Sustainability progress beyond promises.
For decades, Haworth has embedded sustainability into the way we design, manufacture, and operate. Explore the actions, progress, and measurable outcomes shaping our impact today and our goals for tomorrow.
1992
Opened 19,000-sq.-ft. recycling center at HQ
1998
Earned first ISO 14001 certification
2005
Published first sustainability report
2009
Achieved zero-waste-to-landfill in North America
2011
Joined the UN Global Compact
2012
Achieved global zero-waste-to-landfill
2013
Launched banned chemicals commitment
2018
1st in industry to introduce zero-waste digital knit
2020
Launched 100% recycled Oceanic fabric
2021
Committed to science-based climate targets
2022
Zody II & Zody LX earn Cradle to Cradle® Bronze
2023
Net-zero targets validated by SBTi
2025
Achieved 100% renewable electricity for Haworth Group
Action over ambition.
Sustainability is built into the way we work. Through responsible design, efficient manufacturing, and measurable goals, we're focused on reducing environmental impact across our products, operations, and communities.
of material diverted from
landfills in 2022
to achieve zero-waste manufacturing & headquarters
diverted from the ocean
by over 6,000 metric tons of CO2
Keeping waste out of landfills since 2009.
Our North American manufacturing and headquarters operations have maintained zero-waste-to-landfill status since 2009, with global operations following in 2012.
At Haworth, we define zero waste to landfill as diverting at least 90% of waste through recycling, reuse, or energy recovery. Each year, we invest more than $1 million in waste-reduction initiatives and divert materials like metal, wood, plastic, fabric, cardboard, and food waste from landfills.
Designed for another life.
By transforming recycled and ocean-bound plastics into textiles, we're helping reduce waste while creating materials built for everyday use. It's one more way sustainability is woven into our products from the start.
From waste to weave.
Ocean-bound plastic doesn't belong in our waterways. Through a six-step process, discarded bottles are transformed into durable textiles that help keep valuable materials in circulation.
Cleaned and shredded
Bottles washed, sanitized and shredded
Converted into chips
Spun into yarn
Woven into fabric
Finished and dyed
Our digital knit wastes nothing.
Designed to fit each chair precisely, our digital knit eliminates excess material and reduces manufacturing waste. The knit-to-fit process creates a durable, comfortable textile while giving designers the freedom to explore rich colors, patterns, and textures.
“This whole ‘knit-to-fit’ term is really centered around making one piece,” says Alexis Putnam, a materials and finish designer at Haworth. “No cutting or waste. This fits with our commitment to sustainability.”
The work continues.
Explore our latest sustainability report to learn more about our commitments, progress, and goals.