The brand wanted to understand the impact associated with each stage of its value chain. You can’t improve what you don’t measure.
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Analysing the environmental impact of Artknit’s garments.

Updated on
July 29, 2024

The brand wanted to understand the impact associated with each stage of its value chain.

Since its beginnings in 2018, Artknit has defined itself as a contemporary knitwear brand. Its philosophy is based on producing what is necessary and increasing the durability of its garments. It uses its access to high-quality materials to bring the greatest possible value to its customers and the planet.

The Italian brand was created under the principles of innovation and sustainability with the mission of “buying less, but buying better”.  They know that there can be no shortcuts if you want to do things right, which is why they carefully select their materials and suppliers.

On the journey to design products that have less impact, are more durable, and thus have greater value, the brand wanted to explore the impact associated with each stage of its value chain.

Together with Dcycle, it has analysed the materials, processes, and lifecycle stages of its products until their sale, evaluating the main impact categories associated with the textile industry: climate change, water consumption, fossil fuels, and eutrophication.

Artknit has thus been able to identify where it needs to focus its efforts in order to continue growing in value. Thanks to this information, the firm can design future collections knowing the impact associated with its products.

You can’t improve what you don’t measure, and Artknit is taking the necessary steps to become a leading sustainability brand in Italy. Find out more about what is behind Artknit’s value chain in the following link.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How Can You Calculate a Product’s Carbon Footprint?

Carbon footprint calculation analyzes all emissions generated throughout a product’s life cycle, including raw material extraction, production, transportation, usage, and disposal.

The most recognized methodologies are:

  • Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)
  • ISO 14067
  • PAS 2050

Digital tools like Dcycle simplify the process, providing accurate and actionable insights.

What Are the Most Recognized Certifications?
  • ISO 14067 – Defines carbon footprint measurement for products.
  • EPD (Environmental Product Declaration) – Environmental impact based on LCA.
  • Cradle to Cradle (C2C) – Evaluates sustainability and circularity.
  • LEED & BREEAM – Certifications for sustainable buildings.
Which Industries Have the Highest Carbon Footprint?
  • Construction – High emissions from cement and steel.
  • Textile – Intense water usage and fiber production emissions.
  • Food Industry – Large-scale agriculture and transportation impact.
  • Transportation – Fossil fuel dependency in vehicles and aviation.
How Can Companies Reduce Product Carbon Footprints?
  • Use recycled or low-emission materials.
  • Optimize production processes to cut energy use.
  • Shift to renewable energy sources.
  • Improve transportation and logistics to reduce emissions.
Is Carbon Reduction Expensive?

Some strategies require initial investment, but long-term benefits outweigh costs.

  • Energy efficiency lowers operational expenses.
  • Material reuse and recycling reduces procurement costs.
  • Sustainability certifications open new business opportunities.

Investing in carbon reduction is not just an environmental action, it’s a smart business strategy.