Zeeman

Zeeman is a Dutch fashion brand known for its very affordable, everyday basics including denim, swimwear, polos, tops & blouses, T-shirts, shorts, and bodysuits. While its final production stages are certified by various standards, the brand has room to improve its environmental initiatives and overall supply chain transparency.

Range: Family, Everyday Basics

Price: Very Affordable

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Location: Netherlands

Sustainability Rating

Planet: 2
People: 4
Animals: 4

Analysis

Planet

Rating: Not Good Enough

Uses few lower-impact materials, including recycled materials.
No evidence of setting a greenhouse gas emissions reduction target.
No evidence of taking meaningful action to reduce or eliminate hazardous chemicals in manufacturing.
No evidence of actions to protect biodiversity in its supply chain.

People

Rating: Good

More than half of its final production stage is certified by standards such as BSCI, Fair Wear Foundation, SMETA, and SA8000.
Received a score of 51-60% in the 2023 Fashion Transparency Index.
Provides leadership programs for women in its supply chain, potentially leading to promotions and higher wages.
Claims to have a program to improve wages but lacks evidence of ensuring workers are paid living wages in most of its supply chain.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, disclosed adequate policies to protect workers in its supply chain from the virus.

Animals