Apparel Impact Institute

The Apparel Impact Institute (AII) is a pivotal organization in the sustainable fashion industry, founded on a collaborative effort between leading brands, manufacturers, and industry associations with the common goal of enhancing the environmental sustainability of the apparel and footwear sector. Leveraging the comprehensive data of the Sustainable Apparel Coalition's Higg Index, AII works within the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) framework to strategically select, fund, and escalate high-impact projects aimed at significantly improving sustainability outcomes. With a prime focus on mill improvement initiatives, recognizing this as a critical area for environmental impact in clothing production, AII strives to drive measurable progress in reducing the industry's footprint through innovative solutions in energy, water, chemistry, and overall supply chain optimization. Established as a nonprofit organization, AII epitomizes collaborative action towards eco-friendly fashion manufacturing and sustainable industry practices.