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EARTH ADVENTURE. At Banana Republic, we are committed to making better decisions about our products. practices. Discover more about our legacy of upcycling, conservation efforts, sustainable styles and initiatives to make the world better, one garment at a time. EARTH ADVENTURE. At Banana Republic, we are committed to making better decisions about our products. practices. Discover more about our legacy of upcycling, conservation efforts, sustainable styles and initiatives to make the world better, one garment at a time. scroll down
A Heritage of Sustainability. Our founders traveled the world upcycling surplus clothes to mend, modernize and make their own. That spirit of adventure and singular vision for sustainability continues today. More than 40 years later, our journey toward sustainability continues. Partnering with Arvind Limited—a leader in the textile industry—we are proud to open a new innovation center that promotes the adoption of proven water saving techniques, as well as fully-funding a farm as it works toward organic certification that enhances the farmers lives and the greater community. A Heritage of Sustainability. Our founders traveled the world upcycling surplus clothes to mend, modernize and make their own. That spirit of adventure and singular vision for sustainability continues today. More than 40 years later, our journey toward sustainability continues. Partnering with Arvind Limited—a leader in the textile industry—we are proud to open a new innovation center that promotes the adoption of proven water saving techniques, as well as fully-funding a farm as it works toward organic certification that enhances the farmers lives and the greater community.
CONSCIOUS LUXURY. At Banana Republic, we are committed to integrating sustainability into every step of our design and manufacturing process, embracing practices designed to reduce the environmental impacts of each garment. Want to learn more? Take an in-depth look at our sustainability efforts. SEE CONSCIOUS GLOSSARY CONSCIOUS LUXURY. At Banana Republic, we are committed to integrating sustainability into every step of our design and manufacturing process, embracing practices designed to reduce the environmental impacts of each garment. Want to learn more? Take an in-depth look at our sustainability efforts. SEE CONSCIOUS GLOSSARY
GOALS: INCREASE SUSTAINABLE FABRICS GOALS: INCREASE SUSTAINABLE FABRICS
BY 2023 100% SUSTAINABLE COTTON. Sourcing more sustainable cotton including recycled, Indian-grown organic and American-grown cotton. 87% of our goal BY 2023 100% SUSTAINABLE COTTON. Sourcing more sustainable cotton including recycled, Indian-grown organic and American-grown cotton. 87% of our goal
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BY 2023 WE AIM TO USE 50% SUSTAINABLE FIBERS. Sourcing sustainable cotton, partnering with CanopyStyle Compliant suppliers to source preferred man-made cellulosics; sourcing recycled and responsible wool from vendors that are compliant under the Responsible Wool Standards; linen and recycled polyester. 63% of our goal BY 2023 WE AIM TO USE 50% SUSTAINABLE FIBERS. Sourcing sustainable cotton, partnering with CanopyStyle Compliant suppliers to source preferred man-made cellulosics; sourcing recycled and responsible wool from vendors that are compliant under the Responsible Wool Standards; linen and recycled polyester. 63% of our goal
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BY 2023 MORE SUSTAINABLE DENIM. Focusing on water-savings via Gap Inc.’s Washwell Program, which uses as least 20% less water in the garment wash process compared to conventional techniques, sourcing more sustainable fibers, using more sustainable dye methods such as foam dye, eco-friendly finishes such as laser technology, and trims made from recycled materials. 49% of our goal BY 2023 MORE SUSTAINABLE DENIM. Focusing on water-savings via Gap Inc.’s Washwell Program, which uses as least 20% less water in the garment wash process compared to conventional techniques, sourcing more sustainable fibers, using more sustainable dye methods such as foam dye, eco-friendly finishes such as laser technology, and trims made from recycled materials. 49% of our goal
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BY 2025 REDUCE WATER IMPACT & PROMOTE CLEANER CHEMISTRY 50% OF PRODUCTS. Using techniques that save at least 20% of water in comparison to conventional methods at our mill facilities and using cleaner chemistry in our supply chain through Gap Inc.’s Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals (ZDHC) commitment, and ongoing efforts to select preferred chemistry options. BY 2025 REDUCE WATER IMPACT & PROMOTE CLEANER CHEMISTRY 50% OF PRODUCTS. Using techniques that save at least 20% of water in comparison to conventional methods at our mill facilities and using cleaner chemistry in our supply chain through Gap Inc.’s Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals (ZDHC) commitment, and ongoing efforts to select preferred chemistry options.
NUMBERS: PLASTIC & WATER
WATER GALLONS SAVED TO DATE: 13,366,416. Thanks to innovative dye techniques and wash methods. That’s enough saved gallons of water to provide 73,000 people with recommended daily drinking amount for a year. PLASTIC BOTTLES DIVERTED TO DATE - 19,643,273. By upcycling post-consumer bottles into garments. WATER GALLONS SAVED TO DATE: 13,366,416. Thanks to innovative dye techniques and wash methods. That’s enough saved gallons of water to provide 73,000 people with recommended daily drinking amount for a year. PLASTIC BOTTLES DIVERTED TO DATE - 19,643,273. By upcycling post-consumer bottles into garments.
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DISCOVER CONSCIOUS LUXURY. Explore more sustainably made styles, including those that incorporate water-saving methods. DISCOVER CONSCIOUS LUXURY. Explore more sustainably made styles, including those that incorporate water-saving methods. Conscious shop - shop womens Conscious shop - shop mens