To engage in manufacturing that leads to the future is an essential concept for us when devising products. We are committed to pursuing sustainability in our manufacturing, paying particular attention to the materials and processing methods of our products. Our Group Sourcing Policy and Guidelines state the necessity of reducing environmental impact and preventing pollution. We are committed to balancing sustainable business growth and reduction of environmental impact over the medium to long term by taking a bird’s eye view of the entire supply chain.
Introduction of Materials With Low Environmental Impact
We have established our own sustainability definition and criteria for key materials we handle. For frequently used materials, products that meet these criteria are sold with an original mark on the product tag. As of fiscal year ended February 2022, we have reached 15.1% of products bearing this mark overall. We will continue to actively introduce materials and processes with less environmental impact with the aim of switching to environmentally and socially conscious raw materials and processing for more than half of all products by 2030.
Material Sustainable Marks
Sustainable Marks Granted
Development of original sustainable materials
We also develop original environmental-friendly materials.
“Refallco'', which reuses the short fibers that fall off when combing cotton in the process of making yarn, has a richly expressive and natural looking. In addition, UDR(z), a jointly developed material using CLEANSE
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Visualization of environmental impact for each product
O0u, one of our group's brands, is a lifestyle brand that incorporates sustainable materials and processing methods into all of its products. By utilizing 3DCG technology for designs and patterns, we are reducing the amount of samples generated during the production process, and we are also working to produce appropriate quantities by utilizing highly accurate demand forecasting using AI. We increase transparency by disclosing CO₂ emissions and water usage for each product based on material information.
ADOORLINK Co., Ltd. acquired “B Corp” certification.
ADOORLINK Co., Ltd., a member of our group, is promoting business with the aim of realizing a sustainable society and a circular economy in the fashion industry, and is developing "O0u". ADOORLINK has recently acquired the global certification "B Corp"*, which recognizes companies that are socially and environmentally conscious and have a high public interest.
※B Corp is an international certification system by the American non-profit organization B Lab. The award is given to companies that meet the high standards set by B Lab, evaluating corporate performance such as transparency and accountability in five categories: governance, employees, community, environment, and customers.
Implementation of training for employees
Since 2012, we have provided our employees with the opportunity to experience Japanese organic cotton cultivation every year at the NPO Watarase Eco Village. Through our cultivation, we learn about the importance and process of making products that are friendly to the environment.
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