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Sustainability Vision 2030

At KYASS Textile, our sustainability vision is shaped in alignment with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. We integrate responsible and efficient production practices, aiming to reduce environmental impact and optimize resource use. We strengthen fair and ethical working conditions and support inclusive growth. Through a measurement, monitoring, and continuous improvement approach, we aim to contribute to sustainable transformation in the textile sector and create long-term value. We resolutely fulfill our global responsibilities through transparency, accountability, and stakeholder collaboration.

Environment

At Kyass Tekstil, environmental responsibility is an integral part of all our production activities.

We ensure full compliance with applicable environmental legislation in Türkiye and systematically monitor and manage our environmental impacts in line with the ISO 14001 Environmental Management System.

We focus on reducing our environmental footprint through efficiency-driven practices in energy, water, waste, and chemical management. Our efforts include the use of renewable energy, heat recovery applications, and technologies that enhance resource efficiency to reduce our carbon footprint.

Waste reduction, increased recycling, and pollution prevention are among our key priorities. We regularly assess environmental risks and support initiatives that strengthen environmental awareness among our employees and stakeholders.

Management Systems (EMS)

At Kyass Tekstil, we manage our environmental performance in line with the ISO 14001 Environmental Management System Standard and applicable national environmental legislation. We regularly monitor our compliance obligations and focus on continuous improvement by tracking defined performance indicators.

We assess our environmental impacts through a risk- and opportunity-based approach, and measure our processes through practices such as Higg FEM verifications, carbon footprint analyses, and Zero Waste certification, ensuring transparent monitoring and reporting of our environmental performance.

Energy

At Kyass Tekstil, energy management is based on the regular analysis of consumption data and the continuous monitoring of energy use. Approximately 35% of our electricity consumption is supplied by our on-site solar energy system (GES), supporting the reduction of our carbon footprint.

Process water sourced from groundwater is heated through an integrated heat recovery system linked to dyeing wastewater, enabling up to 25% savings in natural gas consumption. In addition, the drying machines used in our facilities are selected from energy-efficient, environmentally friendly models designed to minimize energy consumption.

Furthermore, an artificial intelligence–based energy and water management system is planned to be implemented within the dyeing monitoring system, with the aim of optimizing processes at the highest possible efficiency levels.

Water Management

As of 2024, 94% of our water demand is supplied from groundwater wells, while the remaining 6% is sourced from the municipal water network. Taking the environmental impacts of groundwater use into account, improvement initiatives are being implemented to reduce water withdrawal. Thanks to our batch dyeing processes, water consumption can be monitored on a batch basis, and the recovery of dyeing and washing baths aims to significantly reduce groundwater use over time.

To mitigate long-term water-related risks, evaluations are ongoing for the installation of a rainwater harvesting system. In addition, the “Waterless Dyeing” R&D project carried out in collaboration with STT Kimya stands out as an innovative solution to further reduce water consumption. This initiative aims to significantly lower water and auxiliary chemical use compared to conventional dyeing processes and to establish a closed-loop, low environmental impact production model. Positive results obtained from pilot studies indicate strong potential for further improvement in our water management performance.

Wastewater Management

Domestic and industrial wastewater generated at our facility is regularly analyzed and managed in compliance with applicable legal requirements. All wastewater is discharged to the Çerkezköy Organized Industrial Park Wastewater Treatment Plant, and the process is carried out in full compliance with environmental regulations.

Air Emissions

At Kyass Tekstil, air emissions are managed in compliance with applicable legislation and international standards. Air emission measurements are conducted on a regular basis at our facilities.

Our greenhouse gas emissions are planned to be calculated in accordance with ISO 14064-1, covering Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. In addition, efforts to support the use of renewable energy through I-REC applications are ongoing.

Waste Management

Our wastes are managed through source separation in accordance with the Waste Management Regulation and the Zero Waste Regulation. Packaging, hazardous, and non-hazardous wastes are transferred to authorized recycling and disposal facilities through licensed service providers, supporting resource efficiency through the recovery of recyclable materials.

In addition, KYASS Tekstil contributes to the Polyreco polyamide recycling project to support the recovery of polyamide-based textile waste generated from seamless production processes. These initiatives strengthen our waste reduction efforts and circular economy objectives.

Chemicals Management

At Kyass Tekstil, chemical and dye sourcing processes are managed in line with MRSL and ZDHC requirements. Chemical management is handled systematically within the scope of the ISO 45001 Occupational Health and Safety Management System, with a comprehensive chemical inventory in place and regular risk assessments conducted.

Chemical storage and usage are managed in accordance with health and safety criteria, and appropriate personal protective equipment is provided to employees. Thanks to the automatic dosing system used in the dyehouse, chemicals are transferred to machines without manual contact, minimizing employee exposure.

Circularity

At Kyass Tekstil, we embrace the circular economy approach as a key driver for increasing resource efficiency and reducing environmental impacts. We focus on minimizing waste generation and supporting recovery throughout our production processes.

In this context, we collaborate with Polyreco to recover polyamide-based textile waste generated from seamless production processes, and strengthen circularity in our operations through waterless dyeing R&D studies conducted in cooperation with STT Kimya, aiming to reduce water and chemical consumption.

Social

We believe that a people-centered approach forms the foundation of sustainable success.

At Kyass Tekstil, we prioritize creating a fair, safe, and inclusive working environment for all our employees, guided by the principles of equality, respect, and well-being.

We implement our practices based on human rights, social equality, and employee engagement in alignment with national legislation and international standards, and actively contribute to global initiatives—particularly the Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEPs).

By strengthening social compliance throughout our operations and supply chain, we aim to build the future together through a responsible business approach that places people at its core.

Wages and Benefits

Our wage and benefits practices are implemented in line with the Turkish Labor Law, applicable labor legislation, and the International Labour Organization’s (ILO) Decent Work principles, with the aim of supporting the quality of life of our employees.

At KYASS Tekstil, performance-based bonuses for production employees, as well as in-kind support and social support packages, are provided. These practices not only offer financial support but also form part of our approach to creating a more positive, supportive, and inclusive working environment for our employees.

Empowered Processes Through Employee

At KYASS Tekstil, employee feedback is systematically collected, recorded, and followed by appropriate actions. Employee Satisfaction Surveys and Fair Wage Surveys have been completed, and the findings are actively used to support continuous improvement processes.

Corrective and preventive actions are implemented in response to notifications submitted through the Grievance Mechanism, while the Ethics Line enables employees to share their concerns and feedback in a secure and confidential manner. These practices aim to strengthen employee engagement and foster a more inclusive and sustainable working environment.

A Safe and Healthy Working Environment

We place occupational health and safety at the core of all our operations. In the dyeing process, chemicals are managed through an automatic dosing system, reducing employee exposure and ensuring full alignment with the ISO 45001 standard.

In line with this approach, we work towards a zero-accident target and conduct regular risk assessments and workplace measurements to keep our lost-time injury rate below 1%. Based on the results, preventive and corrective actions are systematically implemented.

Employee Training and Development: Shaping the Future Together

At KYASS Tekstil, internal promotion processes are implemented and continuously improved to enhance employees’ competencies and support their career development. Training programs for employees requiring further professional development have been in place since 2024.

In addition, regular training sessions are provided on topics such as business ethics, prevention of discrimination, harassment and mobbing awareness, anti-corruption, and the prevention of child labor. Employees also receive informational training on the Turkish Labor Law No. 4857, working hours, leave entitlements, compensation, and disciplinary procedures. Specific training is delivered to relevant personnel regarding the legal rights of pregnant and breastfeeding employees.

Diversity and Inclusion

At KYASS Tekstil, providing a fair, equal, and supportive working environment for all employees is among our core priorities. Discriminatory personal questions have been removed from recruitment processes. All rights stipulated under Turkish Labor Law No. 4857 are applied equally to pregnant and breastfeeding employees, persons with disabilities, foreign nationals, and retirees.

The signing process for the United Nations Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEPs) has been completed. As of 2025, women represent 60% of our workforce and 47% of managerial positions. We continue to implement initiatives aimed at increasing female representation and strengthening the employment of vulnerable groups.

Social Compliance

At Kyass Tekstil, all our operations are conducted in full compliance with national legislation aimed at protecting employee rights and ensuring workplace safety.

Our employment practices are carried out in accordance with Turkish Labor Law No. 4857, while our occupational health and safety processes are managed in line with Law No. 6331 on Occupational Health and Safety. The Social & Labor Convergence Program (SLCP) verification was successfully completed in October 2025 with an accuracy rate of 90.5%. In addition, the SMETA / SEDEX social compliance audit was successfully completed in December 2024.

Governance

At Kyass Tekstil, we regard ethics, transparency, and accountability as the core pillars of our sustainability approach.

By embedding corporate sustainability governance into our overall company strategy, we integrate environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations into our decision-making processes.

We support our sustainability governance framework through alignment with international standards, verification processes, and transparent reporting practices. Leveraging digitalization and integrated management systems, we enhance operational traceability and aim to strengthen responsible business practices across all processes—from production to the supply chain.

Ethical Principles and Compliance

At Kyass Tekstil, sustainability is an integral part of our governance framework. With the establishment of our Corporate Sustainability team, environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices have been fully integrated into the company’s strategic structure.

In order to strengthen our responsible business culture, the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence (CSDD) process has been completed. As a result, a governance approach based on ethical principles, transparency, and accountability has been adopted across all our operations.

Transparency and Reporting

At KYASS Tekstil, we monitor our sustainability performance with a development-focused approach, independently assessing our quality, environmental, and occupational health and safety practices through Higg FEM, SLCP, and OEKO-TEX verifications, and transparently reporting the results to our stakeholders.

Supply Chain Responsibility

At Kyass Tekstil, we view our supply chain as an integral extension of our sustainable production approach and work collaboratively with our business partners to reduce environmental and social impacts.

We are carrying out the necessary preparations to align with standards such as GRS, RCS, and RWS, with the aim of strengthening traceability and responsible raw material sourcing across our supply network. In parallel, I-REC initiatives are being pursued to encourage the use of renewable energy, while supplier and stakeholder mapping processes are being further developed to support a more robust and integrated sustainability management framework.

Sustainability Management

At KYASS Tekstil, we strengthen our sustainability approach through digitalization and international management systems. We manage our production, environmental, quality, and occupational health and safety processes in line with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 standards, adopting continuous improvement as a core principle. To enhance resource efficiency and traceability, we continue implementing ISO 27001 and ISO 50001 systems while advancing digital transformation initiatives across product development and operational processes.