Sustainability is a word that you can hear often, especially as Earth Day approaches. On one hand, many folks strive to live sustainable lifestyles year round. They put thought into where they shop and what products they buy. They look for sustainable goods and practices. However, the actual principles of sustainability can get lost in marketing speak and corporate jargon.
Outdoor Research is one brand that puts their heart into sustainability. It’s one of their core guiding principles that plays a role in the materials they use, the environmental impact of their manufacturing processes, and much more. They even have a Sustainability Collection featuring everything from mens rain jackets to womens fleece, all made with sustainability in mind.
This Earth Day, if sustainability is one of your top priorities, here’s how Outdoor Research makes your favorite outdoor apparel with real sustainable practices.
Sustainability and Performance Come Together
These days, you can find reliable gear crafted with innovative materials that are both sustainable and rugged enough to stand up to your outdoor adventures. Take the Stratoburst Stretch Rain Jacket, for instance. Available in mens and womens sizes, these rain jackets are part of Outdoor Research’s Sustainability Collection.
The jacket is made with bluesign® approved Ventia™ 2.5-layer 100% recycled polyester. It’s a jacket that can help protect you from wet weather while still allowing for breathability so you don’t end up overheating on the trail. And because it’s bluesign® approved, the fabric’s manufacturing process has been audited to ensure responsible environmental impact.
Weaving Together Sustainability with Responsibility
Speaking of responsible impact, many products in Outdoor Research’s lineup put a major emphasis on responsibility. The Helium Down Hoodie and Jacket are prime examples. These highly-rated jackets (available in mens and womens sizes) are also part of Outdoor Research’s Sustainability Collection.
The shell is made from a mix of different sustainably sourced materials. This includes Pertex® Quantum with Diamond Fuse Technology made from 100% nylon, 41% of which is recycled. Again, this fabric is bluesign® approved. But we can’t forget about the down filling. The Helium Down Hoodie and Jacket are made with RDS (Responsible Down Standard) 800+ fill down. This down is thoughtfully and responsibly sourced to help maintain animal welfare that goes above and beyond. That’s warmth you can count on.
Bringing Sustainability to Every Part of Your Adventure
From rain jackets to warm hoodies to hiking pants, you can find Outdoor Research’s commitment to sustainability across nearly every type of product they offer. This also extends to their hats, gloves, and other gear. That means you can add sustainability to practically every part of your adventure.
The Outdoor Research Helium Rain Full Brim Hat is a rain hat made with breathable, waterproof, and bluesign® approved material. The Ferrosi Thru Gaiters are made with bluesign® approved recycled nylon. The list goes on. At Outdoor Research, there’s no limit to maximizing your sustainability this Earth Day and beyond.
Learn more about Outdoor Research’s sustainability practices at https://www.outdoorresearch.com/
