The main identified risk Delta faces from climate change and extreme weather patterns is the sensitivity of cotton, which is our principal raw material. Most of the cotton sourcing countries (India, Bangladesh, Pakistan) were severely affected by droughts in recent years, which influenced the price of cotton. The same weather patterns are expected to be dominant in the coming decades.
Membership in associations Ma’ala - Delta Galil is a member of the non-profit organization Ma’ala-Business for Social Responsibility. Ma’ala is Israel’s leading advocate on corporate values and citizenship. As a
To hedge against the risk that extreme weather patterns will
member of the organization, Delta receives updated professional
affect the price of cotton, we diversify and work with suppliers
information and is connected to a local and international network
from different regions. Delta Galil also develops fabrics from
of socially responsible companies. Joining Ma’ala is a declaration
different yarns in order to offer alternatives to cotton.
of Delta Galil’s support for corporate responsibility.
Manufacturers Association of Israel
- Delta
Galil is also a member of the Manufacturers Association of Israel which promotes economic independence and security. The Association influences decision-making at the macro-economic level, including labor and foreign trade – both at the level of proposed parliamentary legislation, as well as the execution of laws.
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