Greener Closet

Pepper

Last analyzed: 5/28/2026

Overall score
41/100

Summary

Pepper demonstrates a commitment to ethical manufacturing and some sustainable practices, such as using WRAP-certified factories and implementing water-saving measures. However, the brand has significant areas for improvement, including greater transparency in its supply chain, adoption of sustainable materials, and disclosure of environmental impact metrics. Enhancing these aspects would strengthen Pepper's sustainability profile.

Categories

10 total

Animal Welfare and Cruelty-Free
7/10

Pepper's products are primarily made from synthetic materials, suggesting no direct use of animal-derived components. However, explicit cruelty-free certifications or policies are not mentioned.

Ethical Labor Practices and Fair Wages
6/10

Pepper partners with WRAP-certified factories that support female heads of households by offering fair wages and benefits. However, detailed information on wage levels and labor conditions is limited.

Transparency and Traceability
5/10

Pepper provides some information about its manufacturing practices, including partnerships with WRAP-certified factories in Colombia and Sri Lanka. However, detailed disclosures about the entire supply chain, such as raw material sourcing and comprehensive supplier lists, are limited.

Waste Reduction and Sustainable Packaging
5/10

Pepper utilizes minimal packaging made from recycled and recyclable materials, reducing single-use plastics. However, comprehensive waste reduction strategies beyond packaging are not detailed.

Certifications and Standards
4/10

While Pepper's manufacturing partners hold WRAP certifications, the brand lacks product-specific certifications like GOTS or Fair Trade. Additionally, there is no evidence of third-party audits or certifications covering the entire supply chain.

Water Conservation and Pollution Control
4/10

Pepper's fabric mill employs water-saving dyeing processes and recycles 80% of fabric waste. However, specific data on water usage and pollution control measures are not publicly disclosed.

Sustainable Material Sourcing
3/10

Pepper primarily uses synthetic materials such as nylon and spandex, which are petroleum-based and non-biodegradable. There is no indication of significant use of sustainable or recycled materials in their products.

Circularity and Product Longevity
3/10

While Pepper emphasizes quality craftsmanship, there is no evidence of initiatives promoting product take-back, recycling programs, or designs facilitating end-of-life recycling.

Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy
2/10

There is no publicly available information regarding Pepper's initiatives or commitments related to energy efficiency or the use of renewable energy in their operations or supply chain.

Overall Carbon Footprint and Emissions
2/10

Pepper does not provide data on its carbon footprint or greenhouse gas emissions, nor does it outline specific targets or strategies for emissions reduction.