These are the Champions: A Klarna x FMG Special Sustainability Report

Critics of industry-wide sustainability and ethical practices efforts often complain that “there’s too much talk” and not enough real work being done to change policies and practices. In many instances, they’re right. After all, the fashion apparel and accessories industry is a $2 trillion behemoth, and turning it around and aligning it toward short- and long-term sustainability and circular economy measures is a massive undertaking that takes time. But there are many brands who are not waiting for others to lead the way and have championed the cause by truly walking the talk — here and now. In the next few pages, leading payments solutions provider Klarna and Fairchild Media Group celebrate these “sustainability superheroes” who are innovating during a critical time in the industry by deploying bold initiatives that aim to make the world a better place. BREAKING DOWN THE URGENCY OF SUSTAINABILITY WITH Sebastian Siemiatkowski CEO and Co-Founder of Klarna Sebastian Siemiatkowski,<br />CEO of Klarna. CREDIT: Courtesy of Klarna In addition to progressing its own initiatives for sustainability, including the launch of one of the largest global carbon footprint awareness-building efforts to date in the shape of a tracker and offsetting feature in its updated app and a $10 million pledge to support sustainability

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