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ESG at Interface

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"Interface is a remarkable company. We’re building on our strong foundation and leverage our expertise from around the world to drive environmental impact reductions, cultivate social responsibility, and maintain robust governance practices.

We continue to accelerate progress toward our ambitious climate goals and drive carbon emission reductions across our products, operations, and supply chain, making impressive strides toward our 2030 science-based targets.

By focusing on our values and activating programs and initiatives in response to employee feedback, we are fostering an equitable and inclusive culture where employees feel empowered to bring their whole selves to work every day.

We have positive momentum moving forward and remain focused on leveraging the power of our global company to drive sustainable growth and value for all of our stakeholders. We’re excited about the next 50 years at Interface.” – Laurel Hurd, President & CEO, Interface


2023 Impact Report

In 1994, inspired by our customers and led by the fundamental mindset shift of our founder, Ray Anderson, Interface began a radical business transformation toward sustainability that would lead us to create a positive impact on the world and become the purpose-driven company we are today.

Our 2023 Impact Report highlights our commitment to ESG. It details our continued efforts toward reducing our environmental footprint, making Interface a great place to work, supporting our surrounding communities, and doing business ethically and responsibly. We continue to set aggressive targets in line with the level of action needed for sound corporate citizenship and environmental responsibility.


Environmental Stewardship
Social
Responsibility
Governance, Compliance & Ethics

ESG Oversight

Our Board of Directors oversees all areas of ESG at Interface. To ensure effective governance, our Nominating & Governance Committee, led by our independent Chairman, is responsible for closely monitoring and advising the company's management on matters pertaining to the environment, social impact, and related governance for our organization. The Innovation & Sustainability Committee is responsible for climate governance.

“At Interface, our purpose is more important than just our profit. We pioneered the concept of a purpose-driven organization nearly three decades ago. Every one of our associates works hard to make Interface the most sustainable company in the world. Thirty years ago, our commitment to the earth began. Since 1996, our carpet manufacturing emissions are down 96% and we’ve substantially reduced our carbon footprint during that time. We continue to transform our operations as we work not only to reduce but instead to reverse global warming. We also remain focused on operating ethically and responsibly, knowing that only in so doing are we truly sustainable. Our strong governance structure, amplified by a clear tone at the top, leaves us well positioned as we conduct ourselves in a way that makes us all proud to be a part of Interface. ” – Chris Kennedy, Chairman of the Interface Board

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Awards & Recognition

Interface is regularly recognized for our leadership in sustainability, design, and innovation. Recent accolades and achievements include:

  • TIME’s 100 Most Influential Companies of 2023. Recognized as a Pioneer for our innovation and sustainability efforts over our 50-year history
  • Georgia Trend’s Most Influential Leaders (2023). CEO Laurel Hurd named on of Georgia’s most influential leaders.
  • Fast Company World Changing Ideas (2023). Selected as an honoree by Fast Company for FLOR’s Carbon Negative Carpet Tile Collection.
  • Railsponsible Supplier Award (2023). Recognized for our efforts in reducing Scope 3 emissions upstream.
  • GlobeScan SustainAbility Leaders Report – Top Leader (1998-2023). Interface is the only company to be recognized in the GlobeScan-SustainAbility Leaders Survey every year since its inception.
  • Green GOOD DESIGN Sustainability Award (2023). FLOR was recognized for inspired progress toward a more sustainable future.
  • Better Homes & Gardens Best Carpet Tile (2023). Named Best Carpet Tile for FLOR Products.