Garments containing organic cotton and/or recycled materials are marked with the symbols above. BIOBASED, COMPOSTABLE PACKAGING Many of our garments are delivered in packaging made from PLA material, a biodegradable polymer produced from renewable plant resources. It is a sustainable material that reduces reliance on fossil fuels and non-renewable resources, as well as lowers the carbon footprint. Ambient temperature and humidity can affect the timeframe of the decomposition process. By choosing PLA material, we reduce the amount of plastic waste and the issues associated with the lengthy degradation time of traditional plastics. MOVING TOWARDS PREFERRED FIBERS AND MATERIALS Transitioning our existing products to preferred fibers and raw materials is an ongoing process. Any garment marked with the symbol above is in the process of being transferred to organic cotton and/or recycled materials. This indicates that, upon restocking, the item will be made with the preferred materials. However, it’s important to note that we cannot yet claim that the entire stock is exclusively comprised of these materials. Textile Exchange defines “preferred” fibers and raw materials as those that deliver consistently reduced impacts and increased benefits for climate, nature, and people against conventional equivalents, through a holistic approach to transforming production systems. Textile Exchange is a global non-profit driving positive impact on climate change and nature across the fashion and textile industry. They guide and support a growing community of brands, retailers, manufacturers, farmers, and others committed to climate action toward more purposeful production, right from the start of the supply chain. New Wave Group has signed the International Accord for Health and Safety in the Textile and Garment Industry. The original Accord – or the Accord on Fire and Building Safety in Bangladesh – came into force in 2013, only weeks after the Rana Plaza disaster where a factory building collapsed. New Wave Group signed the agreement, which was a legally binding agreement for improved safety in the textile industry in Bangladesh with focus on structural, electrical and fire safety. The agreement meant, among other things, that factories undergo electrical and building inspections as well as training and education in fire safety. Now the original Accord has developed into the International Accord, which New Wave Group has also signed. In addition to fire and building safety, the International Accord also covers general work environment, and the ambition is to expand the program to other production countries, hence the name change. The Accord is a unique initiative that has a significant impact on the daily life of millions of textile workers. We are proud to be a part of this initiative. RECYCLING FOR A SUSTAINABLE SOCIETY To collect and recycle waste packages is a wonderful way to reduce environmental impact and create cradle-to-cradle circulation. We embrace the national collecting system where we operate. In Sweden, we are affiliated with FTI (Förpackningsinsamlingen) and comply with Producer Responsibility obligations. PREPARING FOR UPCOMING LEGISLATIONS Driven by the European Grean Deal, we are facing many new laws and regulations related to sustainability the coming years. For example, the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), and the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR). All place higher demands on traceability and transparency and will have a great impact on our operations in the future. Therefore, we put a lot of focus on working our processes and introducing support systems to be able to manage increased demands on information and transparency. To learn more about our work with Sustainability, visit www. jobmantexet.se *Source: Mistra Future Fashion 2019 PRINTER 5 ACTIVE WEAR
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