Kornit Digital, the Israel-based manufacturer of high-end digital textile printers, recently released its second annual impact report highlighting the progress it has made in sustainability and social responsibility in 2021 and expanding its long-term strategy toward sustainable, on-demand fashion.

“Innovation is key to our sustainability efforts, including how we develop our systems and inks, deliver software and services, and engage our employees and communities,” said Omer Kulka, chief marketing officer at Kornit. “This second annual report highlights our steadfast commitment to being a leader in fostering a global community – bringing together employees, customers and partners – that is both ethical and accountable for creating a more sustainable industry and future.”

Among the accomplishments Kornit reported were an approximately 16% reduction in greenhouse gas emission intensity last year, compared to their baseline. The company reported a 39% reduction in hazardous waste intensity, from 1.7 tons to 1.04 tons, and a 57% reduction in nonhazardous waste, from 33 tons to 14 tons. The company also made progress in eliminating toxic chemicals from inks and reducing volatile organic compounds (VOC) levels by 20% in its Robusto Inkset and by 30% in its Eco Ink.

When it comes to diversity and inclusion, Kornit reported an increase in women in management from 30% to 35% and noted that 88% of employees said they felt respected and free to be authentic at work.

Kornit’s longer-term goals include reducing greenhouse gas emission intensity by 75% against a 2021 baseline and achieving full gender pay parity within the company by 2025.

“Since our founding in 2002, Kornit has dedicated itself to creating lasting change in our industry,” Kulka said. “Our renewed impact strategy further holds us accountable to that vision.”

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