sustainability is our dna

we are creating products That are made from

coffee grounds – dope dye – recycled polyester

If you want to make a difference, you need to do things differently.
At FashionPower we act in such a manner and do all things in a more sustainable way. Why? Because we value our people and planet.

We strive to avoid the exhaustion of natural resources in order to maintain an ecological balance. We therefore choose environmentally friendly solutions like the usage of used coffee grounds, dope dye and recycled polyester. We use coffee grounds waste product to add the following functionalities to our garments such as a higher UV-protection,
odour-reduction, dry-coolness and breathability.

Why use a chemical solution? We all know, nature knows best.

RECYCLED POLYESTER

SUSTAINABILITY IS OUR DNA

WE FEEL RESPONSIBLE. WE ACT SUSTAINABLE.

We feel a high responsibility towards creating a more sustainable future for our next generations.
We have defined clear goals towards creating this future.

We see a future in which natural resources are less replenished and used more effectively,
human rights are respected and the increase of human well-being is realized.

We work hard to realize this vision. We believe that we can play an important role in the necessary change of the garment producing industry. We choose sustainable resources and production processes for our brands. We ensure we comply with REACH’s, OEKO-TEX® and Amfori rules and legislation to ensure the production of our items in the most sustainable manner.

REACH (Registration Evaluation Authorization and restriction of Chemicals)

Serious problems caused by harmful substances in toys and other devices, called for a common approach and adequate legislation of goods entering the European market, years ago.

This was the start of what is now called REACH. REACH’s aim is to protect the human health and environment through better and earlier identification of the intrinsic properties of chemical substances. The REACH Regulation places responsibility on the industry to manage the risks from chemicals and to provide safety information on the substances.

Today REACH is a database where you can find information on materials that are not allowed to use in
the European market.

OEKO-TEX®

Over the years not only the use of harmful substances in products has been reduced but the development of sustainable materials for sustainable clothing has increased enormously. With these developments, a need for a standard to measure arose.

OEKO-TEX® is a highly recognized institute and their STANDARD 100 label provides a standard to confirm that no harmful substances are used.

If clothes carry the STANDARD 100 label, you can be certain that every component of this article, every fabric, thread, button or other accessories, has been tested for harmful substances and that the article therefore is harmless in human ecological terms.

The test is conducted by OEKO-TEX® partner institutes, on the basis of extensive criteria which can be found on the OEKO-TEX® website. In the test they take into account numerous regulated and non-regulated substances, which may be harmful to human health. The criteria catalog is updated at least once a year and expanded with new scientific knowledge or statutory requirements

In Appendix 6 of the STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX®, the criteria have been made even stricter for various parameters of possible pollution. Through these extra requirements it also supports the coverage of the „ZDHC“ initiative and the „Detox Campaign“.  All with the idea in mind that it is better to prevent than to cure.

These more strict requirements for substances in textile materials will result in an overall lower impact on the environment, workers and consumers.

We work with the Standard 100 by Oeko-Tex MRSL list to ensure that our products meet the highest requirements.

In addition, we only work with suppliers who also work according to this standard, and together we ensure more sustainable product use in the chain.

Amfori (BSCI)

In 2009 we joined the Business Social Compliance Initiative, as we believe in a joint approach of this matter. The general idea was that within 3 years 70% of all production units should be audited and steps were introduced to improve the social performance of our supply chain. As a group the members of BSCI developed a strong Code of Conduct with 11 major points. These range from fair remuneration to no child labour, along with a step-by-step approach that enables companies to monitor, engage, get empowered and receive support to put sustainable trade at the heart of their business.

Many retail and import companies joined BSCI, which was part of FTA (Foreign Trade Association), now the whole group has taken one name; Amfori. They want to develop a total platform in which also BEPI (Business Environmental Performance Initiative) takes part and other initiatives are invited to join.

 GRS Label

For our recycled materials we use the GRS label. This label gives the certainty that the material is really recycled. Our partner Control Union checks the factory and its processes and certifies when all is according their standards.

 The Microfibre Consortium 

We joined the Microfibre Consortium. There is a big discussion about this subject, its is spread around the world from North- to Southpole, even in our lungs we carry them. Microfibre doesn’t come from polyester only, also cotton, wool and viscose after dying it is no longer biodegradable, the most found appears cotton residue.

MFC is examining the process and looking for consequences. They also test our products and advise us how to improve our materials.

 Ecolabel 

The European Commission introduced this label as an ecological standard for all products. We started with our most used articles and want to continue until all of our products are tested and can reach these standards.