SUSTAINABILITY
THE EARTH
We have set environmental and social policies in line with
the UN sustainable developments goals (SDGs), a global
framework to achieve a better and more sustainable future
for all. There are 17 goals addressing global challenges such
as poverty, climate change, peace and justice.
LONGEVITY
Our dedication to delivering products that stand the test
of time means longevity is woven into our foundations. The
products in our range today are intended to be enjoyed by
generations to come.
CRAFTSMANSHIP
It is important to us that we celebrate the local traditions
of the communities where our products are manufactured.
We want our community to enjoy the beauty of craft,
engineering and storytelling which underpins all our
products – it’s why we do what we do.
DESIGN
Sustainability is a key part of all design briefs for new
products, to make sure they are not only engineered
to be robust and suitable for every-day use, but also to
transcend trends and stand as the antithesis of throw-
away culture.
MATERIAL
We evaluate the source and impact of the materials
used to make our products and packaging and we seek
opportunities to operate circularity before our products
reach the consumer. At present, our polycarbonate lighting
uses pre-consumer waste captured in the manufacturing
process. We are continuously working to reduce and
eliminate harmful substances in the products we sell.
PACKAGING
Since 2019 we have been upgrading and removing
unnecessary packaging from all our product and have
transitioned from coated packaging to a kraft packaging
solution which is 100% recyclable. By 2025 we aim to
remove plastic from our packaging.
SUPPLY CHAIN
Tom Dixon has long-lasting partnerships with suppliers
who align with our brand values. We have clear policies
laid out in our supplier manual, demanding the highest
level of integrity and transparency from all our suppliers.
Social and ethical responsibility throughout our entire
supply chain is important to us. As a SEDEX member, we
commit to ensuring our key suppliers are SEDEX audited
and compliant.
Transportation is a key challenge to reducing the carbon
footprint in a product business, but we continuously
seek ways to reduce carbon emissions and seek greener
alternatives to fuel our global business. We are committed
in 2023 to map out the logistics of the future.
SERVICABLE
We design our products to be serviceable with replaceable
parts and are working on upgrading products to
incorporate serviceability across the range.
CERTIFICATION
It’s important to us that our products meet industry
recognised environmental standards. Initiatives we are
working towards on selected products include:
FSC (trademark licence in 2023)
VOC (low-emitting materials qualification for BREEAM,
WELL and LEED by 2025)
Environmental Product Declarations (by 2025)
Tom Dixon is working to create a better future for people and planet.
Sustainability to us means our entire approach to our business and to
the earth. Our spaces, the materials we use, how we move products
around the globe, and the craftspeople we work with all determine
our commitment to responsible business and minimising impact.
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