Through a set of steadfast ethical values and transparency, Botto Giuseppe has remained at the forefront of creating quality and luxurious textiles. Since 1876, the weaving mill has emphasized the importance of an economy focused on circularity, recycling and optimizing energy costs, working only with renewable and biodegradable fibers.
We increased the percentage of certified raw materials used in the past three years from 25 percent to 68 percent and the percentage of sustainable packaging used in the past two years from 38 percent to 50 percent. We have increased our energy production from renewable sources through the solar panels placed on the roofs of the two different locations, for a total of 3 million kWh/year. At the same time, we have improved energy savings by replacing the old generation machinery with newer, more efficient equipment.
Fairchild Studio: From your perspective, where does the most work need to be done in terms of sustainability practices across the industry? The fashion industry represents an important part of our economy, employing more than 75 million people worldwide. It is also one of the most polluting industries . It is responsible for 20 percent of global water usage and 10 percent of CO2 and greenhouse gas emissions,The sector has seen incredible growth over the past decades.