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Creating an impact that matters
The garment industry is one of the biggest polluters on the planet. However, at Un-Available, we hope to change that by cultivating a new attitude through planet-forward initiatives.
Our 2020 Sustainability Report provides a retrospect to what we accomplished last year. By highlighting our achievements, things we are working towards, and future goals, we provide an overview of what lies ahead. As our facility continues to shift to tackle our mission, we remain diligent in our cause. And with time being of the essence, there is no room for excuses. It is now about creating a new status quo.
WATER
11
% consumption reduction by the end of 2023
ENERGY
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PLASTIC
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PEOPLE
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[ENERGY]
A Retrospect On Our Energy used from 2018 to 2023
0.68 kW/garment
*Data from 2020.
0.72kWh/garment (*)
0.72 kW/garment
0.76 kW/garment
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
We use the Higg Index to track our energy consumption
Our goal is a 25% reduction in energy consumption by 2023
[WATER]
Our water consumption in 2020
Our water per garment usage remains consistent at 0,01 m3/garment (*)
from May – December 2020
10 L
(*) 10 liters/ garment only refers to the water used at our facility and excludes washing and dyeing processes from our suppliers. Calculation using Higg FEM Baseline Methodology
Factory's Wastewater
Raw Wastewater
/01 Our facility's raw wastewater goes through our pre-treatment plant before entering the central treatment plant.
01
Supplier's owned pre-treatment plant
Sludge
02
Safe disposal
/02 During the pre-treatment process, sludge, a solid by-product, will occur. A waste company collects the sludge for disposal.
Discharge Wastewater
03
Central or Common Effluent Treatment Plant (CETP)
/03 The final wastewater treatment happens at the central or common effluent processing plant.
04
Aquatic body
/04 Once the process is complete, the plant releases the water directly into the environment.
[Our goal] is a 25% reduction in water consumption by 2023
[CHEMICALS]
Chemical Certification and Requirements
We refer to the Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals (ZDHC) and OEKO-TEX requirements. The ZDHC is a group consisting of brands and retailers working towards a zero discharge of hazardous chemicals
WHAT WE ARE [PUSHING FOR] IN THE FUTURE
[OUR GOAL] is to comply 100% with the ZDHC Standard internally by the end of 2020 and within our supply chain by 2023.
[MATERIALS]
We developed our own scoring system to identify the environmental impact of each process required to produce a garment
We sourced GOTS-certified fabrics and recycled fabrics to use for our clients' production
We worked with our suppliers to source eco-friendly fabrics made from linen, hemp, bamboo, and coffee grounds.
WHAT WE ARE [PUSHING FOR] IN THE FUTURE
At Un-Available, our goal is to create a business model based on a circular economy, which aims to create value at every step of the production process.
To achieve this, we will work with our suppliers to focus on the reusability of raw materials and products.
Circular Economy
Resource Supply
Recycle
Reduce
Reuse
Minimal leakage
[PLASTIC]
Plastic bags usage and wastage by UA in 2018/2019/2020
48.2 %
51.8 %
2018
42.9 %
57.1 %
2019
27.6 %
72.4 %
2020
Plastic bag usage
Plastic bag wastage
Plastic bag waste created during production for storing fabric, panels, and garments, cannot be re-used because they are broken or deteriorated. Plastic bags for internal use are for storing fabric, panels, and garments.
[Our goal] is to comply 100% with the ZDHC Standard internally by the end of 2020 and within our supply chain by 2023.
[SUPPLY CHAIN]
Breakdown of our suppliers based on certifications
*Data from 2020
Subcontractors
Fabric Suppliers
Trim Suppliers
65%
35%
44%
56%
25%
75%
Certified (ISO 9001)
Non-certified (ISO 9001)
Certified (OEKO-TEX)
Non-certified OEKO-TEX)
Certified (OEKO-TEX)
Non-certified OEKO-TEX)
OEKO-TEX AND ISO 9001 STANDARDS FOR OUR SUPPLIERS
OEKO-TEX is a product label and certification that confirms the ecological safety of textile and leather goods throughout the different steps of a supply chain.
Certifications we are aiming to achieve to reach our goal of the highest international standard.
Download our [SUSTAINABILITY] report
![[ENERGY] : Solar Power](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0bca51_ca3e7b77453e483cb7c68a1e82d59d66f002.jpg/v1/fill/w_2560,h_1440,enc_auto/file.jpeg)
[ENERGY] : Solar Power
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