Our greenhouse gas balance

For us at Grüezi bag®, sustainability means making responsibility measurable.

For the reporting year 2024, we prepared a greenhouse gas inventory (corporate carbon footprint) in accordance with the Greenhouse Gas Protocol, in cooperation with nunc sustainability consulting. In doing so, we recorded emissions in Scope 1, Scope 2, and key Scope 3 categories for our locations.

  • Scope 1 & 2 (direct emissions and energy procurement): 2.193 t CO₂e emissions
  • Scope 3 (purchased goods, upstream transport, end-of-life and business travel): 200.533 t CO₂e emissions
  • Total: 202.726 t CO₂e emissions

Based on this data, a corresponding accounting statement was issued: CO2 balance certificate

For us, this balance sheet is not an endpoint, but a starting point. It helps us identify key emission sources and derive targeted measures to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. When developing our products, we focus on comfort, functionality, and durability. At the same time, we also consider selected environmental, animal welfare, and social aspects in our material selection and collaboration with manufacturers.

WHY IS CLIMATE PROTECTION IMPORTANT TO US?

Climate protection is an important part of our work. Our products should not only be technically impressive, but also developed with a conscious consideration of material selection, use, and durability. Therefore, we carefully select materials and pay attention to robust, durable, and pollutant-tested fabrics. According to the company, the materials used are certified according to [relevant standards/regulations]. OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 Certified; this standard stands for textiles tested for harmful substances. PFCs are avoided throughout the entire value chain. Durable products can help extend their lifespan and make better use of materials over their entire life cycle. We also support external partners. Projects for the preservation of healthy, climate-resilient forestsThis support is in addition to our own measures to reduce emissions.

OUR PRODUCTS & MATERIALS

Grüezi bag GmbH develops outdoor equipment and clothing that combines comfort, functionality, and select material and quality standards. Materials are chosen based on technical requirements, quality criteria, and the intended use. Renewable raw materials are used, including cotton, wool, down, wood, and silk. For down used, we rely on RDS-certified materials. Responsible Down Standard (RDS) This describes requirements for traceability and the handling of ducks and geese in the supply chain. Additionally, we use recycled synthetic fibers, provided they meet the required quality, durability, and intended purpose. For certain applications, we also rely on materials with high mechanical strength, including nylon.

OUR VALUE CHAIN ​​AT A GLANCE

The value chain of Grüezi bag GmbH begins with the selection of materials and manufacturers. We have been working with some of our production partners for around 10 years. When selecting our manufacturers, we also consider social standards. The manufacturing sites are audited according to amfori BSCI; amfori BSCI is an audit and improvement system for social standards in the supply chain. The value chain extends from material selection through production and processing to the longest possible lifespan of the products. A key focus is on durability, supported by materials with high mechanical strength, colorfastness, and other properties. good maintenance and repairability.