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Sustainable manufacturing. Complete supply chain transparency. Closed-loop product life cycles. And an even stronger commitment to fair and inclusive workplaces.

It’s a continuing journey, and there are no shortcuts. But we know now’s the time for everyone to begin taking bigger steps. Ours is a promise to think differently, act decisively, and create real change.

It’s a promise to Evolve.

Five decades ago, our family-owned business was founded on innovation, bold action and a pioneering spirit. Fifty years later, those same ideals guide us forward. Because the future demands change.

Our six key focus areas

Sustainability is being integrated across our global operations and is a fundamental consideration in all major business decisions. We have six key focus areas:

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Confronting climate change

Reducing our carbon footprint through energy efficiency and use of renewable energy. We have established science-based targets for greenhouse gas reduction: at least 42% by 2030.
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Individual health and well-being

Ensuring the health and safety of those involved with manufacturing and use of our products.
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Sustainable resource use

Conserving natural resources; using post-industrial and post-consumer recycled materials; making products that can be recycled; elimination of raw materials derived from crude oil; creating closed-loop production processes.
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Inclusion and diversity

Nurturing an equitable, inclusive and diverse workplace culture through engagement and education.
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Supply chain transparency

Third-party certifications for environmental and social responsibility, including fair treatment and safe conditions for workers.
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Education

Educating employees about the importance of sustainability, helping them understand what role they play and increasing the likelihood of achieving our goals.
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Karndean Evolve™ Sustainability Report 2023

Our Sustainability Report 2023 explains our progress so far towards reducing our environmental impact and transition towards a circular economy.
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Karndean Environmental Product Declaration

Our products have an independently verified and registered Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) based on a life cycle assessment (LCA). EPDs detail our production materials and process, along with our commitment to environmental and social practices throughout the product life cycle.
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Environmental promise

Our products are 100% phthalate free and exceed environmental laws.

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Stylish designs

Beautifully realistic wood and stone looks in a range of trend-forward colors.

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Commercial grade

Karndean flooring includes 10-20 year warranties to meet commercial project requirements.

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