Welcome to our SDG series: SDG 15 – Life on Land

Patagonia, a renowned outdoor clothing and gear company, aligns with SDG 15 by actively engaging in environmental conservation efforts conservation by protecting natural habitats and biodiversity.

Patagonia uses its platform to raise awareness about preserving forests and ecosystems, highlighting the risks of deforestation and habitat destruction. They prioritize materials from ethical and eco-friendly sources, setting high standards for raw material suppliers like cotton and wool. Patagonia financially backs grassroots environmental projects, focusing on land conservation, reforestation, and protecting biodiversity.

Patagonia creates sustainable clothing lines using recycled materials, reducing reliance on new resources and lessening the impact on ecosystems. Patagonia continuously improves supply chain practices to align with sustainability goals, emphasizing land conservation and biodiversity protection. In order to truly value their sustainable commitment, they even took the bold move to take their company private (delist from the stock exchange).

In essence, Patagonia’s commitment to eco-conscious practices, advocacy, and support for conservation initiatives positions them as a significant contributor to SDG 15’s aim of safeguarding protecting land and diverse wildlife. Setting the example for other companies to fully commit to the SDGs.

Next week is all about SDG 16: Peace, justice and strong institutions. Curious who we will highlight next? Stay tuned to find out!