TMC Responsible Business Statement
Our Values
Our values represent what we believe in, and how we work.
Knowledge - We continuously learn and share knowledge to achieve our goals
Collaboration - We draw strength, inspiration, knowledge and agency by working together
Impact - We do what makes a difference
Environment
We are committed to transforming the impact of textiles on the natural environment. We recognise our responsibility to limit our own use of finite and harmful resources and to minimise the environmental impact of our operations.
Our commitment is to:
Continuously improve our environmental performance.
Manage our business operations to prevent pollution.
Reduce the consumption of natural resources and improve the efficient use of those resources.
Take action to reduce the impact of greenhouse gas emissions from our business activities.
Ensure environmental and climate change criteria are taken into account in the procurement and provision of goods and services.
Manage waste generated from our business according to the principles of reduction, re-use and recycling.
Comply with all relevant environmental legislation in the countries and territories where the business operates.
Review our environmental policy regularly.
People
Decent work
TMC respects the labour rights of workers in its own operations, and we ask our suppliers, partners and signatories to accept responsibility for meeting these standards by taking active steps to enable workers to realise their rights according to the principles of the Ethical Trading Initiative’s Base Code.
Employment is freely chosen
Freedom of association and the right to collective bargaining are respected
Working conditions are safe and hygienic
Child labour shall not be used
Living wages are paid
Working hours are not excessive
No discrimination is practiced
No harsh or inhumane treatment is allowed
Diversity, Equality and Inclusion
We are an equal opportunities employer and promote a working environment free from any form of discrimination, bias or harassment.
We are committed to equality of opportunity for prospective staff and support a culture where our workforce is representative of diverse communities and where differences are recognised, accepted and valued.
Shortlisting, interviewing and selection will always be carried out without regard to gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, colour, race nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, age, pregnancy or maternity leave or disability.
Business Integrity
TMC is committed to conducting business in an ethical manner. With partners in diverse markets worldwide it is essential that we conduct our business with the highest standards of integrity and adhere to international laws and regulations.
Integrity – we will act in a professional, independent and impartial manner in all activities.
Conflicts of Interest – we will take steps to avoid actual, potential or perceived conflicts of interest.
Confidentiality and Data Protection – we respect the confidentiality and privacy of employee, partner, funder and signatory information.
Anti-bribery – we have a zero-tolerance approach to bribery and corruption in all business dealings and relationships.
Competition and Fair Business Conduct - we comply with all rules relating to fair competition, anti-trust and tendering.
Health and Safety – we will protect the health and safety of colleagues and third parties.
Animal Welfare – we will not use or condone the use of animal experimentation in connection with our work.
Roles and Responsibilities
TMC’s Executive Director holds overall accountability for this policy. All TMC managers are responsible for its implementation. All employees, volunteers, partners and suppliers of TMC and signatories to the Microfibre 2030 Commitment are required to adhere to this policy
To raise any issues in relation to TMC’s Responsibility Statement, please contact responsibility@microfibreconsortium.com
Sophie Mather
Executive Director
The Microfibre Consortium
September 2021