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Animal Welfare and Outdoor Gear
Learn how animal welfare issues, like the Responsible Down Standard and Responsible Wool Standard, relate to outdoor gear and clothing.
Greg Gausewitz
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What FSC Certification Is and Why You Should Look for It
Learn what Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certification is, why it’s important and the types of products on which you might see the FSC logo.
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How to Understand Clothing and Gear Sustainability Features
What are the environmental impacts of making clothing and gear? We explain what they are and how brands work to reduce those impacts.
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What is Organically Grown Cotton?
Learn what organically grown cotton is and how you can find it in outdoor gear.
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What is bluesign®?
Learn what bluesign-certified materials are, who the bluesign group is and what they're doing to produce clothing and gear more sustainably.
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Understanding Recycled Materials in Outdoor Clothing & Gear
Learn how to shop for recycled materials in outdoor gear and clothing so you can lessen your impact on the planet.