Jivanas Sustainability - SustainabilityTracker.com

Jivanas presents its sustainability position through the use of all-natural materials in its footwear and a stated aim to reduce the environmental harm associated with conventional fashion and footwear production. The brand says its sandals are crafted entirely from 100% all-natural materials, including Italian vegetable leather, and that its adhesives, dyes, and conditioners are made from organic, plant-based materials. It describes its process as more intricate and time-consuming, but says it allows the company to offer a completely biodegradable product. Jivanas also reports on social impact, having conducted a survey after its first full year of manufacturing operations to measure effects on employees and their families.

All-natural footwear materials

Jivanas footwear is crafted entirely from 100% all-natural materials. We use only Italian vegetable leather, an ancient material made with tree bark, leaves, and fruit. Our leather is soft, breathable, and incredibly durable. As it ages, the color and patina will become richer, and with proper care will last for many years.

Plant-based adhesives and dyes

The adhesives, dyes, and conditioners in our footwear are made from organic, plant-based materials. Our process is more intricate and time-consuming, but it allows us to offer a completely biodegradable product.

Social impact survey

After our first full year of manufacturing operations, we conducted a social impact survey to measure the influence of Jivanas on our employees and their families. Based on the World Health Organization’s quality of life survey (WHOQOL), we designed a 40-question survey to measure the change in quality of life in five key categories. Each employee was interviewed individually in a confidential space that allowed for honest answers.

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