Fashion & Apparel · US · patagonia.com
A written explanation for this grade has not been published yet. The criteria below show what the score rests on.
Every pillar, criterion by criterion — with the rubric level behind each score.
No major recent labor issue found, but evidence coverage is limited.
Strong public disclosure with useful supplier, sourcing, or due-diligence detail.
Strong public commitments across several labor-rights topics.
Patagonia is among the highest-rated Fashion & Apparel brands we've scored so far.
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Strong external signals from recognized third parties, watchdogs, audits, or assurance.
No major recent environmental issue found, but evidence coverage is limited.
Strong environmental disclosure with useful detail on impacts, emissions, or sustainability actions.
Strong public commitments across several environmental topics with measurable direction.
Strong external signals from recognized certifications, datasets, or credible third-party reviews.
No major animal welfare issue found, but evidence remains limited.
Strong public animal welfare policy covering major relevant issues.
Strong external signals from recognized certifications, standards, or NGO evidence.
Strong, structured, and current disclosure that supports public accountability.
No major recent issue found and credible evidence supports responsible governance practices.
Strong, detailed, well-structured governance policies with clear accountability and implementation signals.
Strong evidence of timely, transparent, and accountable responses to ethical issues over time.
The grade says what the evidence shows; this says how much evidence stands behind it — five weighted dimensions.