SUSTAINABIILTY Measuring OurCarbon Footprint By Reed Nelson We’ve explored the impact that legislation can have on making the fashion industry a less harmful force on the planet, and a more compassionate place for workers. But we can’t wait on legislative solutions alone. So, while we still believe legislation is the b
The text details a brand's journey toward achieving Climate Neutral Certification, emphasizing the role and necessity of legislation in making the fashion industry more sustainable. While legislative efforts are essential for creating accountability and sparking industry-wide changes, the brand acknowledges that waiting for policy changes is not viable. Hence, they are proactively working on their carbon footprint by measuring, offsetting, and reducing emissions independently. The brand successfully attained the Climate Neutral Certification by using verified carbon credits like the Guyuan Wuhuaping Wind Power Project and the Agrocortex Redd Project. Despite recognizing that offsetting isn't a perfect solution, the brand stresses its importance, especially in areas beyond their control, and advocates for broader industry adoption of similar practices to mitigate climate change. The brand's Vice President of Sustainability underscores the collaborative effort across departments to achieve these goals, aiming to inspire other brands to pursue climate-neutrality. The broad emission percentages from the fashion industry highlight the need for more precise data to effectively tackle environmental impacts.