House of Baukjen works with key organisations to create a greener and fairer world.
We’re proud to announce that our efforts to be a responsible business have resulted in our B Corp certification being the highest in Fashion in the UK and second highest in Europe.
We have set Science-Based Targets for Nature that go beyond Climate Neutral by 2030, signed the Terra Carta to reach net-zero ahead of Paris Agreement commitments. We are also involved in projects with The Fashion Pact, UN Fashion Charter, Global Environment Facility and Sustainable Apparel Coalition.
Our Impact Report is written in accordance with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). These are 17 goals to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure all people enjoy peace and prosperity by 2030.
Currently our efforts are focused on the areas where we believe we can have a more direct impact: Biosphere, Society and Economy.
We are excited to share our journey to a better future, please find below our transparent report for the Second Quarter of 2021.
Clean Water and Sanitation
Climate Action
Life Below Water
Life on Land
Gender Equality
Affordable and Clean Energy
No Poverty
This is a powerful commitment to leave no one behind and to reach those farthest behind first. We are active in the anti-slavery movement, our factories have signed our rigorous code of conduct going even beyond REACH legislation, and we are a Living Wages company.
Zero Hunger
We donate more than 10% of our profits to charities including ones that address hunger.
Good Health and Well-Being
During the COVID-19 pandemic, we donated over 30,000 reusable face masks to those who needed them the most. We find mental health very important and support charities with donations. We also care very much about the mental health of our staff and have a daily zoom call to see each other’s faces, smile and touch base. We will never force our team to go to the office in dangerous times.
Quality Education
Although we do not directly impact this SDG, we always search for ways to help, for example by donating computers to underserved communities that need them the most and donating materials to local schools.
Sustainable Cities and Communities
This has not been a core focus for us. We aim to be a force for good in the communities we are inserted in, for example by settling our warehouse in a low-income area and paying Living Wages. We also engage with local communities when possible, try to support local businesses and support fair and sustainable development with our business.
Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
We do not directly impact this SDG within our business operations. We understand the importance of this SDG, and it is in our DNA to be as inclusive, peaceful, and planet positive as possible.
Decent Work and Economic Growth
Reduced Inequalities
Responsible Consumption and Production
Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
We do not directly impact this SDG, but we understand its importance. We are incorporating blockchain and AI technology into our supply chain and are working on innovative solutions with Supply Compass and Freedom Row to strengthen digital infrastructure.
We are developing bespoke sustainable fabrics and supporting pioneering recycled fabric innovations.
Partnerships For The Goal
We strongly understand the importance of this SDG, and we encourage and welcome everyone and other businesses to be more ethical and sustainable, join forces with institutes that promote a better planet, and in general to follow the inspiring guidelines the Sustainable Development goals offer.
At House of Baukjen we are constantly campaigning for change and striving for hope by disrupting the fast fashion model. We realise that we need to lead by example and encourage others, which is why we pride ourselves in transparency; across our fabrics, supply chain and our circular model including our re-commerce initiatives; Pre-Loved, rental, subscription, and care and repair. We are also proud to be a certified B Corp, an accreditation you can’t manipulate, there’s no greenwashing involved. You need to earn it. What matters is the journey towards a better world. For the sake of the planet and the people, we urge other businesses to join us.
We are proud of our journey so far, but we are not perfect and there is much more to be done. We are campaigning for change and encourage everyone to join our movement.
Science-Based Targets
We would like to be fully transparent with you. Please find here our official environmental targets, including our official Science-Based Targets. We have already achieved some of these, and are proud to be leaders with our target achievements.
• We will reduce our GHG emissions by 20% by 2025 in line with the 1.5°C agreement. SDG 13 - Climate Action
• We will reduce our water consumption by 20% by 2025. SDG 6 - Clean Water and Sanitation
• We will reduce our net waste product by 30% by 2025. SDG 12 - Responsible Consumption and Production
• We will pledge to use 20% less environmentally damaging chemicals in our supply chain by 2025. SDG 14 + 15 - Life Below Water + Life On Land
• We commit to implement 50% renewable energy across own operations by 2025 and 100% by 2030. Additionally we will incentivise implementation of renewables in all high impact manufacturing processes along the entire supply chain. SDG 7 - Affordable and Clean Energy
• We support climate adaptation and resilience through sustainable sourcing of key raw materials. Therefore, we commit that 100% of our key raw materials are low climate impact (e.g Organic, regenerative, etc.) by 2025. SDG 12 - Responsible Consumption and Production
• We commit to zero deforestation and the protection and sustainable management of natural forests by 2025. SDG 15 - Life on Land
Click here to view the 2021 Q1 Impact Report