Environmental Agency Guide for Textile Procurement // Sustainable Jeans from POCORE Meets Criteria
The Federal Environment Agency has published a guide on textile procurement (http://www.umweltbundesamt.de/publikationen).
The Federal Environment Agency's guide to environmentally friendly public procurement of apparel textiles offers tips on how public authorities can protect the environment when purchasing clothing and textiles:
1. Sustainable Materials: It is recommended to choose textiles made from environmentally friendly materials such as organic cotton, recycled fibers, or wool. These materials are better for the environment because they require fewer chemicals and consume less water.
2. Durability: Textiles should be manufactured to last a long time. This means the clothing must be robust and look good even after many washes. This saves resources because fewer new clothes need to be purchased.
3. Fair Working Conditions: When purchasing clothing, authorities should ensure that working conditions in the manufacturing countries are fair. This includes workers being paid fairly and working under safe conditions.
4. Environmental Certifications: Various labels help identify environmentally friendly clothing, such as the "Blue Angel" label or the "GOTS" label. These guarantee that the clothing has been produced according to strict ecological and social standards.
5. Fewer Harmful Substances: Textiles should be as free as possible from hazardous chemicals. These can not only harm the environment but also the health of the people wearing the clothing.
6. Recycling and Reuse: It is advisable to purchase textiles that are recyclable or already made from recycled materials. The reuse of clothing is also recommended.
Overall, the guide helps public institutions protect the environment and maintain social standards when purchasing clothing.
POCORE's sustainable jeans therefore comply with the guidelines of the Federal Environment Agency.
We are also happy to accept inquiries from public authorities or offices.
Here you can find our men's collection:
https://pocore.de/collections/nachhaltige-premium-herren-jeans
And here are our women's styles:
https://pocore.de/collections/nachhaltige-premium-damen-jeans