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The most comprehensive sustainability assessment tool possible. As members, we self-assess our environmental, social and labor impacts during every step of production. This index is shared fellow industry and supply chain members to propel global innovation and improvement.
From farmers to brands to consumers, this internationally operating organization aims to share information about the social and environmental benefits of environmentally conscious textiles.
A collaboration among 450+ outdoor industry brands working to identify best sustainable business and corporate responsibility practices throughout our shared global supply chains.
SUSTAINABLE FIBERS
What is bluesign®?
The bluesign® system takes into account the use of energy, water, chemistry, emissions and worker safety during fabric production. Specifically, the bluesign® system monitors efficient use of resources during the “Dyeing and Finishing Process” of fabric production. The dyeing and finishing stage alone uses many resources: 85% of water, 80% of energy, and 65% of chemicals that are used to produce a single garment are used during this process. The bluesign® system audits this process to ensure that these resources are being used in the most efficient way. They rely on a 5 principle system to determine whether a fabric is up to sustainability standards. Some fan favorites – including our Samba material – are bluesign® approved.
STANDARD 100 BY OEKO-TEX® CERTIFICATION
Your skin is the largest, most porous organ in your body. STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX® is a worldwide consistent, independent testing and certification system that assures no harmful chemicals or toxins were used from fiber-to-finished garment. In short, OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 certified garments ensure your skin isn’t coming in contact with nasty chemicals. Certified fabrics are tested for over 100 harmful substances (like pesticides, carcinogenic colorants and heavy metals) that go far beyond existing national legislation. Many of our favorite fabrics, including our Earthworks line, are OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 certified.