We aim to use water efficiently and optimize chemistry to create exceptional products.

Chemical Management

We strive to ensure the safe and responsible use of chemicals and promote better chemistry practices.

Restricted Substances List (RSL)

Since 2011 we have set a stringent RSL that lays out our standards for chemicals in products. Our RSL goes beyond regulatory compliance requirements, setting additional requirements on restricted substances.

Suppliers are required to meet our RSL and do regular testing to confirm compliance. Our RSL is aligned to the Apparel and Footwear International Management (AFIRM) Group. It lists substances that are banned or restricted from lululemon products and processes. All suppliers are required to participate.

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Manufacturing Restricted Substances List (MRSL) and Wastewater

We adopt the most updated version of the Zero Discharge Hazordous Chemicals (ZDHC) MRSL and ZDHC Wastewater guidelines as part of our Vendor Environmental Program.

Water Usage

In 2021, we conducted a water risk and scarcity assessment to better understand our water reduction potential. We are working with priority suppliers to set water reduction targets and action plans to reduce freshwater consumption.

We use Higg FEM to inform our Vendor Environmental Program.