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Environment

We are located in a low-lying country (Bangladesh), and are very aware of the impact of global warming. We are passionately committed to leadership in sustainability, and minimising the impact of our activities on the environment. Our Managing Director is a Chartered Environmentalist and a Member of the Society for the Environment in the UK, and committed to best practice and external auditing of our environmental practices.

life-cycle analysis Developing a “Life-Cycle Analysis” approach to understanding and minimising the contribution made to carbon emissions from all of our activities.
life-cycle analysis Sourcing all of our natural materials from people we know well, and with whom we have genuine relationships. They are all aware of our commitment to Fair Trade principles.
life-cycle analysis Maximising the utilisation of natural materials through excellent product design, minimising water and electricity consumption, using natural dyes made from plant extracts.
life-cycle analysis Use of clever design techniques to ensure effective packing of products for the sea transport.
life-cycle analysis Minimising international travel by air, and maximising use of public transport.

 

We are already experts in cultivation of bamboo saplings, and have begun to experiment with cultivation of our own willow in Bangladesh.

Useful Links:

  • http://www.bfri.gov.bd/
  • http://www.inbar.int/

    • Our Products
      • willow
      • bamboo
      • seagrass
      • how to buy
    • Our Story
      • location
      • history
      • film
    • Our Materials
      • willow
      • bamboo
      • seagrass
      • other materials
    • Fair Trade
      • ten principles of fair trade
      • stories of change
    • Environment
    • News
    • Contact
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