Our work and processes

Our approach to decarbonization

Guided by our criteria of effectiveness, reach, and scale, we leverage data to identify solutions that stand to make a meaningful carbon reduction in textile production. We use this portfolio of solutions to help suppliers create customized decarbonization plans, implement programs, and secure financing for improvements.

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Identify

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Fund

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Scale

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Measure

IDENTIFY

Whether it’s limited, unstandardized data or just not knowing where to turn for guidance, we know the apparel industry is facing massive barriers to reaching its carbon reduction goals. Aii tackles these challenges by using data and the criteria of effectiveness, reach, and scale to identify solutions that have a tangible impact on GHG reductions. These vetted solutions are highlighted in our public registry: the Climate Solutions Portfolio (CSP).

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FUND

We create innovative financing structures - like the Fashion Climate Fund (our $250M catalytic, donor-pooled fund) and fit-for-purpose loans for suppliers - to break down decarbonization barriers.

About the Fashion Climate Fund Our finance strategy

Scale

Using our extensive collection of data, we “follow the carbon,” pinpointing the most impactful climate actions and developing a framework for their effective implementation. We’re also on the ground conducting essential country- and region-specific research to help the industry deploy decarbonization solutions and unlock critical relationships.

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Measure

Our work is data-driven. We ingest, analyze, and report critical data to help our partners track their progress and move closer to their targets. Most importantly, we share aggregated data and insights to enable others to learn from our experience. Visit our Climate Solutions Portfolio platform for information on the effectiveness, scale, and payback periods of all of our solutions.

View our reports and resources Visit the Climate Solutions Portfolio

1

Identify

Whether it’s limited, unstandardized data or just not knowing where to turn for guidance, we know the apparel industry is facing massive barriers to reaching its carbon reduction goals. Aii tackles these challenges by using data and the criteria of effectiveness, reach, and scale to identify solutions that have a tangible impact on GHG reductions. These vetted solutions are highlighted in our public registry: the Climate Solutions Portfolio (CSP).

Learn about the CSP

2

Fund

We create innovative financing structures - like the Fashion Climate Fund (our $250M catalytic, donor-pooled fund) and fit-for-purpose loans for suppliers - to break down decarbonization barriers.

About the Fashion Climate Fund Our finance strategy

3

Scale

Using our extensive collection of data, we “follow the carbon,” pinpointing the most impactful climate actions and developing a framework for their effective implementation. We’re also on the ground conducting essential country- and region-specific research to help the industry deploy decarbonization solutions and unlock critical relationships.

Partner with Aii Apply for CSP funding

4

Measure

Our work is data-driven. We ingest, analyze, and report critical data to help our partners track their progress and move closer to their targets. Most importantly, we share aggregated data and insights to enable others to learn from our experience. Visit our Climate Solutions Portfolio platform for information on the effectiveness, scale, and payback periods of all of our solutions.

View our reports and resources Visit the Climate Solutions Portfolio

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AII’s CLIMATE ACTION APPROACH

Aii’s Climate Action Approach framework is designed to put the industry on a collective action roadmap to factory decarbonization. The process consists of the five steps listed in the adjacent diagram.

Our products and services

Benchmark: Carbon tech assessment

We conduct a comprehensive analysis of a company’s greenhouse gas emissions across its operations - including manufacturing, transportation, and energy use - to identify areas with the highest emissions.

Target setting: Carbon target setting

Based on CTA data, companies establish ambitious, measurable sustainability targets, such as achieving carbon neutrality, reducing emissions by a set percentage, or transitioning to renewable energy.

implementation: Aii climate solutions portfolio and programs

Leveraging our registry of vetted decarbonization solutions, companies select and implement those that fit. The registry includes Aii programs (e.g., Clean by Design) and CSP solutions that meet our high standards for effectiveness, reach, and scale.

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carbon target monitoring: Carbon inventory, action plan

Aii provides ongoing support to companies as they implement their action plan, refining the plan as needed and offering regular touch points, progress follow-up, and technical assistance.

Data validation

Data validation, critical for supporting carbon accounting, is in the conceptual phase. We’re collaborating with industry stakeholders to align on principles, ensuring accurate and reliable carbon data.