Commons could not find information on the overall proportion of materials this brand uses. Rothy's uses some lower impact materials, including recycled PET, natural hemp, RW merino wool, and recycled TPU. It is unclear what other materials the brand uses in its shoes.
Rothy's purchases renewable energy credits to cover its electricity usage across some of its operations (its workshop, retail spaces, and offices). It is unclear what proportion of its production is covered by renewables. Its factory is LEED Gold and True Zero Waste certified.
Rothy's uses 100% plastic-free packaging. It uses 100% recycled cardboard and recycled paper. It has minimized its packaging by using durable boxes that double as a shoe box and a shipping box.
Rothy's does not offer repair services or a warranty. It gives detailed care instructions to extend garment lifespan.
Rothy's has a take back program that accepts its own brand's items for recycling. It does not report on the impact of this program.
Rothy's offers a core evergreen collection and limits new relases. It limits waste in production by using innovative knit to shape methods.
Commons is still analzying the marketing emails for this brand.
Rothy's has a dedicated, prominently displayed sustainability webpage, with details onmaterials, packaging, circularity, energy use, and labor practices. It is unclear how often this page or information is kept up to date. The brand does not share an annual sustainability report.
Commons could not find information for emissions tracking.We require large brands with the biggest emissions impact to track and report thier data publicly.
Rothy's had a short-term goal to become carbon neutral by 2023, but Commons could not find progress against this goal. Commons could not find evidence that the brand offsets its emissions.
Rothy's owns a vertically integrated factory. It provides little information about supplier beyond this. It does not share a supplier code of conduct, though it makes a statement about workers rights and a living wage.
Where Rothy's is doing well: Rothy's uses some lower impact fibers in its garments. It also uses 100% plastic-free packaging, procures renewable energy, and offers a recycling program to help keep shoes out of landfill.
Where Rothy's has room to grow: Rothy's could share more information about its emissions tracking and reduction targets.
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