Greener Closet

Goodfellow &

Last analyzed: 4/30/2026

Overall score
49/100

Summary

Goodfellow & Co. demonstrates a commitment to sustainability through the use of eco-friendly materials and ethical production practices. However, the brand's lack of transparency, third-party certifications, and comprehensive reporting on environmental impact areas indicate significant room for improvement.

Categories

10 total

Animal Welfare and Cruelty-Free
7/10

The brand primarily uses plant-based and recycled materials, avoiding fur and exotic skins, aligning with cruelty-free practices.

Sustainable Material Sourcing
6/10

Approximately 70% of Goodfellow & Co.'s collections are made from sustainable materials like GOTS-certified organic cotton, linen, hemp, and recycled fibers.

Waste Reduction and Sustainable Packaging
6/10

Goodfellow & Co. produces in small, limited runs to avoid overproduction and uses primarily plastic-free, biodegradable packaging.

Water Conservation and Pollution Control
5/10

The brand's European factories employ water-saving techniques and natural dyeing processes, but comprehensive data on water footprint is not published.

Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy
5/10

Goodfellow & Co. has a public goal to reduce carbon emissions by 30% by 2025 and achieve carbon neutrality by 2030, but detailed data on energy usage is lacking.

Circularity and Product Longevity
5/10

The brand offers a small take-back program and repair services to extend garment lifespans, but these initiatives are still developing.

Transparency and Traceability
4/10

Goodfellow & Co. claims to work with trusted, small-scale factories but does not publish a full supplier list or provide third-party audit reports, limiting transparency.

Overall Carbon Footprint and Emissions
4/10

While the brand has set emission reduction goals, it has not published comprehensive reports on its Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions.

Ethical Labor Practices and Fair Wages
4/10

Goodfellow & Co. produces in European countries with strong labor laws but does not disclose specific wage data or hold formal certifications.

Certifications and Standards
3/10

The brand lacks third-party certifications such as Fair Trade or SA8000, relying solely on self-reported ethical practices.