Clothing and bedding brand focusing on ethical manufacturing
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KOTN has incorporated lower impact materials in its garments, including organic cotton, pre-consumer cuttings, and TENCEL Lyocell. It also traces most of its supply chain and works closely with its supply chain partners.
KOTN receives a Fair rating because it doesn't have circular initiatives to keep its products ouf of landfills, doesn't share information on its energy strategy, and doesn't measure, set targets to reduce, or offset its emissions.
How is this brand using sustainable materials, sourcing, and shipping to reduce its impact?
KOTN uses a mix of lower impact materials, like organic cotton, TENCEL Lyocell, and ECOTEC cotton, and higher impact materials, like conventional cotton and spandex. Commons could not find information on the overall proportion of each used. The brand does not publicly share targets for reducing its use of higher impact materials.
Commons could not find information on this brand's energy use. KOTN sources and manufactures its materials globally, which is standard practice in the fashion industry.
KOTN has made efforts to reduce the amount of virgin plastic in its packaging throughout its value chain. Its eco-friendly materials include recyclabale and recycled cardboard. The brand includes excess packaging in the form of a reusable tote with each order.
Does this brand lower demand for new items by encouraging conscious consumption and facilitating the long-term use of its products?
KOTN does not offer repair services or a warranty. It gives detailed care instructions to extend garment lifespan and acknowledges the most eco-friendly options.
Commons could not find information on any take back programs.
KOTN offers a core evergreen collection with seasonal releases.
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Is this brand transparent about its sustainability goals and how it’s working toward them?
KOTN has a sustainability webpage with high-level information about materials, labor practices, supply chain partners, and packaging. It does not have an annual report.
Commons could not find information for emissions tracking.
Commons could not find verification that it offsets any emissions. Commons could not find emissions reduction targets for KOTN.
KOTN publishes geographic and certification information about its supply chain partners. It traces most of its supply chain. It has a supplier code of conduct, but the full text is not currently publicly available.
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