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Sotexpro is committed to a sustainable future!
Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): a universal framework for building a responsible future
The Sustainable Development Goals, defined by the UN in 2015, provide a shared roadmap to address the major environmental, social, and economic challenges of our time. Adopted by 193 countries, they call on businesses, governments, and civil society to work together for a fairer, more inclusive world that respects the planet.
As part of our CSR report, we present here our quantified results related to the SDGs that are most relevant to our activity. This infographic clearly illustrates our progress, commitments, and future areas for improvement.
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Our values
Preserving and Passing on French Textile Expertise
Historically based in Panissières, at the heart of a region with a strong textile tradition, we are committed to maintaining and showcasing local skills, inherited from generations of passionate professionals. As a locally rooted industrial player, we contribute to the vitality of the regional economy by promoting expertise, creating jobs, and prioritizing responsible production with environmental and social commitments.
We support local employment, thereby fostering the vitality of the village and surrounding communities. Our goal is clear: to ensure the continuity of a unique and recognized know-how in the field of technical textiles, while contributing to the industrial revival of a region proudly anchored in this heritage.
Promoting a Responsible Approach to the Product Life Cycle
We carry out a comprehensive assessment of the environmental impact of our products, from design to end of life. This is reflected in particular through: • Eco-design, which involves integrating environmental protection from the very start of product or service development. Its goal is to reduce the environmental impacts of products throughout their life cycle. • The use of recycled or recyclable materials in our product ranges • Choosing local suppliers to limit transport-related emissions • Optimizing resource consumption (water, energy, waste) in our industrial processes
Committed to Social Innovation and Quality of Work Life
We pay special attention to the well-being of our employees and to maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Our HR policy is based on: • Effective work organization • Regular opportunities for dialogue • A workplace environment recognized by our teams as healthy and positive • The implementation of working conditions that encourage engagement and professional fulfillment
Complying with Standards, Ensuring Quality
We design and manufacture products that are compliant with current regulations and standards, particularly in the field of technical textiles. The majority of our products are certified flame-retardant (M1 standard and other international standards), ensuring their compliance and safety in demanding professional environments. Additionally, we offer ranges certified by OEKO‑TEX®, which guarantee the absence of harmful substances and meet high health and environmental criteria.
Our CSR Policy: a Structured Approach Aligned with International Standards
ISO 26000 Standard
We rely on its 7 core subjects to structure our actions:
Organizational
Governance
Human
Rights
Labor
Practices
Environment
Fair Operating
Practices
Consumer
Issues
Community Involvement
and Development
These areas guide our actions and ensure the consistency of our approach across the entire value chain.
Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Among the 17 SDGs defined by the United Nations, we have identified 4 priority goals, directly linked to our activity, our impacts, and the expectations of our stakeholders:
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