RECOMMEND ETHICAL
AND ALTERNATIVE MATERIALS
COMMITMENT N°4
2021
Organic cotton and recycled polyester: the perfect mix for the planet
The qualities of organic cotton are clearly evident. Ten times more waterefficient than conventional cotton, grown without chemical inputs and produced in a way that respects Humans and the Earth, this certified raw material is even more interesting when mixed with recycled polyester (rPET).
Organic cotton, produced by melting polyester after having recycled small plastic bottles, helps reduce the amount of plastic waste that ends up in the environment, especially the oceans. The combination of natural and synthetic materials gives the fabric greater resistance and reduces the carbon footprint of the textile industry. Today, organic cotton represents less than 1% of world production. rPET enables energy savings of up to 60%.
2020
Recycled polyester, the quintessential circular material
Protecting men and women at work is the raison d'être of protective clothing (PPE). To withstand accidents and bad weather, these garments have to meet specific standards (especially standard EN 340) and guarantee workers' safety while minimising the risk of bodily injury or disease. Their role is to prevent harm due to mechanical and chemical hazards. Technical protective garments are adapted to various occupational risks (chemicals, fire, heat, cold, humidity, insects, etc.).CEPOVETT SAFETY works with its supplier TDV Industries in particular to manufacture PPE from recycled, GRS-certified polyester. Derived from plastic bottles, this material possesses insulation properties that make it suitable for outdoor use, and fits in perfectly with the circular economy.