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Follow us Forward

In 2017, we announced ambitious goals to achieve by the end of 2020. Our goals included a wide range of categories so we could improve our impact across the board: from our product, to packaging, office energy usage, and our fair labor standards. Making these goals a reality is hard work, but the health of all people, our planet, and our sport depends on it.

View the tiles below to see the goal we set and how much progress we were able to make in each area. Though we’re proud of the work we’ve done, we’re already working on our next set of goals, which we’ll be announcing soon. Follow us forward as we continue on our sustainability journey.

– Final Progress –

100% bluesign® Product

Efficient manufacturing & safety for people & the planet.

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59%Complete

Despite pandemic hurdles, we’re well on our way to 100%.

100% Sustainable Cotton

Making products with organic & sustainable materials.

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99%Organic

Our apparel, fleece, & tees are 100% organic cotton.

50% Recycled Polyester

Reducing greenhouse gas emissions, water use, & plastics.

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36%Recycled

We’ve gone from 5% to 36% over the past three seasons.

100% PFC-Free DWR

Using a safer alternative for our durable water repellency.

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78%Complete

Bags, headwear, & accessories are now 100% PFC-Free.

20% Less Carbon Emissions

Substantially reducing emissions from hardgoods production.

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4%Increased

The most impactful actions take time. See details below.

100% Recyclable or Compostable Retail Packaging

Diverting product packaging from the landfill.

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66%Complete

We joined the Responsible Packaging Movement to further reduce waste.

80% Recycled Content Packaging

Making all retail packaging with recycled content.

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94%Complete

We're making our retail packaging with recycled materials.

100% Fair Labor

The highest standard for safe & fair labor in our factories.

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92%Complete

Upholding the highest standards for safe & fair labor in our factories.

20% CO2 Reduction at Global Headquarters

Reducing our footprint with energy efficiency & renewables.

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12%Reduced

Upgraded infrastructure, lower energy use, and advocating for better policy.

75% of Waste Diverted from the Landfill at Our Global Headquarters

Reducing, reusing, recycling, & composting.

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38%Diverted

Engaging employees and visitors to act responsibly.

40% of Global Product Warranty Claims Repaired

Demonstrating durability through warranty and repair.

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30%Repaired

Though we didn’t reach it globally, Japan and Australia exceeded their goals.

Carbon Neutral and Zero Waste Burton U·S·Open

Carbon neutral since 2017 & committed to zero waste.

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83%Diverted

Carbon Neutral since ‘17. Achieved WMSC Actively Green event certification.

*Burton's product development team is working hard to reduce carbon emissions across all hardgood categories without compromising on technical performance. This is proving to be a challenge for some categories, but we're committed to making positive progress for future seasons. Our 2020 goals for product are based on design year, meaning the Winter 2022 product season is our target for completion. Here is the breakdown of performance by category for the upcoming Winter 2022 season, in terms of carbon footprint per unit compared with the Winter 2017 baseline: Bindings reduced by 6%; Boards reduced by 21%; Boots increased by 5%; Goggles increased by 20%; Helmets increased by 10%.

Benefit Director Statement
In the opinion of the Benefit Director, Burton has acted in accordance with its general public benefit purpose in all material respects during the period covered by this report and the board of directors and officers have acted in accordance with the requirements of subsection 21.09(a) and section 21.11 of Vermont Title 11A, respectively. Burton is a private benefit corporation owned by Donna Carpenter.

Benefit Director: Heidi Manheimer
Benefit Officer: Ali Kenney

Correspondence may be sent to their attention at:

Burton
180 Queen City Park Road
Burlington, VT 05401

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Better Recognize —

We’re proudly a B Corp.

We set high standards because we’re committed to creating a positive impact.  For all people, and for our planet.
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