CHOOSING PLANET FRIENDLY
As a Certified B Corp, Wellworking believes in putting people and planet first. To support our customers in making more sustainable decisions, we have developed our Greener Choice criteria.
Products awarded this badge have been carefully assessed against a range of measures, from manufacturing processes through to what can be done at the end of their useful life. This ensures that they represent a more responsible choice for both people and the environment.
Our criteria are continually evolving as standards and innovations improve. We recognise that no manufacturing can ever be completely impact-free, and our aim is not to ‘greenwash’ products. Instead, we provide a clear reference to help our customers make informed, planet-friendly decisions.
MAKING A GREENER CHOICE
In order to earn a Greener Choice badge, these products have scored highly across the following eleven areas that cover the life cycle of the product from production through to end of life:
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Recycled Material – The proportion of recycled materials used in the product’s manufacture and where this material is sourced from
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Durability & Repairability – Does the product have a long warranty period, is it designed and have the quality to be usable for a long life cycle, and is it easy to repair?
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Modularity – Can the product be modified after purchase to change its features or specifications to ensure its longevity or extend its useable life by being upgraded?
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Recyclable/Renewable Materials – How much of the product’s components can be recycled at the end of their life and how easily can this be done locally
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Sustainable Packaging – How much of the packaging used by the manufacturer is made from recycled material, how easy it is to recycle after use, have they minimised packaging or used reusable packaging, and have they eliminated non-recyclable packaging, such as polystyrene/foam
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Renewable Energy – How much the manufacturer’s facilities use greener energy rather than fossil fuels
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Waste Management - How well the manufacturer deals with waste materials and its progress in reducing waste
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Chemical Safety Certification – Has the manufacturer received certifications to show the product and its production processes do not produce harmful chemicals?
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Eco-Friendly Transportation – Does the manufacturer use lower-emission vehicles or offset its logistics’ carbon emissions, and are the products transported in a way that maximises vehicle capacity
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Fair Labour Practices – Does the manufacturer and its supply chain comply with established social certificates or standards and meet modern slavery requirements
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End-of-Life Programmes – Does the manufacturer have a take-back or other scheme to recycle the product when it is no longer able to be used in the local area, to avoid being shipped elsewhere to landfill
HELPING YOU MAKE A SUSTAINABLE DECISION
Only products that achieve a combined score of 65% or more are eligible to receive this badge, indicating their selection as part of our Greener Choice range.
While we strive to ensure that each product meets high sustainability standards, not all items will excel in every category, as some may have strengths in certain areas while needing improvement in others. It’s important to note that no product is likely to achieve a perfect score, as sustainability is a complex and evolving process.
