A new partnership provides Sapphire Mills with the data needed to support its sustainability claims.
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The Pakistani manufacturer of woven, dyed, and printed fabrics and garments has partnered with Green Story, an environmental footprint intelligence platform, to conduct comprehensive Life Cycle Assessments (LCAs) at scale across its product line.
Underscoring Sapphire Mills’ commitment to transparency and accountability in their sustainability practices, the collaboration’s aim is to “quantitatively measure and communicate” the environmental impact of Sapphire Mills’ products using Green Story’s technology. Green Story conducts LCAs on apparel, accessories, and textiles, collecting data at every stage of a product’s development. The platform provides a comprehensive analysis to evaluate the environmental and social impact of each component and supplier.
With Green Story being an official Higg FEM Verifier bodies globally, Sapphire Mills said the accreditation “ensures that every piece of primary data collected during verifications adheres to stringent protocols, guaranteeing high-quality and credible environmental assessments.”
Green Story presents the findings in a visually engaging format that follows global standards and regulations. Each product will be accompanied by a digital product passport accessible via QR codes, enabling customers to trace their environmental journey from raw materials to finished goods.
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“Our partnership with Green Story is not just about advancing our sustainability practices at Sapphire Mills; it’s about transforming the fashion industry and empowering consumers with transparent, ethical choices,” said Yousuf Abdullah, Sapphire Mills CEO. “Through rigorous LCAs and digital product passports, we provide clear and accessible data about the environmental impact of our products. This collaboration enhances the value of our products by ensuring they meet the highest standards of environmental responsibility, driving industry-wide change, and supporting eco-conscious choices. We are proud to lead by example and offer our customers the confidence to make informed, sustainable decisions.”
By quantifying their environmental impact through LCAs, Sapphire Mills said it will be able to set Science Based Targets and gain insights into their Scope 3 emissions. Sapphire said this data-driven approach not only strengthens their commitment to sustainable manufacturing but “also enables informed decision-making that drives positive environmental outcomes.” The company has already invested in a state-of-the-art effluent treatment plant, a biomass-powered cogeneration plant, and the development of various recycled and biodegradable polyester products.
Green Story has more than 150 customers across 15 countries, including vertical denim manufacturers Soorty and AGI Denim and on-demand denim manufacturer Unspun.
“We are proud to partner with Sapphire Mills, marking a pivotal moment in advancing sustainability transparency in the textile industry. By quantifying their environmental impact through our platform, Sapphire Mills is setting new benchmarks for accountability and driving positive change.” Akhil Sivanandan, Green Story CEO.
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