Derrick Emsley | Co-Founder & CEO, tentree | Having a purpose beyond retail—prioritizing people and the planet
Download MP3The fashion industry is responsible for producing 10% of the world’s carbon emissions and 20% of global wastewater, using more energy annually than the aviation and shipping industries combined. In addition to this, production of wood pulp-based fabrics, like rayon and viscose, result in approximately 70 million tons of trees being cut down each year.
With figures like these and projections for them to double in the next 10 years, it’s no surprise that sustainability and environmental impact is at the forefront of the minds of retailers, leaders, and consumers. Many retailers have started taking small steps to reduce their carbon footprint, such as improving their packaging, reducing overproduction, decarbonizing retail operations, and using materials that are recycled, sustainable, and organic.
Then there’s tentree, the tree planting company that just so happens to sell apparel. Founded in 2012, tentree is on an earth-first mission to create sustainable clothing and make choices that are focused on putting people and the planet first.
Derrick Emsley, Co-Founder and CEO of tentree & veritree, joins us to talk about having a purpose beyond retail － creating community and connecting with impact.
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