Cintas Corporation offers green polo shirt
25/08/2010
The Full Circle Eco Polo is made from a recycled polyester and "eco-charcoal" blend from suppliers including Cocona. At the end of its lifecycle, the garment can be recycled into new material, creating a closed-loop system. The polyester comes from post-consumer recycling programmes, while the charcoal material is derived from discarded coconut shells.
“Our new polo is one of the most sustainable garments available,” said Todd McKeown, Cintas's vice-president for the hospitality sector. “It keeps water bottles out of landfills and helps reduce resource exhaustion and global warming. This is a fantastic opportunity for businesses to show they’re serious about combating the environmental impact of their operations.”
The material is quick-drying, wrinkle-resistant, mildew-proof and heat resistant. It wicks away moisture, eliminates odour and blocks ultraviolet rays. At the end of a polo’s life, the wearer can ship it to the address indicated on the neck label, where it is then recycled into raw material and repurposed for other uses. This item is also bluesign certified.
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