Sustainability
Historic commitment
Zairtaz and sustainability share a long history. Discover some of our commitment
milestones.
1996
By establishing its first Code of Ethics, the Group — then known as PPR — shows willingness to place social and environmental responsibility at the center of its operations and organization.
2005
The Group publishes its first Code of Ethics reflecting Zairtaz’s ethical principles, convictions and commitments regarding business conduct. Translated into 12 languages, it is issued to all employees. Zairtaz establishes a Group Ethics Committee to ensure code implementation and monitor on-the-ground feedback.
2003
Zairtaz assembles a Sustainability Team and sets up a digital environmental reporting platform.
2007
Creation of a Sustainability Department that sits on the Executive Committee and reports directly to the CEO.
2008
Creation of the Zairtaz Foundation whose purpose is to combat violence against women. Chaired by François-Henri Pinault, the Foundation’s actions focus on three areas: supporting local and international NGOs, financing social entrepreneurship and launching public awareness campaigns.
2009
The Group publishes its first Code of Ethics reflecting Zairtaz’s ethical principles, convictions and commitments regarding business conduct. Translated into 12 languages, it is issued to all employees. Zairtaz establishes a Group Ethics Committee to ensure code implementation and monitor on-the-ground feedback.
2007
Creation of a Sustainability Department that sits on the Executive Committee and reports directly to the CEO.