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Williams-Sonoma, Inc. Releases 2023 Impact Report
July 30,
2024 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry 
Williams-Sonoma, Inc., the world’s largest digital-first, design-led and sustainable home retailer, announced that the company has published its 2023 Impact Report. The annual report highlights Williams-Sonoma, Inc.’s progress towards the company’s industry-leading sustainability and social impact goals.
In 2023, Williams-Sonoma, Inc. focused on operational efficiencies and the adoption of innovative solutions to drive progress towards the company’s sustainability goals. The company also launched GreenRow, a new sustainability-focused home furnishings brand and strengthened commitments to worker wellbeing programs that positively impact communities around the world where Williams-Sonoma, Inc. business is conducted.
“The progress we have made towards our sustainability goals reflects our company’s on-going commitment to innovation and continuous improvement,” said Laura Alber, President and CEO of Williams-Sonoma, Inc. “We continue to evaluate and execute on opportunities across all aspects of our business that allow us to have a positive impact on our planet and drive sustainable growth.”
Additional highlights from the 2023 Williams-Sonoma, Inc. Impact Report include:
- Reduction of greenhouse gas emissions across the company’s value chain driven by the adoption of renewable energy, including expanded use of green power and solar power.
- Adoption of innovative packaging solutions and the reduction of unnecessary packaging.
- Continued investment in Fair Trade Premiums, Nest Certified Ethically Handcrafted products, and other worker wellbeing programs.
- Diversion of waste from landfills.
For more information on Williams-Sonoma, Inc.’s sustainability efforts and to view the 2023 Impact Report, please visit: http://sustainability.williams-sonomainc.com .