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1% for the Planet represents a global network of businesses, individuals, and environmental organizations tackling our planet's most pressing environmental issues. Certified companies donate 1% of sales or 10% of profits, whichever is greater, to the organisation for distribution towards environmental charities.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Environmental Philanthropy.
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The brand must offer a minimum of a 4 years guarantee on the product.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Lifetime Guarantee / Warranty
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Revolutionary cushioning tech that delivers a high energy return made from thousands of specifically formulated foam pellets
Midsole foam 55% lighter than industry standard. Benefits from organic 'super fibers' that bounce back into their original shape in the space of each stride
This product contains at least 50% of Wood-based materials like wood, bamboo, cork, or paper.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Alternative Materials
This product contains at least 50% of Wood-based Viscose materials like Lyocell (incl TENCELTM, EcoVero, or Veocel)
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Alternative Materials
The product contains at least 50% of Organic materials like cotton, linen, hemp, or jute.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Organic Materials
The product contains at least 50% of Recycled Down material.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Recycled Materials
The product contains at least 50% of Recycled Metal materials like steel, aluminium, etc.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Recycled Materials
The product contains at least 50% of Recycled Plant Based materials like cotton, linen, wood-based viscose, hemp, or Jute.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Recycled Materials
The product contains at least 50% of Recycled Plastic materials like HDPE or LDPE.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Recycled Materials
The product contains at least 50% of Recycled Synthetic materials like nylon, polyester, spandex, acrylic, etc.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Recycled Materials
This alternative combination criterion applies if a product achieves at least 50% in total through a combination of our better raw materials but fails to meet the threshold of a specific material. For example, a T-Shirt is made out of 20% organic cotton and 30% recycled polyester. It would both fail the criterion for organic cotton (less than 50%) and for recycled polyester. But the total of better materials (organic cotton + recycled polyester) is 50%. Therefore it receives the Alternative Combination criterion.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Recycled Materials and/or Organic Materials and/or Alternative Materials
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Material that allows air to circulate and moisture to be released.
An innovative cushioning system that adapts to runners of all sizes and speeds, providing a custom ride
Revolutionary cushioning tech that delivers a high energy return made from thousands of specially formulated foam pellets
An innovative cushioning system that adapts to runners of all sizes and speeds, providing a custom ride
Breast Cancer Haven is a national charity that supports women through their breast cancer treatment. When breast cancer tries to rob a woman of her individuality, confidence or strength, they provide the tailored package of emotional, physical and practical support that helps her hold on to them. They support women and their families via a network of 5 welcoming centres around the UK and through an expanding network of other services. They’re there to provide women with breast cancer with the support that treatment alone can’t.
Each visitor to Breast Cancer Haven receives up to 12 free hours of one to one supportive therapy time which includes two hours with a healthcare professional. All sessions are specifically designed to address the impact and side effects of breast cancer treatment such as nausea, hair loss, anxiety and insomnia as well as practical support on things like money and work, healthy eating and exercise. Each package of support is provided free of charge and could include, massage, counselling, acupuncture and nutritional therapy amongst others. Their counselling service is also extended to our visitors’ family members, partners and close friends.
The Business Environmental Performance Initiative (BEPI) is a business-driven service provided by Amfori for retailers, importers, and brands committed to improving environmental performance in supplying factories and farms worldwide. BEPI provides a practical framework that can support all product sectors in all countries to reduce their environmental impact, business risks, and costs through improved environmental practices.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Climate Policy & Energy Usage, Chemical Management, Lower Water Consumption, Waste Management, Emission Reduction - Water, Emission Reduction - Air.
B Corporation (also B Lab or B Corp) is a private certification of for-profit companies of their "social and environmental performance. To be granted and to maintain certification, companies must receive a minimum score of 80 from an assessment of "social and environmental performance", and integrate B Corp commitments to stakeholders into company governing documents.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Climate Policy & Energy Usage Chemical Management, Land, Soil & Biodiversity Protection, Lower Water Consumption, Waste Management.
Social: Free Labour, No child labour, Minimum Wage, Freedom of Association & Bargaining, Freedom from Discrimination & Equal Compensation, No Abuse or Harassment, Working Hours, Health & Safety, Skills & Developments, Additional Social Security & Benefits, Women Empowerment, Promotion of Disadvantaged Groups & Minorities
At the production site(s) of a bluesign® SYSTEM PARTNER, all activities shall be guided by the following three principles: 1. The activities performed at the production site shall not have a harmful impact on human beings, animals, plants, soil, aquatic bodies or the atmosphere. 2. A high level of human health and environmental protection shall be ensured, with the goal of achieving sustainable development. A bluesign® SYSTEM PARTNER shall be aware of the Best Available Techniques (BAT) that are relevant to the industry and shall implement these techniques to continually improve environmental performance.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Recycled Materials, Climate Policy & Energy Usage, Chemical Management Land, Soil & Biodiversity Protection, Lower Water Consumption, Waste Management, Emission Reduction - Water, Emission Reduction - Air.
Social: Free Labour, No child labour, Freedom of Association & Bargaining, Freedom from Discrimination & Equal Compensation, No Abuse or Harassment Working Hours, Health & Safety.
BSCI has a strong code of conduct with 11 principles. These range from fair remuneration to no child labour, along with a step-by-step approach that enables companies to monitor, engage, get empowered and receive support to put sustainable trade at the heart of their business.
Impacted Areas:
Social: Free Labour, No child labour, Minimum Wage, Freedom of Association & Bargaining, Freedom from Discrimination & Equal Compensation, No Abuse or Harassment, Working Hours, Health & Safety, Additional Social Security & Benefits.
At the production site(s) of a bluesign® SYSTEM PARTNER, all activities shall be guided by the following three principles: 1. The activities performed at the production site shall not have a harmful impact on human beings, animals, plants, soil, aquatic bodies or the atmosphere. 2. A high level of human health and environmental protection shall be ensured, with the goal of achieving sustainable development. A bluesign® SYSTEM PARTNER shall be aware of the Best Available Techniques (BAT) that are relevant to the industry and shall implement these techniques to continually improve environmental performance.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Recycled Materials, Climate Policy & Energy Usage, Chemical Management Land, Soil & Biodiversity Protection, Lower Water Consumption, Waste Management, Emission Reduction - Water, Emission Reduction - Air.
Social: Free Labour, No child labour, Freedom of Association & Bargaining, Freedom from Discrimination & Equal Compensation, No Abuse or Harassment, Working Hours, Health & Safety.
At the production site(s) of a bluesign® SYSTEM PARTNER, all activities shall be guided by the following three principles: 1. The activities performed at the production site shall not have a harmful impact on human beings, animals, plants, soil, aquatic bodies or the atmosphere. 2. A high level of human health and environmental protection shall be ensured, with the goal of achieving sustainable development. A bluesign® SYSTEM PARTNER shall be aware of the Best Available Techniques (BAT) that are relevant to the industry and shall implement these techniques to continually improve environmental performance.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Recycled Materials, Climate Policy & Energy Usage, Chemical Management Land, Soil & Biodiversity Protection, Lower Water Consumption, Waste Management, Emission Reduction - Water, Emission Reduction - Air.
Social: Free Labour, No child labour, Freedom of Association & Bargaining, Freedom from Discrimination & Equal Compensation, No Abuse or Harassment, Working Hours, Health & Safety.
BOA stands for “boot opening adjustment.” The system is designed to make it easy and fast to put on or take off your boots – even when they're wet or icy. It is one of the most precise, reliable and durable fastings available.
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The materials used to cushion the foot as it hits the ground, such as foam or gel
A carbon fibre plate in the midsole helps to increase responsiveness, preserve energy and maximise speed. It's guaranteed to have you running faster and further with no extra effort.
Climate Neutral Certified is the standard for clear and immediate climate action. Its priority is to get companies to focus on carbon footprint measurement and reduction programs using the insights from carbon measurement to take measurable actions. The label is a symbol of companies that work actively to decarbonize across their entire business - value chain and beyond.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Climate Policy & Energy Usage
A Carbon Neutral Certification demonstrates an organization’s commitment to decarbonisation, and the neutralisation of their remaining impact through the support of environmental projects.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Climate Policy & Energy Usage
The world’s first independent certification for organisations that are measuring, managing, and reducing greenhouse gas (CO2e) emissions in their supply chains. Understanding supply chain emissions and engaging suppliers to drive decarbonisation across the value chain is a key step on the journey to net zero. This Standard is an enabler for supply chain emissions assessment, supplier engagement, and a demonstration of dedication to reducing upstream emissions.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Climate Policy & Energy Usage
This label shows that the product’s carbon footprint is reducing year on year and that the company has committed to achieving ongoing footprint reductions
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Climate Policy & Energy Usage
Cradle to Cradle Certified® is the global standard for products that are safe, circular, and responsibly made. Cradle to Cradle Certified assesses the safety, circularity, and responsibility of materials and products across five categories of sustainability performance: material health, product circularity, clean air and climate protection, water & soil stewardship, and social fairness.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Recycled Materials, Circularity - Design (Design for easier full circle recycling), Climate Policy & Energy Usage, Chemical Management, Land, Soil & Biodiversity Protection, Lower Water Consumption, Emission Reduction - Water, Emission Reduction - Air.
Social: Free Labour, No child labour, Minimum Wage, Freedom of Association & Bargaining, Freedom from Discrimination & Equal Compensation, No Abuse or Harassment, Working Hours Health & Safety, Additional Social Security & Benefits.
Animal Welfare.
The carbon footprint in CO2e (carbon dioxide emission equivalent) in kg of a product.
Smiths lens technology that gives increased, detail and definition for visual comfort on the mountain.
An Anatomical shape that matches the shape of the foot, allowing for better out-of-the box initial fit. The dimples offer less tension allowing it to be customised, retaining the new shape better and for longer.
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Delivers support while guiding your foot without the use of rigid and unforgiving materials
The Down Codex certificate is only awarded if the strictest ecological and animal-friendly requirements are met, which even exceed the applicable EU law. The origin of the down used in the products can be traced on the internet: Each product contains a sewn-in code that can be entered on the Down Codex website. This provides details on the origin and quality of the down as well as an IDFL animal welfare report.
Impacted Areas:
Animal Welfare
Products labelled with the DOWNPASS guarantee high quality and the certainty that down and feathers used as filling material are ethically sourced and come from tightly controlled and traceable supply chains.
Impacted Areas:
Animal Welfare
DWR stands for "Durable Water Repellent," and it refers to a coating applied to fabrics used in functional clothing and footwear to make them water-repellent. DWR treatments prevent water from being absorbed by the fabric, causing water to bead up and roll off the surface, thus maintaining the fabric's breathability.
Duel core is Lange's sandwich shell construction. By sandwiching the soft plastic core to a more ridged plastic enhances the tension in the boot, making it more reactive and giving you a more explosive snap and rebound when skiing.
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Gives runners cushioning which is more flexible, and more durable, with a livelier feeling from first step to last
A beauty care product is COSMOS ORGANIC certified only if: 95% minimum of the plants it contains are organic. At least 20% of organic ingredients are present in the total formula (10% for rinse-off products).
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Organic Materials, Chemical Management, Land, Soil & Biodiversity Protection, Waste Management.
Animal Welfare.
The European Union's organic logo gives a coherent visual identity to organic products produced in the EU. The organic logo can only be used on products that have been certified as organic by an authorised control agency or body. This means that they have fulfilled strict conditions on how they must be produced, processed, transported, and stored. The logo can only be used on products when they contain at least 95% organic ingredients.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Organic Materials, Land, Soil & Biodiversity Protection, Emission Reduction - Water.
The EU Ecolabel certifies products with a guaranteed, independently-verified low environmental impact. To be awarded the EU Ecolabel, goods and services should meet high environmental standards throughout their entire life cycle: from raw material extraction through production and distribution to disposal. The label also encourages companies to develop innovative products that are durable, easy to repair, and recyclable.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Lifetime Guarantee / Warranty, Chemical Management, Emission Reduction - Water, Emission Reduction - Air.
A beauty care product is COSMOS ORGANIC certified only if: 95% minimum of the plants it contains are organic. At least 20% of organic ingredients are present in the total formula (10% for rinse-off products).
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Organic Materials, Chemical Management, Land, Soil & Biodiversity Protection, Waste Management.
Animal Welfare.
Eco Quickdry is a technology based on micro-algae oil, which means it is natural and sustainable. This finish ensures that sweat evaporates quickly, keeping you dry at all times.
Salomon’s patented
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Midsole foam 55% lighter than the industry standard. They benefit from organic 'super fibers' that bounce back into their original shape in the space of each stride
Unbelievably soft and light foam brings a cloud-like feel to your run and workout
FSC (or The Forest Stewardship Council) is a global non-profit organisation that promotes the responsible management of the world's forests and everything within them. FSC audits and certifies forests all over the world to ensure they meet the highest environmental and social standards.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Chemical Management, Land, Soil & Biodiversity Protection, Waste Management
Social: Freedom of Association & Bargaining, Freedom from Discrimination & Equal Compensation, Health & Safety, Promotion of Disadvantaged Groups & Minorities
The Fair Trade USA serves workers in facilities that produce a variety of products, such as apparel, footwear, and home goods. The objective of the FTC is to increase empowerment, including leadership, economic development, and organization of workers employed in these facilities, and to ensure fair working conditions and environmentally responsible production methods.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Climate Policy & Energy Usage, Chemical Management, Lower Water Consumption, Waste Management, Emission Reduction - Water.
Social: Free Labour, No child labour, Minimum Wage, Freedom of Association & Bargaining, Freedom from Discrimination & Equal Compensation, No Abuse or Harassment, Working Hours, Health & Safety, Additional Social Security & Benefits, and Women Empowerment.
The Fairtrade Textile Standard is one component of the greater Fairtrade Textile Programme to facilitate change in textile supply chains and related business practices. This comprehensive approach engages manufacturers and workers in the supply chain to bring about better wages and working conditions and engages brands to commit to fair terms of trade. The intent of the environmental requirements is to reduce negative impacts on workers and the environment by controlling chemical use and practices.
Impacted Areas:
Environmental: Climate Policy & Energy Usage, Chemical Management, Lower Water Consumption, Waste Management, Emission Reduction - Water, Emission Reduction - Air.
Social: Free Labour, No child labour, Minimum Wage, Freedom of Association & Bargaining, Freedom from Discrimination & Equal Compensation, No Abuse or Harassment, Working Hours, Health & Safety, Skills & Developments, Additional Social Security & Benefits, Women Empowerment, Promotion of Disadvantaged Groups & Minorities.
FLA offers two evaluation programs for companies committed to improving working conditions in different tiers of its supply chain, including farms and factories.FLA Accreditation signifies that a company has effective systems in place that protect workers in their global supply chain.
Impacted Areas:
Social: Free Labour, No child labour, Minimum Wage, Freedom of Association & Bargaining, Freedom from Discrimination & Equal Compensation, No Abuse or Harassment, Working Hours, Health & Safety.
The Fair Wear Code of Labour Practices contains eight labour standards that are based on the conventions of the International Labour Organization (ILO) and the Universal Declaration on Human Rights. The Fair Wear Code of Labour Practices is known for its strong provisions on freedom of association, hours of work, and a living wage.
Impacted Areas:
Social: Free Labour, No child labour, Minimum Wage, Freedom of Association & Bargaining, Freedom from Discrimination & Equal Compensation, Working Hours, Health & Safety.
Wood from a Forest Stewardship Council. The FSC now covers 160 million Hectors of forest worldwide and means that the materials used are from responsible forestry.
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A waterproof fabric which is also breathable
A Brooks feature. Midsole construction that helps your hips, knees and joints move in their unique motion path
Misdole construction that helps your hips, knees and joints move in their unique motion path
The Global Traceable Down Standard (Global TDS) helps companies demonstrate that down in garments and other household and commercial products comes from a responsible source that respects animal welfare and can be transparently traced.
Impacted Areas:
Animal Welfare
Products carrying GOTS logos contain the credible assurance of the organic origin of the product, as well as environmentally and socially responsible processing. The entire organic supply chain is covered, from harvesting to manufacturing and trading, delivering credible assurance to end consumers.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Chemical Management, Emission Reduction - Water
Social: Free labour, No child labour, Minimum wage, Freedom of Association & Bargaining, Freedom from Discrimination & Equal Compensation, No Abuse or Harassment, Working Hours, Health & Safety
The GRS is to verify the recycled content of products (both finished and intermediate) and to verify responsible social, environmental, and chemical practices in their production. The objectives of the GRS are to define requirements to ensure accurate content claims and good working conditions, and that harmful environmental and chemical impacts are minimised.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Chemical Management, Lower Water Consumption, Waste Management, Emission Reduction - Water, Emission Reduction - Air
Social: Free labour, No child labour, Minimum wage, Freedom of Association & Bargaining, Freedom from Discrimination & Equal Compensation, No Abuse or Harassment, Working Hours, Health & Safety
The Green Button is a government-run certification label for sustainable textiles. There is currently no other label like the Green Button. It demands that mandatory standards are met to protect people and the environment. A total of 46 stringent social and environmental criteria must be met, covering a wide spectrum from wastewater to forced labour.
Impacted Areas:
Environmental: Chemical Management, Emission Reduction - Water, Emission Reduction - Air.
Social: Free Labour, No child labour, Minimum Wage, Freedom of Association & Bargaining, Freedom from Discrimination & Equal Compensation, No Abuse or Harassment, Working Hours, Health & Safety, and Women Empowerment.
Products carrying GOTS logos contain the credible assurance of the organic origin of the product, as well as environmentally and socially responsible processing. The entire organic supply chain is covered, from harvesting to manufacturing and trading, delivering credible assurance to end consumers.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Chemical Management, Emission Reduction - Water
Social: Free labour, No child labour, Minimum wage, Freedom of Association & Bargaining, Freedom from Discrimination & Equal Compensation, No Abuse or Harassment, Working Hours, Health & Safety
GreenFirst is a plant-based and wash-resistant treatment that offers effective protection from four types of mosquitoes. It is ecological due to the natural ingredient geraniol which is biodegradable. GreenFirst also provides UV protection factor 50+.
Rocker shaped with extra grip Ski boot heel and toe plates, more in line to look like the sole of a shoe. Compatible to Grip walk Binding or Marker I.D and MNC bindings. Gripwalk bindings and boots will have the grip walk logo visible.
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Difference in height between the heel and forefoot
Delivers support while guiding your foot without the use of rigid and unforgiving materials
Specifically designed with a low heel-toe differential and a sculpted outsole like a rocking chair, to encourage a guided gait cycle
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Increased repairability also extends a product’s lifecycle and thus reducing the need for new raw materials and preventing environmental impact through disposing of the item.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Circularity - Repairability
A lighter and thinner outer shell, it is bonded to the EPS as the foam liner is formed
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The parts of the sole that grip the surface of the ground, larger lugs = more grip
The LWG aims to become a global sustainability standard for leather manufacturing, covering all elements and actors in the leather value chain. The organization focuses on ensuring high environmental standards in leather production and transparency within the leather supply chain.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Chemical Management, Lower Water Consumption, Waste Management, Emission Reduction - Water
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The middle layer of the sole used to provide stability and/ or cushioning
The arch side of the shoe
Specifically designed with a low heel-toe differential and a sculpted outsole like a rocking chair, to encourage a guided gait cycle
The brand must offer a minimum of a 4 years guarantee on the product.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Lifetime Guarantee / Warranty
A Mips or Multi-directional Impact Protection System is a low-friction layer located between the EPS and inner helmet liner that reduces rotational impact forces. This helps protect your brain from concussion and trauma.
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Where the foot maintains a straight line from ankle to knee when it strikes the floor
Responsive low-profile cushioning that athletes can feel
Unbelievably soft and light foam brings a cloud-like feel to your run and workout
The NATIVA™ Regenerative Agriculture Program is a robust system with a triple impact based on scientific research and backed by data. It protects the land by bettering its soil quality, safeguards the animals by ensuring their healthy keeping, and supports farmers and local communities by improving their livelihoods. It aims to achieve greater water quality and increased CO2 capturing levels.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Climate Policy & Energy Usage, Chemical Management, Land, Soil & Biodiversity Protection, Lower Water Consumption, Waste Management, Emission Reduction - Water
Animal Welfare
Per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a group of chemicals used to make fluoropolymer coatings and products that resist water, heat, oil, stains, and grease. Fluoropolymer coatings can be in a variety of products. These include clothing, furniture, adhesives, food packaging. PFCs (per- and poly-flourinated chemicals) are a subgroup of PFAS. They are commonly used in DWR (durable water repellent) coatings and waterproof membranes. PFAS (incl PFCs) have been proven to be environmentally harmful because they do not break down in the environment (forever chemicals), they can move through soils and contaminate drinking water sources, and build up (bioaccumulate) in fish and wildlife.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Chemical Management
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Where the foot rolls too far inwards when it strikes the floor
Bottom of the shoe that comes into contact with the ground
MADE IN GREEN by OEKO-TEX® is a traceable product label for all kinds of textiles and leather products that have been manufactured in environmentally friendly facilities under safe and socially responsible working conditions. The MADE IN GREEN label also reassures consumers that the textile or leather product is made of materials that have been tested for harmful substances.
Impacted Areas:
Environmental: Climate Policy & Energy Usage, Chemical Management, Lower Water Consumption, Waste Management, Emission Reduction - Water, Emission Reduction - Air.
Social: Free Labour, No child labour, Minimum Wage, Freedom of Association & Bargaining, Freedom from Discrimination & Equal Compensation, No Abuse or Harassment, Working Hours, Health & Safety.
Organic Cotton is cotton that is grown using organic farming practices, which eliminate the use of synthetic pesticides, herbicides, and genetically modified organisms seeds. Organic cotton farming relies on natural solutions to manage pests, supports biodiversity, improves soil quality, and often uses less water. It is a more environmentally and socially responsible alternative to conventional cotton farming, which involves the extensive use of chemical pesticides and synthetic fertilisers that can harm soil, water, air, and living organisms. Choosing organic cotton helps reduce the environmental impact of cotton production and promotes sustainable agriculture.
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The Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) is a leading global alliance of national forest certification systems. As an international non-profit, non-governmental organization, they are dedicated to promoting sustainable forest management through independent third-party certification.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Land, Soil & Biodiversity Protection
Social: Free labour, No child labour, Freedom of Association & Bargaining, Freedom from Discrimination & Equal Compensation, No Abuse or Harassment, Health & Safety
Polartec microfleece technology has a unique lofted stricture that's as breathable as it is warm. The lightweight fabrics offer superior wicking, cooling and insulating capabilities.
The quick-drying premium polyester yarns repel moisture and the lofted structures create thermal air pockets to retain warmth and deliver optimal breathability.
Prizm is a lens technology that enhances colour and contrast to improve vision and performance. It filters out interference and boosts certain wavelengths of colour vision for better detail and clarity.
Photochromic is a light modulating lens for high and low visibility days.
Pultonite is a High-quality Polycarbonate plastic material used in Sunglasses lens it blocks out 100% UVA, UVB & UVC plus blue light up to 400m.
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A Quadralizer sidecut is a blend of Equalizer and Quadratic giving the board a superior edge control and grip.
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A shoe with slightly less cushioning with better rebound from the ground
The Responsible Down Standard (RDS) aims to ensure that down and feathers come from animals that have not been subjected to any unnecessary harm. The standard is used to reward and influence the down and feather industry to incentivize practices that respect the humane treatment of ducks and geese. The standard also provides companies and consumers with a tool to know what is in their products and to make accurate claims.
Impacted Areas:
Animal Welfare
The Responsible Alpaca Standard (RAS) is an international, voluntary standard that addresses animal welfare in the alpaca supply chain and chain of custody of alpaca fiber material from certified farms to the final product.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Chemical Management, Land, Soil & Biodiversity Protection
Social: Free labour, No child labour, Minimum wage, Freedom of Association & Bargaining, Freedom from Discrimination & Equal Compensation, No Abuse or Harassment, Working Hours, Health & Safety
Animal Welfare
The Responsible Mohair Standard is a voluntary standard that addresses the welfare of goats and the land they graze on.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Chemical Management, Land, Soil & Biodiversity Protection
Social: Free labour, No child labour, Minimum wage, Freedom of Association & Bargaining, Freedom from Discrimination & Equal Compensation, No Abuse or Harassment, Working Hours, Health & Safety
Animal Welfare
The Responsible Wool Standard (RWS) is an industry tool designed to recognize the best practices of farmers, ensuring that wool comes from farms with a progressive approach to managing their land, and from sheep that have been treated responsibly.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Chemical Management, Land, Soil & Biodiversity Protection
Social: Free labour, No child labour, Minimum wage, Freedom of Association & Bargaining, Freedom from Discrimination & Equal Compensation, No Abuse or Harassment, Working Hours, Health & Safety
Animal Welfare
Recycled polyester is made from recycled plastic. It is a great way to divert plastic from our landfills. The production of recycled polyester requires far fewer resources than that of new fibers and generates fewer CO2 emissions.
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A shoe with inbuilt arch support to prevent overpronation
EVERUN gives runners cushioning which is flexible, and more durable, with a livelier feel from first step to last
The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) is a collaboration between the CDP, the United Nations Global Compact, World Resources Institute (WRI), and the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF). Companies shall set one or more targets to reach a state of reducing their scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions to a residual level that is consistent with the scenario of limiting global warming to 1.5°C by 2030.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Climate Policy & Energy Usage
The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) is a collaboration between the CDP, the United Nations Global Compact, World Resources Institute (WRI), and the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF). Companies shall set one or more targets to reach a state of net-zero emissions, which involves: (a) reducing their scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions to zero or to a residual level that is consistent with reaching net-zero emissions in eligible 1.5°C scenarios and; (b) neutralizing any residual emissions at the net-zero target date and any GHG emissions released into the atmosphere by 2040 and thereafter.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Climate Policy & Energy Usage
The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) is a collaboration between the CDP, the United Nations Global Compact, World Resources Institute (WRI), and the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF). Companies shall set one or more targets to reach a state of net-zero emissions, which involves: (a) reducing their scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions to zero or to a residual level that is consistent with reaching net-zero emissions in eligible 1.5°C scenarios and; (b) neutralizing any residual emissions at the net-zero target date and any GHG emissions released into the atmosphere by 2050 and thereafter.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Climate Policy & Energy Usage
Second-hand products only require minimal resources for a repair or wash before entering the lifecycle again reducing the need for new raw materials and preventing environmental impact through disposing the item.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Circularity - Second Hand Product, Climate Policy & Energy Usage, Chemical Management, Land, Soil & Biodiversity Protection, Lower Water Consumption, Waste Management, Emission Reduction - Water, Emission Reduction - Air, Environmental Philathropy
SMETA is Sedex’s social auditing methodology, enabling businesses to assess their sites and suppliers to understand working conditions in their supply chain. An auditor physically attends the site of a business, enabling the auditor to assess the conditions on the ground. Social audits enable businesses to assess their suppliers, monitor the health and safety of workers, and signal zero tolerance of human rights abuses such as child and forced labour.
Impacted Areas:
Social: Free Labour, No child labour, Minimum Wage, Freedom of Association & Bargaining, Freedom from Discrimination & Equal Compensation, No Abuse or Harassment, Working Hours, Health & Safety.
Snapclean technology allows you to quickly and thoroughly clean your bottle.
Sintered Bases are faster more high-end bases, created by compressing PE Plastic instead of melting.
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The front of the shoe where the toes sit
Gradually reducing the volume and intensity of exercise in the lead up to competition
How much a shoe grips the surface of the ground
Terracare® Leather is produced as environmentally respectfully as possible: thanks to minimal consumption of resources, the transparent origin of raw materials, and an optimal recycling rate. It has a 100% transparent raw material origin, 100% clean auxiliary materials, at least 97% recycling/recovery rate, at least 40% less water consumption, and at least 30% less CO2 spent.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Recycled Materials, Climate Policy & Energy Usage, Chemical Management, Lower Water Consumption.
Social: Free Labour, No child labour, Minimum Wage, Freedom of Association & Bargaining, Freedom from Discrimination & Equal Compensation, No Abuse or Harassment, Working Hours, Health & Safety, Skills & Developments, Additional Social Security & Benefits, Women Empowerment.
The Better Cotton Initiative (BCI) is a global not-for-profit organisation and the largest cotton sustainability program in the world. BCI exists to make global cotton production better for the people who produce it, better for the environment it grows in, and better for the sector’s future. The Better Cotton Standard System is a holistic approach to sustainable cotton production. The system is designed to ensure the exchange of good practices and to encourage the scaling up of collective action to establish Better Cotton as a sustainable mainstream commodity.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Chemical Management, Land, Soil & Biodiversity Protection, Lower Water Consumption
Social: Free labour, No child labour, Minimum wage, Freedom of Association & Bargaining, Freedom from Discrimination & Equal Compensation, No Abuse or Harassment, Working Hours, Health & Safety
Thinsulation consists of wafer-thin, woven plastic fibers that trap and retain air, providing effective insulation. Thinsulate insulation is known for its thinness relative to its thermal performance, lightweight nature, moisture resistance, and warmth. It does not clump when wet, making it suitable for wet and cold conditions.
TENCEL is mainly sourced from wood grown in South Africa. The cultivation relies on natural rainfall, which means there's no need for artificial irrigation and fertilizers. Compared to traditional materials like cotton, it uses 95% less water.
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The top of the shoe. Usually referring to the material used to cover the top of the shoe
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The WFTO Fair Trade Standard comprises the 10 Principles of Fair Trade with a set of compliance criteria to assess how well members are implementing the Principles. These principles are creating opportunities for marginalised producers, creating transparency & accountability, fair trading practices, payment of fair prices, no child or forced labour, no discrimination, gender equality, and good working conditions.
Impacted Areas:
Environmental: Climate Policy & Energy Usage, Chemical Management.
Social: Free Labour, No child labour, Minimum Wage, Freedom of Association & Bargaining, Freedom from Discrimination & Equal Compensation, No Abuse or Harassment, Working Hours, Health & Safety, Skills & Developments, Promotion of Disadvantaged Groups & Minorities.
Worldwide Responsible Accredited Production (WRAP), formerly Worldwide Responsible Apparel Production is an organization whose stated aim is promoting safe, lawful, humane, and ethical manufacturing around the world. It certifies factories according to twelve "Worldwide Responsible Apparel Production Principles".
Impacted Areas:
Social: Free Labour, No child labour, Minimum Wage, Freedom of Association & Bargaining, Freedom from Discrimination & Equal Compensation, No Abuse or Harassment, Working Hours, Health & Safety.
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Responsive low-profile cushioning that athletes can feel
The ZDHC Foundation’s ZDHC CMS Framework is a chemical management system (CMS) focusing on worker safety and the reduction of environmental impact in the community and the broader environment. The ZDHC CMS Framework provides the textile, apparel, and footwear industries with a united base to work from, that can be incorporated in a wider management system, such as an Environmental Management System (EMS).
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Chemical Management
When it comes to using safer chemical inputs, it's important to know what the options are. That's where the ZDHC MRSL comes in. It supports sustainable chemical management by helping to avoid the use of banned substances during production and manufacturing. This solution facilitates the creation of end products that meet the requirements for cleaner outputs.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Chemical Management
Every ZQ-certified grower adheres to requirements about fibre quality, animal welfare and health, social standards around human rights, health & safety and wellbeing, and mitigates the negative impacts on the environment including preserving biodiversity and better water quality.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Climate Policy & Energy Usage, Land, Soil & Biodiversity Protection, Emission Reduction - Water
Social: Free labour, No child labour, Minimum wage, Freedom of Association & Bargaining, Freedom from Discrimination & Equal Compensation, No Abuse or Harassment, Health & Safety
Animal Welfare
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1% for the Planet represents a global network of businesses, individuals, and environmental organizations tackling our planet's most pressing environmental issues. Certified companies donate 1% of sales or 10% of profits, whichever is greater, to the organisation for distribution towards environmental charities.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Environmental Philanthropy.
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The brand must offer a minimum of a 4 years guarantee on the product.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Lifetime Guarantee / Warranty
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Revolutionary cushioning tech that delivers a high energy return made from thousands of specifically formulated foam pellets
Midsole foam 55% lighter than industry standard. Benefits from organic 'super fibers' that bounce back into their original shape in the space of each stride
This product contains at least 50% of Wood-based materials like wood, bamboo, cork, or paper.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Alternative Materials
This product contains at least 50% of Wood-based Viscose materials like Lyocell (incl TENCELTM, EcoVero, or Veocel)
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Alternative Materials
The product contains at least 50% of Organic materials like cotton, linen, hemp, or jute.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Organic Materials
The product contains at least 50% of Recycled Down material.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Recycled Materials
The product contains at least 50% of Recycled Metal materials like steel, aluminium, etc.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Recycled Materials
The product contains at least 50% of Recycled Plant Based materials like cotton, linen, wood-based viscose, hemp, or Jute.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Recycled Materials
The product contains at least 50% of Recycled Plastic materials like HDPE or LDPE.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Recycled Materials
The product contains at least 50% of Recycled Synthetic materials like nylon, polyester, spandex, acrylic, etc.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Recycled Materials
This alternative combination criterion applies if a product achieves at least 50% in total through a combination of our better raw materials but fails to meet the threshold of a specific material. For example, a T-Shirt is made out of 20% organic cotton and 30% recycled polyester. It would both fail the criterion for organic cotton (less than 50%) and for recycled polyester. But the total of better materials (organic cotton + recycled polyester) is 50%. Therefore it receives the Alternative Combination criterion.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Recycled Materials and/or Organic Materials and/or Alternative Materials
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Material that allows air to circulate and moisture to be released.
An innovative cushioning system that adapts to runners of all sizes and speeds, providing a custom ride
Revolutionary cushioning tech that delivers a high energy return made from thousands of specially formulated foam pellets
An innovative cushioning system that adapts to runners of all sizes and speeds, providing a custom ride
Breast Cancer Haven is a national charity that supports women through their breast cancer treatment. When breast cancer tries to rob a woman of her individuality, confidence or strength, they provide the tailored package of emotional, physical and practical support that helps her hold on to them. They support women and their families via a network of 5 welcoming centres around the UK and through an expanding network of other services. They’re there to provide women with breast cancer with the support that treatment alone can’t.
Each visitor to Breast Cancer Haven receives up to 12 free hours of one to one supportive therapy time which includes two hours with a healthcare professional. All sessions are specifically designed to address the impact and side effects of breast cancer treatment such as nausea, hair loss, anxiety and insomnia as well as practical support on things like money and work, healthy eating and exercise. Each package of support is provided free of charge and could include, massage, counselling, acupuncture and nutritional therapy amongst others. Their counselling service is also extended to our visitors’ family members, partners and close friends.
The Business Environmental Performance Initiative (BEPI) is a business-driven service provided by Amfori for retailers, importers, and brands committed to improving environmental performance in supplying factories and farms worldwide. BEPI provides a practical framework that can support all product sectors in all countries to reduce their environmental impact, business risks, and costs through improved environmental practices.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Climate Policy & Energy Usage, Chemical Management, Lower Water Consumption, Waste Management, Emission Reduction - Water, Emission Reduction - Air.
B Corporation (also B Lab or B Corp) is a private certification of for-profit companies of their "social and environmental performance. To be granted and to maintain certification, companies must receive a minimum score of 80 from an assessment of "social and environmental performance", and integrate B Corp commitments to stakeholders into company governing documents.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Climate Policy & Energy Usage Chemical Management, Land, Soil & Biodiversity Protection, Lower Water Consumption, Waste Management.
Social: Free Labour, No child labour, Minimum Wage, Freedom of Association & Bargaining, Freedom from Discrimination & Equal Compensation, No Abuse or Harassment, Working Hours, Health & Safety, Skills & Developments, Additional Social Security & Benefits, Women Empowerment, Promotion of Disadvantaged Groups & Minorities
At the production site(s) of a bluesign® SYSTEM PARTNER, all activities shall be guided by the following three principles: 1. The activities performed at the production site shall not have a harmful impact on human beings, animals, plants, soil, aquatic bodies or the atmosphere. 2. A high level of human health and environmental protection shall be ensured, with the goal of achieving sustainable development. A bluesign® SYSTEM PARTNER shall be aware of the Best Available Techniques (BAT) that are relevant to the industry and shall implement these techniques to continually improve environmental performance.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Recycled Materials, Climate Policy & Energy Usage, Chemical Management Land, Soil & Biodiversity Protection, Lower Water Consumption, Waste Management, Emission Reduction - Water, Emission Reduction - Air.
Social: Free Labour, No child labour, Freedom of Association & Bargaining, Freedom from Discrimination & Equal Compensation, No Abuse or Harassment Working Hours, Health & Safety.
BSCI has a strong code of conduct with 11 principles. These range from fair remuneration to no child labour, along with a step-by-step approach that enables companies to monitor, engage, get empowered and receive support to put sustainable trade at the heart of their business.
Impacted Areas:
Social: Free Labour, No child labour, Minimum Wage, Freedom of Association & Bargaining, Freedom from Discrimination & Equal Compensation, No Abuse or Harassment, Working Hours, Health & Safety, Additional Social Security & Benefits.
At the production site(s) of a bluesign® SYSTEM PARTNER, all activities shall be guided by the following three principles: 1. The activities performed at the production site shall not have a harmful impact on human beings, animals, plants, soil, aquatic bodies or the atmosphere. 2. A high level of human health and environmental protection shall be ensured, with the goal of achieving sustainable development. A bluesign® SYSTEM PARTNER shall be aware of the Best Available Techniques (BAT) that are relevant to the industry and shall implement these techniques to continually improve environmental performance.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Recycled Materials, Climate Policy & Energy Usage, Chemical Management Land, Soil & Biodiversity Protection, Lower Water Consumption, Waste Management, Emission Reduction - Water, Emission Reduction - Air.
Social: Free Labour, No child labour, Freedom of Association & Bargaining, Freedom from Discrimination & Equal Compensation, No Abuse or Harassment, Working Hours, Health & Safety.
At the production site(s) of a bluesign® SYSTEM PARTNER, all activities shall be guided by the following three principles: 1. The activities performed at the production site shall not have a harmful impact on human beings, animals, plants, soil, aquatic bodies or the atmosphere. 2. A high level of human health and environmental protection shall be ensured, with the goal of achieving sustainable development. A bluesign® SYSTEM PARTNER shall be aware of the Best Available Techniques (BAT) that are relevant to the industry and shall implement these techniques to continually improve environmental performance.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Recycled Materials, Climate Policy & Energy Usage, Chemical Management Land, Soil & Biodiversity Protection, Lower Water Consumption, Waste Management, Emission Reduction - Water, Emission Reduction - Air.
Social: Free Labour, No child labour, Freedom of Association & Bargaining, Freedom from Discrimination & Equal Compensation, No Abuse or Harassment, Working Hours, Health & Safety.
BOA stands for “boot opening adjustment.” The system is designed to make it easy and fast to put on or take off your boots – even when they're wet or icy. It is one of the most precise, reliable and durable fastings available.
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The materials used to cushion the foot as it hits the ground, such as foam or gel
A carbon fibre plate in the midsole helps to increase responsiveness, preserve energy and maximise speed. It's guaranteed to have you running faster and further with no extra effort.
Climate Neutral Certified is the standard for clear and immediate climate action. Its priority is to get companies to focus on carbon footprint measurement and reduction programs using the insights from carbon measurement to take measurable actions. The label is a symbol of companies that work actively to decarbonize across their entire business - value chain and beyond.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Climate Policy & Energy Usage
A Carbon Neutral Certification demonstrates an organization’s commitment to decarbonisation, and the neutralisation of their remaining impact through the support of environmental projects.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Climate Policy & Energy Usage
The world’s first independent certification for organisations that are measuring, managing, and reducing greenhouse gas (CO2e) emissions in their supply chains. Understanding supply chain emissions and engaging suppliers to drive decarbonisation across the value chain is a key step on the journey to net zero. This Standard is an enabler for supply chain emissions assessment, supplier engagement, and a demonstration of dedication to reducing upstream emissions.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Climate Policy & Energy Usage
This label shows that the product’s carbon footprint is reducing year on year and that the company has committed to achieving ongoing footprint reductions
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Climate Policy & Energy Usage
Cradle to Cradle Certified® is the global standard for products that are safe, circular, and responsibly made. Cradle to Cradle Certified assesses the safety, circularity, and responsibility of materials and products across five categories of sustainability performance: material health, product circularity, clean air and climate protection, water & soil stewardship, and social fairness.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Recycled Materials, Circularity - Design (Design for easier full circle recycling), Climate Policy & Energy Usage, Chemical Management, Land, Soil & Biodiversity Protection, Lower Water Consumption, Emission Reduction - Water, Emission Reduction - Air.
Social: Free Labour, No child labour, Minimum Wage, Freedom of Association & Bargaining, Freedom from Discrimination & Equal Compensation, No Abuse or Harassment, Working Hours Health & Safety, Additional Social Security & Benefits.
Animal Welfare.
The carbon footprint in CO2e (carbon dioxide emission equivalent) in kg of a product.
Smiths lens technology that gives increased, detail and definition for visual comfort on the mountain.
An Anatomical shape that matches the shape of the foot, allowing for better out-of-the box initial fit. The dimples offer less tension allowing it to be customised, retaining the new shape better and for longer.
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Delivers support while guiding your foot without the use of rigid and unforgiving materials
The Down Codex certificate is only awarded if the strictest ecological and animal-friendly requirements are met, which even exceed the applicable EU law. The origin of the down used in the products can be traced on the internet: Each product contains a sewn-in code that can be entered on the Down Codex website. This provides details on the origin and quality of the down as well as an IDFL animal welfare report.
Impacted Areas:
Animal Welfare
Products labelled with the DOWNPASS guarantee high quality and the certainty that down and feathers used as filling material are ethically sourced and come from tightly controlled and traceable supply chains.
Impacted Areas:
Animal Welfare
DWR stands for "Durable Water Repellent," and it refers to a coating applied to fabrics used in functional clothing and footwear to make them water-repellent. DWR treatments prevent water from being absorbed by the fabric, causing water to bead up and roll off the surface, thus maintaining the fabric's breathability.
Duel core is Lange's sandwich shell construction. By sandwiching the soft plastic core to a more ridged plastic enhances the tension in the boot, making it more reactive and giving you a more explosive snap and rebound when skiing.
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Gives runners cushioning which is more flexible, and more durable, with a livelier feeling from first step to last
A beauty care product is COSMOS ORGANIC certified only if: 95% minimum of the plants it contains are organic. At least 20% of organic ingredients are present in the total formula (10% for rinse-off products).
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Organic Materials, Chemical Management, Land, Soil & Biodiversity Protection, Waste Management.
Animal Welfare.
The European Union's organic logo gives a coherent visual identity to organic products produced in the EU. The organic logo can only be used on products that have been certified as organic by an authorised control agency or body. This means that they have fulfilled strict conditions on how they must be produced, processed, transported, and stored. The logo can only be used on products when they contain at least 95% organic ingredients.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Organic Materials, Land, Soil & Biodiversity Protection, Emission Reduction - Water.
The EU Ecolabel certifies products with a guaranteed, independently-verified low environmental impact. To be awarded the EU Ecolabel, goods and services should meet high environmental standards throughout their entire life cycle: from raw material extraction through production and distribution to disposal. The label also encourages companies to develop innovative products that are durable, easy to repair, and recyclable.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Lifetime Guarantee / Warranty, Chemical Management, Emission Reduction - Water, Emission Reduction - Air.
A beauty care product is COSMOS ORGANIC certified only if: 95% minimum of the plants it contains are organic. At least 20% of organic ingredients are present in the total formula (10% for rinse-off products).
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Organic Materials, Chemical Management, Land, Soil & Biodiversity Protection, Waste Management.
Animal Welfare.
Eco Quickdry is a technology based on micro-algae oil, which means it is natural and sustainable. This finish ensures that sweat evaporates quickly, keeping you dry at all times.
Salomon’s patented
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Midsole foam 55% lighter than the industry standard. They benefit from organic 'super fibers' that bounce back into their original shape in the space of each stride
Unbelievably soft and light foam brings a cloud-like feel to your run and workout
FSC (or The Forest Stewardship Council) is a global non-profit organisation that promotes the responsible management of the world's forests and everything within them. FSC audits and certifies forests all over the world to ensure they meet the highest environmental and social standards.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Chemical Management, Land, Soil & Biodiversity Protection, Waste Management
Social: Freedom of Association & Bargaining, Freedom from Discrimination & Equal Compensation, Health & Safety, Promotion of Disadvantaged Groups & Minorities
The Fair Trade USA serves workers in facilities that produce a variety of products, such as apparel, footwear, and home goods. The objective of the FTC is to increase empowerment, including leadership, economic development, and organization of workers employed in these facilities, and to ensure fair working conditions and environmentally responsible production methods.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Climate Policy & Energy Usage, Chemical Management, Lower Water Consumption, Waste Management, Emission Reduction - Water.
Social: Free Labour, No child labour, Minimum Wage, Freedom of Association & Bargaining, Freedom from Discrimination & Equal Compensation, No Abuse or Harassment, Working Hours, Health & Safety, Additional Social Security & Benefits, and Women Empowerment.
The Fairtrade Textile Standard is one component of the greater Fairtrade Textile Programme to facilitate change in textile supply chains and related business practices. This comprehensive approach engages manufacturers and workers in the supply chain to bring about better wages and working conditions and engages brands to commit to fair terms of trade. The intent of the environmental requirements is to reduce negative impacts on workers and the environment by controlling chemical use and practices.
Impacted Areas:
Environmental: Climate Policy & Energy Usage, Chemical Management, Lower Water Consumption, Waste Management, Emission Reduction - Water, Emission Reduction - Air.
Social: Free Labour, No child labour, Minimum Wage, Freedom of Association & Bargaining, Freedom from Discrimination & Equal Compensation, No Abuse or Harassment, Working Hours, Health & Safety, Skills & Developments, Additional Social Security & Benefits, Women Empowerment, Promotion of Disadvantaged Groups & Minorities.
FLA offers two evaluation programs for companies committed to improving working conditions in different tiers of its supply chain, including farms and factories.FLA Accreditation signifies that a company has effective systems in place that protect workers in their global supply chain.
Impacted Areas:
Social: Free Labour, No child labour, Minimum Wage, Freedom of Association & Bargaining, Freedom from Discrimination & Equal Compensation, No Abuse or Harassment, Working Hours, Health & Safety.
The Fair Wear Code of Labour Practices contains eight labour standards that are based on the conventions of the International Labour Organization (ILO) and the Universal Declaration on Human Rights. The Fair Wear Code of Labour Practices is known for its strong provisions on freedom of association, hours of work, and a living wage.
Impacted Areas:
Social: Free Labour, No child labour, Minimum Wage, Freedom of Association & Bargaining, Freedom from Discrimination & Equal Compensation, Working Hours, Health & Safety.
Wood from a Forest Stewardship Council. The FSC now covers 160 million Hectors of forest worldwide and means that the materials used are from responsible forestry.
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A waterproof fabric which is also breathable
A Brooks feature. Midsole construction that helps your hips, knees and joints move in their unique motion path
Misdole construction that helps your hips, knees and joints move in their unique motion path
The Global Traceable Down Standard (Global TDS) helps companies demonstrate that down in garments and other household and commercial products comes from a responsible source that respects animal welfare and can be transparently traced.
Impacted Areas:
Animal Welfare
Products carrying GOTS logos contain the credible assurance of the organic origin of the product, as well as environmentally and socially responsible processing. The entire organic supply chain is covered, from harvesting to manufacturing and trading, delivering credible assurance to end consumers.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Chemical Management, Emission Reduction - Water
Social: Free labour, No child labour, Minimum wage, Freedom of Association & Bargaining, Freedom from Discrimination & Equal Compensation, No Abuse or Harassment, Working Hours, Health & Safety
The GRS is to verify the recycled content of products (both finished and intermediate) and to verify responsible social, environmental, and chemical practices in their production. The objectives of the GRS are to define requirements to ensure accurate content claims and good working conditions, and that harmful environmental and chemical impacts are minimised.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Chemical Management, Lower Water Consumption, Waste Management, Emission Reduction - Water, Emission Reduction - Air
Social: Free labour, No child labour, Minimum wage, Freedom of Association & Bargaining, Freedom from Discrimination & Equal Compensation, No Abuse or Harassment, Working Hours, Health & Safety
The Green Button is a government-run certification label for sustainable textiles. There is currently no other label like the Green Button. It demands that mandatory standards are met to protect people and the environment. A total of 46 stringent social and environmental criteria must be met, covering a wide spectrum from wastewater to forced labour.
Impacted Areas:
Environmental: Chemical Management, Emission Reduction - Water, Emission Reduction - Air.
Social: Free Labour, No child labour, Minimum Wage, Freedom of Association & Bargaining, Freedom from Discrimination & Equal Compensation, No Abuse or Harassment, Working Hours, Health & Safety, and Women Empowerment.
Products carrying GOTS logos contain the credible assurance of the organic origin of the product, as well as environmentally and socially responsible processing. The entire organic supply chain is covered, from harvesting to manufacturing and trading, delivering credible assurance to end consumers.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Chemical Management, Emission Reduction - Water
Social: Free labour, No child labour, Minimum wage, Freedom of Association & Bargaining, Freedom from Discrimination & Equal Compensation, No Abuse or Harassment, Working Hours, Health & Safety
GreenFirst is a plant-based and wash-resistant treatment that offers effective protection from four types of mosquitoes. It is ecological due to the natural ingredient geraniol which is biodegradable. GreenFirst also provides UV protection factor 50+.
Rocker shaped with extra grip Ski boot heel and toe plates, more in line to look like the sole of a shoe. Compatible to Grip walk Binding or Marker I.D and MNC bindings. Gripwalk bindings and boots will have the grip walk logo visible.
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Difference in height between the heel and forefoot
Delivers support while guiding your foot without the use of rigid and unforgiving materials
Specifically designed with a low heel-toe differential and a sculpted outsole like a rocking chair, to encourage a guided gait cycle
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Increased repairability also extends a product’s lifecycle and thus reducing the need for new raw materials and preventing environmental impact through disposing of the item.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Circularity - Repairability
A lighter and thinner outer shell, it is bonded to the EPS as the foam liner is formed
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The parts of the sole that grip the surface of the ground, larger lugs = more grip
The LWG aims to become a global sustainability standard for leather manufacturing, covering all elements and actors in the leather value chain. The organization focuses on ensuring high environmental standards in leather production and transparency within the leather supply chain.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Chemical Management, Lower Water Consumption, Waste Management, Emission Reduction - Water
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The middle layer of the sole used to provide stability and/ or cushioning
The arch side of the shoe
Specifically designed with a low heel-toe differential and a sculpted outsole like a rocking chair, to encourage a guided gait cycle
The brand must offer a minimum of a 4 years guarantee on the product.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Lifetime Guarantee / Warranty
A Mips or Multi-directional Impact Protection System is a low-friction layer located between the EPS and inner helmet liner that reduces rotational impact forces. This helps protect your brain from concussion and trauma.
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Where the foot maintains a straight line from ankle to knee when it strikes the floor
Responsive low-profile cushioning that athletes can feel
Unbelievably soft and light foam brings a cloud-like feel to your run and workout
The NATIVA™ Regenerative Agriculture Program is a robust system with a triple impact based on scientific research and backed by data. It protects the land by bettering its soil quality, safeguards the animals by ensuring their healthy keeping, and supports farmers and local communities by improving their livelihoods. It aims to achieve greater water quality and increased CO2 capturing levels.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Climate Policy & Energy Usage, Chemical Management, Land, Soil & Biodiversity Protection, Lower Water Consumption, Waste Management, Emission Reduction - Water
Animal Welfare
Per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a group of chemicals used to make fluoropolymer coatings and products that resist water, heat, oil, stains, and grease. Fluoropolymer coatings can be in a variety of products. These include clothing, furniture, adhesives, food packaging. PFCs (per- and poly-flourinated chemicals) are a subgroup of PFAS. They are commonly used in DWR (durable water repellent) coatings and waterproof membranes. PFAS (incl PFCs) have been proven to be environmentally harmful because they do not break down in the environment (forever chemicals), they can move through soils and contaminate drinking water sources, and build up (bioaccumulate) in fish and wildlife.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Chemical Management
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Where the foot rolls too far inwards when it strikes the floor
Bottom of the shoe that comes into contact with the ground
MADE IN GREEN by OEKO-TEX® is a traceable product label for all kinds of textiles and leather products that have been manufactured in environmentally friendly facilities under safe and socially responsible working conditions. The MADE IN GREEN label also reassures consumers that the textile or leather product is made of materials that have been tested for harmful substances.
Impacted Areas:
Environmental: Climate Policy & Energy Usage, Chemical Management, Lower Water Consumption, Waste Management, Emission Reduction - Water, Emission Reduction - Air.
Social: Free Labour, No child labour, Minimum Wage, Freedom of Association & Bargaining, Freedom from Discrimination & Equal Compensation, No Abuse or Harassment, Working Hours, Health & Safety.
Organic Cotton is cotton that is grown using organic farming practices, which eliminate the use of synthetic pesticides, herbicides, and genetically modified organisms seeds. Organic cotton farming relies on natural solutions to manage pests, supports biodiversity, improves soil quality, and often uses less water. It is a more environmentally and socially responsible alternative to conventional cotton farming, which involves the extensive use of chemical pesticides and synthetic fertilisers that can harm soil, water, air, and living organisms. Choosing organic cotton helps reduce the environmental impact of cotton production and promotes sustainable agriculture.
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The Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) is a leading global alliance of national forest certification systems. As an international non-profit, non-governmental organization, they are dedicated to promoting sustainable forest management through independent third-party certification.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Land, Soil & Biodiversity Protection
Social: Free labour, No child labour, Freedom of Association & Bargaining, Freedom from Discrimination & Equal Compensation, No Abuse or Harassment, Health & Safety
Polartec microfleece technology has a unique lofted stricture that's as breathable as it is warm. The lightweight fabrics offer superior wicking, cooling and insulating capabilities.
The quick-drying premium polyester yarns repel moisture and the lofted structures create thermal air pockets to retain warmth and deliver optimal breathability.
Prizm is a lens technology that enhances colour and contrast to improve vision and performance. It filters out interference and boosts certain wavelengths of colour vision for better detail and clarity.
Photochromic is a light modulating lens for high and low visibility days.
Pultonite is a High-quality Polycarbonate plastic material used in Sunglasses lens it blocks out 100% UVA, UVB & UVC plus blue light up to 400m.
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A Quadralizer sidecut is a blend of Equalizer and Quadratic giving the board a superior edge control and grip.
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A shoe with slightly less cushioning with better rebound from the ground
The Responsible Down Standard (RDS) aims to ensure that down and feathers come from animals that have not been subjected to any unnecessary harm. The standard is used to reward and influence the down and feather industry to incentivize practices that respect the humane treatment of ducks and geese. The standard also provides companies and consumers with a tool to know what is in their products and to make accurate claims.
Impacted Areas:
Animal Welfare
The Responsible Alpaca Standard (RAS) is an international, voluntary standard that addresses animal welfare in the alpaca supply chain and chain of custody of alpaca fiber material from certified farms to the final product.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Chemical Management, Land, Soil & Biodiversity Protection
Social: Free labour, No child labour, Minimum wage, Freedom of Association & Bargaining, Freedom from Discrimination & Equal Compensation, No Abuse or Harassment, Working Hours, Health & Safety
Animal Welfare
The Responsible Mohair Standard is a voluntary standard that addresses the welfare of goats and the land they graze on.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Chemical Management, Land, Soil & Biodiversity Protection
Social: Free labour, No child labour, Minimum wage, Freedom of Association & Bargaining, Freedom from Discrimination & Equal Compensation, No Abuse or Harassment, Working Hours, Health & Safety
Animal Welfare
The Responsible Wool Standard (RWS) is an industry tool designed to recognize the best practices of farmers, ensuring that wool comes from farms with a progressive approach to managing their land, and from sheep that have been treated responsibly.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Chemical Management, Land, Soil & Biodiversity Protection
Social: Free labour, No child labour, Minimum wage, Freedom of Association & Bargaining, Freedom from Discrimination & Equal Compensation, No Abuse or Harassment, Working Hours, Health & Safety
Animal Welfare
Recycled polyester is made from recycled plastic. It is a great way to divert plastic from our landfills. The production of recycled polyester requires far fewer resources than that of new fibers and generates fewer CO2 emissions.
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A shoe with inbuilt arch support to prevent overpronation
EVERUN gives runners cushioning which is flexible, and more durable, with a livelier feel from first step to last
The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) is a collaboration between the CDP, the United Nations Global Compact, World Resources Institute (WRI), and the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF). Companies shall set one or more targets to reach a state of reducing their scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions to a residual level that is consistent with the scenario of limiting global warming to 1.5°C by 2030.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Climate Policy & Energy Usage
The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) is a collaboration between the CDP, the United Nations Global Compact, World Resources Institute (WRI), and the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF). Companies shall set one or more targets to reach a state of net-zero emissions, which involves: (a) reducing their scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions to zero or to a residual level that is consistent with reaching net-zero emissions in eligible 1.5°C scenarios and; (b) neutralizing any residual emissions at the net-zero target date and any GHG emissions released into the atmosphere by 2040 and thereafter.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Climate Policy & Energy Usage
The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) is a collaboration between the CDP, the United Nations Global Compact, World Resources Institute (WRI), and the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF). Companies shall set one or more targets to reach a state of net-zero emissions, which involves: (a) reducing their scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions to zero or to a residual level that is consistent with reaching net-zero emissions in eligible 1.5°C scenarios and; (b) neutralizing any residual emissions at the net-zero target date and any GHG emissions released into the atmosphere by 2050 and thereafter.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Climate Policy & Energy Usage
Second-hand products only require minimal resources for a repair or wash before entering the lifecycle again reducing the need for new raw materials and preventing environmental impact through disposing the item.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Circularity - Second Hand Product, Climate Policy & Energy Usage, Chemical Management, Land, Soil & Biodiversity Protection, Lower Water Consumption, Waste Management, Emission Reduction - Water, Emission Reduction - Air, Environmental Philathropy
SMETA is Sedex’s social auditing methodology, enabling businesses to assess their sites and suppliers to understand working conditions in their supply chain. An auditor physically attends the site of a business, enabling the auditor to assess the conditions on the ground. Social audits enable businesses to assess their suppliers, monitor the health and safety of workers, and signal zero tolerance of human rights abuses such as child and forced labour.
Impacted Areas:
Social: Free Labour, No child labour, Minimum Wage, Freedom of Association & Bargaining, Freedom from Discrimination & Equal Compensation, No Abuse or Harassment, Working Hours, Health & Safety.
Snapclean technology allows you to quickly and thoroughly clean your bottle.
Sintered Bases are faster more high-end bases, created by compressing PE Plastic instead of melting.
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The front of the shoe where the toes sit
Gradually reducing the volume and intensity of exercise in the lead up to competition
How much a shoe grips the surface of the ground
Terracare® Leather is produced as environmentally respectfully as possible: thanks to minimal consumption of resources, the transparent origin of raw materials, and an optimal recycling rate. It has a 100% transparent raw material origin, 100% clean auxiliary materials, at least 97% recycling/recovery rate, at least 40% less water consumption, and at least 30% less CO2 spent.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Recycled Materials, Climate Policy & Energy Usage, Chemical Management, Lower Water Consumption.
Social: Free Labour, No child labour, Minimum Wage, Freedom of Association & Bargaining, Freedom from Discrimination & Equal Compensation, No Abuse or Harassment, Working Hours, Health & Safety, Skills & Developments, Additional Social Security & Benefits, Women Empowerment.
The Better Cotton Initiative (BCI) is a global not-for-profit organisation and the largest cotton sustainability program in the world. BCI exists to make global cotton production better for the people who produce it, better for the environment it grows in, and better for the sector’s future. The Better Cotton Standard System is a holistic approach to sustainable cotton production. The system is designed to ensure the exchange of good practices and to encourage the scaling up of collective action to establish Better Cotton as a sustainable mainstream commodity.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Chemical Management, Land, Soil & Biodiversity Protection, Lower Water Consumption
Social: Free labour, No child labour, Minimum wage, Freedom of Association & Bargaining, Freedom from Discrimination & Equal Compensation, No Abuse or Harassment, Working Hours, Health & Safety
Thinsulation consists of wafer-thin, woven plastic fibers that trap and retain air, providing effective insulation. Thinsulate insulation is known for its thinness relative to its thermal performance, lightweight nature, moisture resistance, and warmth. It does not clump when wet, making it suitable for wet and cold conditions.
TENCEL is mainly sourced from wood grown in South Africa. The cultivation relies on natural rainfall, which means there's no need for artificial irrigation and fertilizers. Compared to traditional materials like cotton, it uses 95% less water.
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The top of the shoe. Usually referring to the material used to cover the top of the shoe
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The WFTO Fair Trade Standard comprises the 10 Principles of Fair Trade with a set of compliance criteria to assess how well members are implementing the Principles. These principles are creating opportunities for marginalised producers, creating transparency & accountability, fair trading practices, payment of fair prices, no child or forced labour, no discrimination, gender equality, and good working conditions.
Impacted Areas:
Environmental: Climate Policy & Energy Usage, Chemical Management.
Social: Free Labour, No child labour, Minimum Wage, Freedom of Association & Bargaining, Freedom from Discrimination & Equal Compensation, No Abuse or Harassment, Working Hours, Health & Safety, Skills & Developments, Promotion of Disadvantaged Groups & Minorities.
Worldwide Responsible Accredited Production (WRAP), formerly Worldwide Responsible Apparel Production is an organization whose stated aim is promoting safe, lawful, humane, and ethical manufacturing around the world. It certifies factories according to twelve "Worldwide Responsible Apparel Production Principles".
Impacted Areas:
Social: Free Labour, No child labour, Minimum Wage, Freedom of Association & Bargaining, Freedom from Discrimination & Equal Compensation, No Abuse or Harassment, Working Hours, Health & Safety.
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Responsive low-profile cushioning that athletes can feel
The ZDHC Foundation’s ZDHC CMS Framework is a chemical management system (CMS) focusing on worker safety and the reduction of environmental impact in the community and the broader environment. The ZDHC CMS Framework provides the textile, apparel, and footwear industries with a united base to work from, that can be incorporated in a wider management system, such as an Environmental Management System (EMS).
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Chemical Management
When it comes to using safer chemical inputs, it's important to know what the options are. That's where the ZDHC MRSL comes in. It supports sustainable chemical management by helping to avoid the use of banned substances during production and manufacturing. This solution facilitates the creation of end products that meet the requirements for cleaner outputs.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Chemical Management
Every ZQ-certified grower adheres to requirements about fibre quality, animal welfare and health, social standards around human rights, health & safety and wellbeing, and mitigates the negative impacts on the environment including preserving biodiversity and better water quality.
Impacted Areas:
Environment: Climate Policy & Energy Usage, Land, Soil & Biodiversity Protection, Emission Reduction - Water
Social: Free labour, No child labour, Minimum wage, Freedom of Association & Bargaining, Freedom from Discrimination & Equal Compensation, No Abuse or Harassment, Health & Safety
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