is made by reprocessing cotton fibers diverted from waste streams. This minimizes waste, reduces resource use, and lowers emissions, making it a more sustainable choice than conventional cotton. However, shredding may shorten the cotton fibers, which is why its usually blended with other fibers.

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Founded in 1973 in California, USA, Patagonia began as a climbing equipment business. For the full impact analysis, read our Patagonia sustainability report.

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Its environmental sustainability efforts include pioneering the use of organic cotton and using a high share of preferred materials. It sets science-based emissions targets and invests in a wide range of environmental campaigns.
Its social sustainability efforts include wide usage of Fair Trade Certified manufacturers, full supply chain information disclosure, and robust employee benefits. It also takes active steps to exclude forced labor cotton from its supply chain. It's not a vegan brand.
Patagonia is B Corp certified, and its 2024 B Impact Score was 166 (View on B Corp).

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