Learn how to shop more sustainably in your favorite brands.
AMAZON
Amazon is a multinational technology company known for its diverse services and products, including e-commerce, cloud computing, and digital streaming. In addition to its accomplishments in these areas, Amazon has made significant strides in sustainability.
One notable initiative is the “Climate Pledge,” where Amazon aims to reach net-zero carbon across its business by 2040. This initiative demonstrates the company’s commitment to addressing environmental concerns and reducing its carbon footprint. As part of its sustainability efforts, Amazon has introduced the “Climate Pledge Friendly” program, which makes it easier for customers to discover and shop for sustainable products. Through this program, products meeting sustainability standards receive a special label, helping consumers make environmentally conscious purchasing decisions.
Amazon continues to expand its sustainability program and initiatives, reflecting its dedication to environmental responsibility and contributing to a more sustainable future.
MANGO
Mango was founded in 1984 by Isak Andik in Barcelona, Spain. Mango has committed to be net zero carbon by 2050. However, in 2022, Mango created a new road map called Sustainable Vision 2030 focusing on 3 main key pillars: Committed to Product, Committed to Planet and Committed to People. By 2030, these are the main objectives in each pillar:
Committed to product: 100% more sustainable or recycled fibres in garments, Collections produced with circular design criteria, 100% more sustainable cotton by 2025, 100% recycled PES by 2025 and 100% cellulose fibres of known origin by 2025.
Committed to Planet: 30% less greenhouse gas emissions, Protect and restore the biodiversity affected by its activity and reduce water impact by 25%. Additionally: reduce scope 1, 2 emissions by 80%, reduce scope 3 emissions by 35%, zero single use plastics by 2025.
Committed to people: Full transparency and traceability of its value chain, Quest for minimum living wage in its factories, leaders in equal opportunities and equal pay for equal job. Additionally, 100% transparency in tier 1 and 2 factories, transparency in tier 3 factories in 2022, and total traceability of product value chain in the digital product passport.
Zara
Zara was created by Amancio Ortega, a Spanish entrepreneur who founded the Inditex fashion group, of which Zara is a part. A key aspect of Zara’s sustainability commitment is its “Closing the Loop” program, which aims to reduce the environmental impact of its operations. This initiative includes efforts to minimize waste, increase energy efficiency, and promote recycling. Zara has also made commitments to using sustainable and eco-friendly materials in its clothing and improving the working conditions in its supply chain. Additionally, the company has set targets to reduce its carbon footprint and has pledged to achieve zero waste in its facilities. Through these measures, Zara demonstrates its dedication to environmentally responsible practices and ethical considerations in its business operations.
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