As Tekstar, we strive to make the world and society a better place by making all our processes sustainable, from design to product, product to production, and production to customer. We aim to create a positive change for all our customers and stakeholders. With a holistic vision, we want to play an active role in transforming the power of fashion into good within our supply chain, ensuring that all parties are treated with respect and sensitivity.
Tekstar’s sustainability philosophy emphasizes the importance of both people and the environment, in addition to own economic responsibilities. Recognizing the necessity of this principle for future viability, Tekstar is committed to embedding this understanding throughout the company and in all collaborations.
Aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and guided by our motto ‘Be Part of the Change,’ TEKSTAR strive to make the world and society a better place by making all our processes sustainable, from design, to production, and delivery. We aim to create a positive change for all our customers, employees, other stakeholders and the environment.
Tekstar leads the way in sustainable production and responsible design. Our in-house design team operates with environmental and social responsibility, creating products that respect nature and add value to your business.
For many years, we have used sustainable materials in our production processes and developed sustainable practices throughout our production processes that ensure transparency and credibality. These strategies, aimed at protecting future generations, reinforce our financial strength when combined with our long-term approach.
“Our motivation to lead the textile industry’s transition towards circularity encourages us to invest in technological innovations and sustainable initiatives. At Tekstar, every step we take on this path aims to build a future that is sensitive to the environment and society”
Issue: Climate Change
By chosing BCI cotton, ee actively promote the sustainability of cotton farming. Our production processes utilize sustainable raw materials such as recycled and organic resources, aiming to conserve global resources.
Issue: Energy Emissions
Our facilities use 100% green energy from renewable sources, certified by IREC.
Issue: Raw Material Crisis
The impacts of climate change are becoming more severe each year, posing potential significant supply issues for raw materials in the textile sector. Therefore, we focus on recycling processes and recycled raw materials and packaging.
Issue: Human Health
Tekstar has OEKO-TEX certification for garments in all categories, so that our customers can be certain that every component of their article, been tested for harmful substances therefore is harmless for human health.
Issue: Water Crisis
We work with the most sustainble fabric dye houses that follows modern practices for sustainable dyeing, the use of new and less polluting technologies, effective treatment of effluent, and recycling waste.
Issue: Biodiversity Loss
We use recycled, eco-certified materials to help protect and sustain biodiversity.
Key Initiatives for Minimizing Our Carbon Footprint and Positive Societal Change;
BCI Cotton: We use Better Cotton Initiative (BCI) certified cotton, ensuring sustainable farming practices that minimize environmental impact and improve the livelihoods of cotton farmers.
Recycled Polyester: Our fabrics incorporate recycled polyester, reducing waste and conserving resources while maintaining high-quality standards.
Recycled Packaging Materials: We prioritize the use of recycled materials in our packaging, reducing our carbon footprint and promoting a circular economy.
Green Energy: Our production facilities are powered by green energy, significantly reducing our environmental impact and contributing to a cleaner planet.
Post-Use Recycling: We implement post-use recycling programs to ensure our products can be repurposed, minimizing waste and extending the lifecycle of our textiles.
Societal Development and Women Empowerment: We are dedicated to societal development and the empowerment of women. With a workforce where 72% are women, we support gender equality and create opportunities for professional growth and development in small cities.
As a brand that places sustainability at the core of our business, our founding principles and company values are based on production that protects the world and natural resources and respects the ecosystem. In textile sustainability, we focus on developing innovative solutions such as increasing the use of recyclable materials, ensuring energy efficiency, and minimizing water consumption. Taking a sensitive stance towards human-centric projects and social issues is an integral part of this philosophy. We achieve all of this not only through our own efforts but also by involving our internal and external stakeholders, considering their needs, and integrating them into our operational integrity.
Carbon Footprint Analysis at Tekstar
At Tekstar, we conduct comprehensive carbon footprint analyses of our customers’ collections to illustrate their environmental impact. By examining the entire lifecycle of a garment—including production, use, and end-of-life phases—we provide a thorough understanding of a product’s overall environmental footprint.
Researchs reveal that the maintenance and end-of-life phases contribute significantly more to the carbon footprint than the production phase. By refining these phases, we can significantly reduce the environmental impact. We share best practices for minimizing carbon footprints during maintenance and end-of-life phases with our customers, empowering them to communicate these strategies to their employees effectively. This collaborative approach helps foster a more sustainable future for the fashion industry.
A strong part of our sustainability approach is our perspective on gender equality. We believe that for social welfare to be achieved, women need to be more present and stronger in both professional and social spheres. Currently, 72% of our employees are women.
