls.

Social Responsibility

Our People First

Our workforce is our greatest asset. We invest in safe workplaces,

fair treatment, and continuous development to build a thriving community.

Governance

Ethical Business Conduct

Strong governance is the foundation of our ESG commitment — ensuring

accountability, transparency, and compliance at every level.

⚖️ Legal Compliance

Full compliance with Thai Labour Protection Act, Factory Act, and Environmental Act. Zero regulatory violations.

🔍 Audit & Verification

Annual internal audits plus third-party Higg FEM verification by accredited bodies.

📋 Supplier Code of Conduct

All suppliers must adhere to our Code of Conduct covering labour, environment, and anti-corruption.

📢 Transparency

Annual Sustainability Report published publicly. GHG data disclosed on official company website.

📄 GHG Disclosure Statement

V.T. Garment Co., Ltd. publicly discloses its Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions data through its official website in accordance with the GHG Protocol Corporate Standard and international reporting guidelines. This ensures full transparency with customers, buyers, stakeholders, and auditors. All data is independently verified and aligned with Higg FEM requirements.

Roadmap

Future Targets 2025–2030

Our science-based targets reflect our commitment to continuous

improvement in environmental and social performance through 2030.

✓ 100% worker safety training completion — every year    Maintain Higg FEM score above industry average continuously

Our Journey

ESG Milestones Since 2016

A decade of progressive sustainability integration — from social welfare to green building excellence.

Building a Sustainable Future

— Together

We welcome partnerships with brands, buyers, and stakeholders who share our commitment to responsible manufacturing.

 

Contact ESG Team