In this episode, Kiarne chats with Sam Todaro, the Founder and Managing Director of Underworks and unpacks the multiple pillars of sustainability that need to be addressed in manufacturing and retail. Sam talks about the moment he knew sustainability was the most important next challenge and the ways in which sustainability is addressed at Underworks.
Sam shares the importance of maintaining the integrity and price point of products that customers know and love, whilst innovating with more sustainable fibres, removing plastics and improving recyclability across the board. Plus we hear how even a sock company can use its position of privilege to make a positive social impact through the I Give A Sock initiative.
MENTIONS:
Planet Ark https://planetark.org/
Plastic free hooks https://www.sustainabilitytracker.com/product/2793-organic-bamboo-socks/
Upparel Sock Recycling https://upparel.com.au/product/textile-recycling-collection-underworks/
I GIVE A SOCK https://underworks.com.au/i-give-a-sock
WWF Australia https://wwf.org.au/
LINKS:
Learn more about Underworks Sustainability
Follow Underworks on Facebook, and Instagram
Learn more about SustainabilityTracker.com
Learn more about The Sustainable Transformation Podcast
Follow The Sustainable Choice Group on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok
Follow Nova Podcasts on Instagram for videos from the podcast and behind the scenes content – @novapodcastsofficial
CREDITS:
Host: Kiarne Treacy
Editor: Eddie Bye
Executive Producer: Eddie Bye
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