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GARCIA Sustainability Actions

Supplier code of conduct

In 2013 we decided to only work with suppliers who share our family values. This came to life through a code of conduct that all our suppliers had to sign. Based on the BSCI (Business Social Compliance Initiative) code of conduct.

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Published supplier list

We have published our list of suppliers and (their) production locations on Open Supply Hub and on our website. By sharing this information, we hope to build even stronger relationships with our suppliers, improve our risk identification and gain support from our stakeholders. GARCIA commits to update this information every six months.

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Measured CO2 impact

In co-operation with Climate Neutral Group, we calculated and measured our CO2 impact for 2018 and 2019. With Climate Neutral Group we discuss how we can reduce our CO2 emissions.

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Green electricity purchase

As of 1-1-2020, we are purchasing green (wind) electricity from Europe for our head office and stores. Through Guarantees of Origin, we can demonstrate the origin of the more sustainably produced energy. The transition from gray (fossil) power to green power is done in co-operation with De Energiespecialist.

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Recycled shipping bags

In the new circular economy, waste is the new raw material. That's why our shipping bags are made from 80% recycled plastic. We also use DHL GoGreen services and DPD carbon neutral parcel delivery. This entails that the greenhouse gas emissions generated by transportation and logistics are compensated through climate protection projects.

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Signed Dutch convenant

In October 2019, we as GARCIA signed the "Sustainable Clothing & Textile Convenant". This Convenant has been drawn up by a broad coalition of trade associations, trade unions, critical organizations, and the national government. Together these parties want to tackle overarching issues such as better working conditions and environmental issues.

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Better Cotton commitment

Right now, not all the cotton is as conscious as we would like it to be, which is why we are committed to improving cotton farming practices globally with Better Cotton. Better Cotton trains farmers to use water efficiently, care for the soil health and natural habitats, reduce use of the most harmful chemicals and implement the principles of decent work.

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CSR product information

CSR Product Info. Read more on CSR Product info. Recycle our product packages. Our products and packaging can be recycled. For customers in France, find where to drop off your waste material on www.quefairedemesdechets.fr. Supporting documentation can be provided upon request.

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Circular denim pilot

We take the next step in circular denim. We started a pilot using textile waste collected in the Netherlands to produce new jeans for the Dutch market. The result is 800 Russo Tapered jeans, made with 20% recycled cotton from the Netherlands.

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