What’s in Your Closet? Timberland Raises the Bar with Responsibly Made Products
Long committed to making products out of the best, most responsible materials, outdoor lifestyle brand Timberland is raising the bar to reduce the environmental impact of all of its products – across footwear, apparel and accessories, by implementing new environmental product standards and setting robust five-year goals to achieve by 2020. Whether it’s a beautifully crafted pair of boots or a leather jacket, Timberland knows consumers want to look good and feel good about what they’re wearing. Building on the legacy of its Earthkeepers® collection, Timberland is increasing its use of eco-conscious materials by setting environmental targets for every product beginning with the spring and summer 2016 collections, available in stores and online now. These 2020 targets include:
- 100% of footwear will include at least one material containing recycled, organic or renewable (ROR) content
- 100% of leather will be sourced from Leather Working Group silver- or gold-rated tanneries
- 100% of cotton will come from organic, US-origin or Better Cotton Initiative-certified sources
- 100% of footwear and apparel will be PVC-free
- The use of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) in footwear will be reduced to 42 grams per pair, on average
- 100% of Durable Water Repellent (DWR) treatment used in products will be non-PFC
To learn more about Timberland’s commitment to responsibly made products visit https://www.timberland.com/responsibility/product.html.
