CALLIOPE SUSTAINABILITY MANIFESTO

Look what is happening to our world:

maybe you think nobody can save it.

That nobody can change things.

But actually, anyone can.

Anyone can change small

habits, commit to achievable

objectives, try to do things

in a slightly different way.

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Is that enough?

Yes, if we all do our part,

and as long as we do not think we are too small

to make a difference.

Because caring for the planet

and those who inhabit it

is a heroic and monumental mission,

one that can only be accomplished

by normal people, like us.

At Teddy Group we have always believed

that fashion should belong to everyone.

We also think that it does make a

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difference who you are or where you come from:

you can always change things,

as long as you are not alone.

We’re not waiting for a hero to save us.

We’re starting to work on what really matters.

Now. Together. Join us.

Because anyone can.

EVERYONE CAN.

Product, Planet and People are the three impact areas of ‘Everyone Can’, the Calliope sustainability programme that reflects our commitment to a more responsible and circular path. A path that is an integral part of Teddy’s corporate programme.

On this journey, we believe that everyone can contribute to changing things for the better. That is why we want to inspire you to do your part. Join Calliope’s vision, towards a more sustainable and radiant future.

Discover the Teddy Group’s sustainability commitment

MILESTONES

2021

2022

2023

2024

As of this year, the ‘Everyone Can’ label has identified garments made from certified raw materials that are more sustainable and/or produced using production processes with a reduced environmental impact.

We adhere to the Circular Fashion Partnership initiative, promoted and led by Global Fashion Agenda (GFA), with the aim of recovering and managing manufacturing waste in circularity in the countries of production.

We adhere to the international Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals (ZDHC) programme for the responsible management of chemicals throughout the production chain.

Construction of the new logistics hub, LEED® Green Gold certified, has been completed.

As of this year, 100% of the shopping bags and tags in Calliope shops are made of FSC® 100% Recycled certified paper.

The data reported is the result of internal monitoring and the onus is on Teddy SpA to prove its veracity.

More than 16% of the garments produced by Calliope include more sustainable fibres, classifying them as ‘Everyone Can’ garments.

‘With You Always’, the collection programme for second-hand clothes in Calliope shops with a kids’ department, has launched. The collected garments are received by our partner, who coordinates their recovery and gives them a new lease of life.

Drafting of the Animal Welfare & Forests Conservation Policy.

Our greenhouse gas reduction targets have been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative.

Calliope shares its Code of Conduct with 100% of its suppliers, specifying requirements for social behaviour in line with international standards.

We have joined Cascale (formerly Sustainable Apparel Coalition) in order to provide transparency regarding the environmental and social performance of our company and our production chain.

New training courses for our suppliers with wet processes in Bangladesh for understanding and complying with ZDHC guidelines and protocols.

More than 31% of the garments produced by Calliope include more sustainable fibres that classify them as ‘Everyone Can’ garments.

Polyester, cotton and viscose make up 83.8% of Calliope’s fibre mix. 38.4% of Calliope’s fibre mix is polyester, of which 12.5% comes from recycled sources; 32% of Calliope’s fibre mix is cotton, of which 8.7% comes from recycled or organic sources; 13.2& of Calliope’s fibre mix is viscose, of which 38.4% comes from more sustainable sources.

Drafted policies on ESG and Chemical Management.

Calliope’s suppliers have been assessed on social criteria through on-site audits or international protocols, covering 93% of the total finished products ordered.

As of this year, e-commerce packaging is made of 85% recycled material.

Reduction of Scope 1 & 2 emissions (i.e. those generated by directly operated operations) by 87.7% through the purchase of GdO renewable energy and the installation of photovoltaic panels.

Attainment of the ‘Impact Pioneer’ level of ZDHC’s Brands To Zero programme. 81% of the mapped wet plants took the ZDHC Supplier to Zero course.

For more than a decade and in accredited laboratories, we have been testing the fabrics and materials used in our collections for potentially harmful chemicals, with a particular focus on garments intended for children.

A partnership with Zero CO2 was established to tell the story of Calliope’s support for reforestation on land and underwater.

We have joined Textile Exchange, the leading international initiative for the certification of the most sustainable fibres and traceability along the entire conservation chain.

Product development departments have been trained in eco-design principles, in line with the European ESPR, Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation.

‘Better Store’ project guidelines have been drafted to make shops more sustainable, aligning the principles with the most authoritative international protocols.

We organised the ‘Teddy Annual Supplier Meeting’ event in Bangladesh involving all suppliers with about 180 participants for two days of exchange on environmental and social sustainability.

We have joined the Employment Injury Scheme (EIS) project, promoted by the International Labour Organisation (ILO) in Bangladesh with the aim of supplementing the funds available for the insurance coverage of workers and their families in the event of occupational accidents and diseases.

Our present and future commitments

Formalise and adopt eco-design guidelines for circular garments aligned with the ESPR regulation.

Reach the ‘Foundational’ level as a member of Cascale.

Increase the number of wet-process plants joining the ZDHC initiative for more responsible management of chemicals.

At least 50 per cent of the garments will have relevant intentional sustainability features*.
Includes GRS and RCS certified recycled synthetic fibres; GOTS and OCS certified organic natural fibres; other certified fibres (such as LENZING™ ECOVERO™ and Repreve®). Not included: BCI cotton.

Formalise policies in the areas of Due Diligence, Diversity & Inclusion and the Strategic Operational Plan on Raw Materials.

Obtain certification to Textile Exchange standards.

Reach the ‘Impact Accelerator’ level of ZDHC’s Brands To Zero programme.

Organise training and improvement programmes for suppliers on environmental and social issues on an annual basis, in the countries of production.

Apply Green Building principles to the shop network to make stores more sustainable.

Increase employee satisfaction at the Teddy Group’s operating sites based on the results of climate surveys to 60% overall satisfaction.

Acquire the ‘Progressive’ level as a member of Cascale.

Achieve our absolute emission reduction targets of 51% for both Scope 1 and 2 and, in terms of intensity, for Scope 3, compared to the 2019 baseline.

RAW MATERIALS

Calliope favours organic or recycled fibres that reduce environmental impact. The Everyone Can label identifies our garments that contain more sustainable fibres, but also those whose production processes are responsibly managed with respect to environmental and social impact.

ORGANIC COTTON

Organic cotton is cultivated through organic farming practices. It comes from non-GMO cultivation and without the use of toxic chemicals. Organic cotton does not harm the soil, generates fewer greenhouse gas emissions, and uses less water and energy than conventional cotton. All our products labelled ‘organic’ are supported by OCS or GOTS certifications that guarantee traceability along the supply chain.

RECYCLED COTTON

Recycled cotton can come from the waste of a production process or from used clothing. The use of recycled cotton reduces the consumption of energy, water and dyes used in processing compared to virgin cotton. All our products whose label indicates the presence of recycled fibres are supported by RCS or GRS certifications guaranteeing traceability along the supply chain.

RECYCLED POLYESTER

Recycled polyester can come from waste from a production process or from used clothes. The use of recycled polyester reduces dependence on oil as a raw material, reusing textile waste and reducing energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions compared to virgin polyester. All our products made of recycled fibres are supported by RCS or GRS certification, which guarantee traceability along the supply chain.

REPREVE®

REPREVE® is a registered trademark of UNIFI which has patented a fibre derived from the recycling of plastic bottles from landfills and oceans. Its advantages include lower greenhouse gas emissions and significant savings of water and energy throughout the process. The protocol of this label also includes the control of social and environmental aspects.

TENCEL™ LYOCELL

TENCEL™ Lyocell is a regenerated cellulosic fibre known for its natural comfort and environmentally responsible closed-loop production process that saves resources and minimises waste. Patented by Lenzing AG™, this fibre is derived from controlled or certified wood sources.

VISCOSE ECOVERO™

EcoVero™ is a viscose patented by Lenzing AG™. EcoVero™ is derived from processing wood pulp through a more sustainable circular process. The production process reduces carbon emissions and water consumption by 50% compared to conventional viscose production.

VISCOSE LIVAECO™

Livaeco™ viscose is made from pulp obtained from FSC®-certified sources and follows a strict protocol that can be traced all the way from source to finished garment. Livaeco™ contains a unique molecular tracer that helps in source verification along the value chain. Livaeco™ is produced with low water consumption, low greenhouse gas emissions and has faster biodegradability.

PREMIUM LINEN

This is a natural, 100% vegetable and vegan fibre, grown without irrigation and GMO-free. This flax is certified by an internationally registered trademark guaranteeing the traceability of premium quality flax fibres grown in Western Europe. Certification is verified by an independent third-party organisation for products made of pure linen or containing at least 50 per cent linen.

ZERO WASTE COLLECTION

Imagine responsible fashion, where no precious fabric is wasted. This dream gave rise to Zero Waste by Calliope: a collection created to minimise material waste. Our hymn to precision, our promise for the future.

 

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GOOD HABITS,
GOOD CLOTHES

Make your world shine, starting with your favourite garments. Simple choices and good habits like these can help you take care of your style and its impact on the environment.

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Washing in cold water preserves fabrics and reduces consumption. When using a washing machine, choose gentle cycles and eco-washes.

Use environmentally friendly detergents with surfactants of vegetable origin. Gentle on garments and people, mindful of the impact on the environment

Hang your garments and let them air dry. By doing so, you will reduce energy consumption and the related greenhouse gas emissions caused by tumble drying and ironing.

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HOW WE CARE FOR THE PLANET

Doing our bit for circularity

Thanks to the ‘With You Always’ programme initiated in Calliope shops with the Kids module, we ensure that used clothes collected in store and received by our partner live a second life for those in need. Furthermore, by joining the Circular Fashion Partnership of the Global Fashion Agenda, we promote circular fashion by collecting and recycling textile production waste.

Collaborations and alliances along the chain

We adhere to the international Brands to Zero programme of Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals (ZDHC) for the responsible management of chemicals throughout the production chain and the elimination of toxic-harmful substances, thus reducing the industry’s chemical footprint.

Emissions and renewable energy

To contribute to decarbonisation, we submitted our greenhouse gas reduction targets to the Science-Based Targets initiative. We aim to reduce Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 51% by 2031. They are already down 87% in 2023 compared to 2019. From 2023, Calliope’s headquarters and direct shops respectively will be powered by 100% and 96% electricity from renewable sources. Our Goal 3 intensity target is to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 51% per unit of product sold by 2031 compared to 2019.

Embrace Nature

With the Embrace Nature project, since 2024 Calliope has been collaborating with ZeroCO2 to combat soil erosion and promote sustainable agricultural practices in Italy. The collaboration includes the planting of 100 trees of native species to improve biodiversity and optimise water resources in a land at risk of desertification near Castelvetrano, Sicily.

Recycled paper packaging

Our quest for circular models also embraces packaging, increasing the use of certified paper from sustainable sources. By 2023, 64.3% of packaging was made from materials from more sustainable sources, of which more than 80% of the paper we use, including cartons, labels and shopping bags, is FSC® certified.

The data reported is the result of internal monitoring and the onus is on Teddy SpA to prove its veracity.

The people around us

Calliope's suppliers

Our commitment to a fairer and more responsible future.

We monitor compliance with safety standards and workers’ rights and, as of 2022, 100% of our suppliers have read our Code of Conduct.

In addition, we carry out audits of our suppliers by accredited international partners and evaluate them through our rating system in order to support them in improving their social performance.

Calliope’s suppliers have been assessed on social criteria through on-site audits or international protocols, covering 93% of the total finished products ordered.

The people around us

Our collaborators

The Calliope team: a team we love.

We open our doors to those who are looking for an opportunity and a place where they can feel at home, promoting paths of growth and training.

In 2022, 28% of staff were promoted internally and we invested in the training of 650 employees, creating a welcoming and stimulating working environment, where they feel valued.

In 2023, our company involved 542 employees in volunteer activities, with a total of 722 hours donated.

The people around us

The communities in which we operate

We support projects for a fairer and more humane world.

We contribute to the dream of a company that wants to dress the world in beauty and warmth, while fostering personal fulfilment.

For this reason, since 2014 Teddy has been supporting the social realities and charities supported by the Gigi Tadei Foundation. For example, the proceeds from our line of room diffusers in collaboration with Belforte go to support social and educational projects of the Cooperative The Friends of Gigi.

The intense collaboration between Calliope and UNICEF took the form of projects such as ‘Back to School 2023’, which guaranteed a year of schooling for 200 children in need.

The people around us

Calliope's suppliers

Our commitment to a fairer and more responsible future.

We monitor compliance with safety standards and workers’ rights and, as of 2022, 100% of our suppliers have read our Code of Conduct.

In addition, we carry out audits of our suppliers by accredited international partners and evaluate them through our rating system in order to support them in improving their social performance.

Calliope’s suppliers have been assessed on social criteria through on-site audits or international protocols, covering 93% of the total finished products ordered.

The people around us

Our collaborators

The Calliope team: a team we love.

We open our doors to those who are looking for an opportunity and a place where they can feel at home, promoting paths of growth and training.

In 2022, 28% of staff were promoted internally and we invested in the training of 650 employees, creating a welcoming and stimulating working environment, where they feel valued.

In 2023, our company involved 542 employees in volunteer activities, with a total of 722 hours donated.

The people around us

The communities in which we operate

We support projects for a fairer and more humane world.

We contribute to the dream of a company that wants to dress the world in beauty and warmth, while fostering personal fulfilment.

For this reason, since 2014 Teddy has been supporting the social realities and charities supported by the Gigi Tadei Foundation. For example, the proceeds from our line of room diffusers in collaboration with Belforte go to support social and educational projects of the Cooperative The Friends of Gigi.

The intense collaboration between Calliope and UNICEF took the form of projects such as ‘Back to School 2023’, which guaranteed a year of schooling for 200 children in need.