Subset

Environmental Policies Rating for Subset

Our “Planet” rating evaluates brands based on the environmental policies in their supply chains, from carbon emissions and wastewater to business models and product circularity. Here we rate Subset “Great”. These are a few factors influencing its score:

• It uses a high proportion of lower-impact materials including Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) certified organic cotton.
• It uses low impact materials that help limit the chemicals, water, and wastewater in its supply chain.
• It offers clothing recycling to consumers to help address end-of-life textile waste.
• To reduce its climate impacts, it uses renewable energy in its supply chain.

Workers’ Rights Rating for Subset

Workers’ rights are central to our “People” rating, which assess brands’ policies and practices on everything from child labour to living wages and gender equality. Here we rate Subset “Good”. These are a few factors influencing its score:

• Much of its supply chain is certified by Fairtrade International – Small Producers Organisations and Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) certified organic cotton.
• It traces most of its supply chain.
• It ensures workers in its supply chain are paid a living wage.

Animals Welfare Rating for Subset

Brands’ animal welfare policies and, where applicable, how well they trace their animal-derived products are the focus of our “Animals” rating. Since Subset makes products that are generally free of animal-derived materials, we’ve not rated its impact on animals.

Overall Rating for Subset

Its overall rating is based on its combined environment and labour scores. Based on all publicly available information we’ve reviewed, we rate Subset “Great” overall.

Subset is a brand that excels in using sustainable materials, reducing environmental impact, and ensuring fair treatment of workers in its supply chain. By incorporating renewable energy, organic materials, and fair labor practices, Subset sets a positive example for other brands to follow in the effort towards sustainability.

Consumers can support Subset by choosing to purchase their products, knowing that they are making a conscious choice for the planet and for workers’ rights. With a commitment to environmental and social responsibility, Subset is paving the way for a more sustainable fashion industry.