The Matcha Initiative
Join usPrefer recyclable or biodegradable material:
Opt for eco-certified products, e.g. the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS).
For logistics, go for local sourcing.
For clothes production, choose manufacturers with social-consciousness: - safe work environment to prevent work accidents or illness- employees wellbeing- ethical work conditions (minimum salaries levels, no forced labor, no child work...).
2,700L of water
are used to produce a non bio t-shirt.
(pSEau.org)
Established since 1981, Deo Silver Pte Ltd is a uniforms and apparel manufacturer, with a factory here in Singapore. They are part of the local manufacturing eco-system.
In addition, they give customers the option to choose sustainable materials for their corporate apparels. This empowers them to give Earth a helping hand by reducing the amount of waste and energy used to make their uniforms. They provide alternate fabric solutions such as Recycled Polyester / Bamboo Dri Fit / Organic Cotton.
These seem like niche markets, but their belief is that soon one day, these materials will be the norm for the clothing that people wear.
