ECO Info
Cotton is the most pesticide-dependant crop in the world. For every Cotton T-Shirt made with conventionally grown cotton, six ounces of toxic chemicals containing pesticides, herbicides, synthetic fertilizers and defoliants are used and these find their way into the water we drink, the air we breathe, and the food we eat. Farmers and workers in conventional cotton fields have been linked with the emergence of many illnesses, due to exposure to pesticides. Growing organic fiber is safe for agricultural farmers and the environment. Organic Cotton keeps your skin free from toxic chemicals that are embedded into the cotton plant even after it has been processed. Our cotton is safely dyed using eco-friendly dyes and processes. The hand-feel of organic cotton is softer. True story : When visiting our off-shore fields last year, we asked our resident agronomist “Why is organic cotton so soft?” He replied, “Because the cotton is happier, when growing without chemicals !” Care What You Wear
Recycled Cotton is made from recovered cotton that would otherwise be considerd as waste during the spinning, weaving or cutting process. This fabric and cuttings that are usually discarded in landfills are sorted by color and blended for rich vibrant colors that require no dyes or harmful chemicals. The recycled fibers are extracted from the pulp cuttings, which reduces waste and conserves natural resources.
Soybean fabric is soft, light and warm. The fabric is made from the by-product of tofu, soy oil and soymilk. The proteins are extruded into fiber, which are then spun and used like any fiber. Soy fiber is anti-bacterial and retains its resistance to certain bacteria, such as e-coli. A great renewable resource, soy fiber is eco-friendly and does not require chemical treatment during its growth cycle.
Bamboo Fabric is lightweight, strong and has many anti-bacterial qualities. The fiber is naturally smooth, softer than cotton. Bamboo fabric feels like silk or cashmere but is machine washable. The fabric has insulating properties keeping the wearer cool in the summer and warm in the winter. Bamboo grows rapidly, requiring no fertilizers, pesticides or herbicides in its growing process, and remains one of the most efficient sustainable fabrics by totally replenishing itself every six years.
Yarn can be made by crushing, melting and pulping recycled plastic bottles and extracting fiber strands that are then formed into Recycled Polyester fabrics. Approximately one fifth of the total volume of waste that we produce comes from plastic. One square yard of fabric contains the plastic of roughly five, 2-litre pop bottles. By recycling fibers we put less of a demand on virgin fibers, which keeps waste out of landfills, and conserves natural resources.
Greensource strives to minimize its footprint and impact on the environment. In so-doing we are mindful of certain products that can add to landfill volumes. We are careful when producing our labels, hangtags ,packaging and corrugate cartons. We use recycled materials whenever possible. Labels are made from 100% organic cotton, hangtags are made from recycled paper and cartons are made from recycled (post-consumer) corrugate. Recycle and Reuse!
Greensource uses eco- friendly dyes and finishing materials. The fabrics that we use in manufacturing our products contain no harmful toxic chemicals or harmful washes . Even the treatments and washes used to execute special effects on trendy denim jeans contain only approved eco-friendly processes. The suppliers of our dyes and washes comply with the approved global GOTS standards and are dedicated to the safety and worldwide protection of people and the environment.