The Level Collective

Our “Planet” rating evaluates brands based on their environmental policies in their supply chains, including factors such as carbon emissions, wastewater management, business models, and product circularity. In this regard, we rate The Level Collective as “Good”. Let’s take a closer look at a few factors influencing its score.

• It uses a medium proportion of lower-impact materials, such as organic cotton. This shows that the brand is already taking steps to reduce its environmental impact.
• While it does use lower-impact materials, there is no evidence to suggest that The Level Collective is actively seeking to further reduce its energy consumption or greenhouse gas emissions.
• The Level Collective is committed to producing long-lasting products. By focusing on durability, the brand aims to reduce waste and promote sustainability.
• To minimize waste, The Level Collective limits its production runs. This approach helps to prevent overproduction and unnecessary consumption of resources.

Turning our attention to workers’ rights, our “People” rating evaluates brands’ policies and practices in relation to various aspects such as child labor, living wages, and gender equality. In this regard, The Level Collective receives a rating of “Good”. Here are some of the factors influencing this score:

• Part of The Level Collective’s supply chain is certified by the Fair Wear Foundation and Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) for its use of organic cotton. This certification indicates that workers’ rights are being respected to a certain extent.
• The brand’s Code of Conduct covers the ILO Four Fundamental Freedoms principles, which further demonstrates its commitment to workers’ rights.
• The Level Collective traces most of its supply chain, providing transparency in terms of sourcing and labor practices.
• However, it is unclear if the brand ensures that workers in its supply chain receive living wages. This is an important aspect that could further enhance its rating.

Finally, our “Animals” rating focuses on brands’ animal welfare policies and their traceability of animal-derived products. In this category, we rate The Level Collective as “It’s a Start”. These are the factors that influenced its score:

• There is no evidence to suggest that The Level Collective has an animal welfare policy in place. This indicates that the brand could improve its practices in this area.
• The Level Collective appears to use leather and wool in its products. While these materials are widely used, there is room for the brand to explore more sustainable alternatives.
• The brand does not appear to use down, fur, angora, exotic animal skin, or exotic animal hair. This is a positive aspect of its animal welfare rating.

In summary, based on our assessment of all publicly available information, we rate The Level Collective as “Good” overall. The brand demonstrates a commitment to using lower-impact materials, producing long-lasting products, and considering workers’ rights. However, there is room for improvement in terms of energy reduction, living wages, and animal welfare policies. By continuing to prioritize sustainability and implementing further measures, The Level Collective can enhance its overall rating and become an even stronger advocate for sustainability in the fashion industry.

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