Life Cycle Assessment Method and Disclaimer

Our LCA calculations are:

  • Based on date sourced from Ecoinvent Database. The database is regulary updated but the calculations are not actively adjusted at this moment.
  • Exclusive of packaging and hangtags
  • Based on the production of one piece in size medium, men's style
  • Calculated according to ISO14040, but not verified
  • Calculated with an average of kWh per country, not per production facility
  • The number of PET bottles per garment is an estimate, based on 12 grams per 550 ml bottle and includes losses during the recycling process

Transportation:

  • Includes the distance in between each manufacturer (spinning, weaving/knitting, dyeing, cutting and sewing) to the local harbour by truck
  • Includes the distance between harbours by ship
  • The type of truck and ship are not specified
  • Is calculated up to the warehouse in Aarschot, Belgium
  • Transportation of the manufacturing of the trims is not calculated

Don't hesitate to reach out to um@texet.be, if you have any questions regarding our LCA's.