Interface Inc.
is a US-based modular carpet manufacturer with $1.32 billion revenue (2024) that has pursued radical circular economy principles for three decades.
Interface Inc. is a US-based modular carpet manufacturer with $1.32 billion revenue (2024) that has pursued radical circular economy principles for three decades. The company's 'Mission Zero' (launched 1994) aimed to eliminate negative environmental impact by 2020, and 'Climate Take Back' (launched 2016) aspires to operate carbon-negative.
Founded by Ray Anderson, who experienced a profound conversion after reading Paul Hawken's 'The Ecology of Commerce' in 1994, Interface redesigned its business model to close material loops through modular carpet tiles, the ReEntry take-back program, recycled content including fishing nets (Net-Works program), and CQuest backing designed for recyclability. The company achieved 96% reduction in waste to landfill and 90% renewable energy in manufacturing.
Key Leaders at Interface Inc.
Ray Anderson
Founder and Chairman
Initiated Mission Zero after reading Paul Hawken's 'The Ecology of Commerce', transforming Interface into circular economy pioneer