Genesis Footwear

Our “Planet” rating evaluates brands based on the environmental policies in their supply chains, from carbon emissions and wastewater to business models and product circularity. Here we rate Genesis Footwear “It's a Start”. These are a few factors influencing its score:

• It uses some lower-impact materials, however it does not publish an aggregate breakdown of materials used.
• There’s no evidence it minimises solvent-based chemicals, which can be harmful to workers and the environment in production.
• It takes meaningful action to reduce emissions from transportation and distribution.
• While it offers clothing recycling to consumers, it doesn’t report on its results.
• It avoids plastic packaging.

Workers’ rights are central to our “People” rating, which assess brands’ policies and practices on everything from child labour to living wages and gender equality. Here we rate Genesis Footwear “Not Good Enough”. These are a few factors influencing its score:

• Some of its final stage is located in low risk countries or certified facilities, however it does not publish an aggregate breakdown of suppliers.
• It claims it has a Code of Conduct but does not publicly disclose it.
• There’s no evidence it ensures workers are paid living wages in its supply chain.
• There’s no evidence it provides financial security to its suppliers, which can result in poor working conditions and wages.

Brands’ animal welfare policies and, where applicable, how well they trace their animal-derived products are the focus of our “Animals” rating. Here we rate Genesis Footwear “Great”. It states that its entire product range is vegan.

Based on all publicly available information we’ve reviewed, we rate Genesis Footwear “It's a Start” overall.