Adidas
Overall Rating: 2 out of 5 (Poor)
Average Cost: 30-200 USD
Location: Germany
Environment Rating: 3 out of 5
Adidas has a full product line made from ocean plastic, plant-derived materials, and other natural sources
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Adidas started its "Choose to Give Back" recycling program in 2021, allowing consumers to send in used items to be repurposed or reused by Adidas. Consumers can also receive rewards through this program.
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Human Rights Rating: 1 out of 5
Adidas's Human Rights Policy states that it follows the united Nations Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights, but evidence shows otherwise:
A majority of Adidas footwear was said to be produced in Indonesia where 80% of garment workers were earning between 82 and 200 euro per month, nowhere near enough to cover basic necessities.
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Over 11 million USD in unpaid worker wages are owed to Adidas garment workers in Cambodia
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Animal Rights Rating: 3 out of 5
Since 2021, Adidas has joined the Fur Free Initiative, created by the 4 Paws Organization, a worldwide animal welfare non-profit.
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Adidas has set a target to ensure that all its wool and down-based products are certified by the Responsible Wool and Down Standard by 2024.
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Adidas doesn't use exotic animal skins or materials from animals whose purpose is not for food production