If we are to improve the eco-responsibility of our products and reduce our environmental impact, we need to start by measuring it and comparing it to market standards. With this in mind, since 2020 we have been working with Fairly Made, an independent analysis company that carries out the LCA (Life Cycle Assessment) of our products every season, from design to recycling. They also identify the carbon footprint of each shoe’s components, so that we can source ever more eco-responsible materials.

The choice of raw materials is crucial to reduce the carbon footprint since they can represent up to 70% of the impact. From Fairly Made analyzes, our stylists and product managers eco-designed shoes by integrating the most ecological materials possible. They favor vegan sweating, laces in organic cottons, mesh and recycled gum more respectful of the environment.

03 Carbon compensation

And because reducing our carbon footprint isn’t enough, we’ve decided to go even further.

In other words, for 10.16kg of CO2 emitted for the production of a pair of Lucia, we finance a project which allows to sequester or avoid the issue of 10.16kg of CO2.

Today, we are supporting a decarbonisation plan for a cattle farm in Moselle: improved feed, outdoor grazing, reduced energy consumption. Our aim is to understand how to transform this sector in order to reduce the carbon footprint of the leathers we use in some of our collections.

Because some of our trainers are made in China, we have also committed to funding an energy decarbonisation project there. It comprises a hydroelectric power station that uses the potential of the River Ba to supply green electricity to the grid. This is an ethical project that contributes to the sustainable development of a country in transition by providing jobs for the local population in this south-western province.

04 common objectives

Limiting our impact is also part of our day-to-day work. In our offices and shops, we try to remain consistent with our mission by promoting all eco-responsible initiatives. The team is committed, in its own small way, to reducing its carbon footprint as much as possible.

All our packaging is made from recycled paper, including shoeboxes, shipping cartons, all our print media, etc. Goods are transported entirely by ship, train and lorry. Sorting is an integral part of our waste management system and we prioritise recycling wherever possible.

And to take things even further in 2025, each department will have a carbon emissions assessment, with the aim of further limiting our impact.