Our Values
At Origyn, we genuinely care about doing what's right, not just for our business, but for the world around us. We're committed to aligning our operations with many of the UN ESG goals because they reflect our core values—things like sustainability, fairness, and integrity. We're committed to working hard to support material innovation, optimize our supply chain, and refine our operations to do the most good.
Core Tenets
Lifecycle Focused
At Origyn we design products with their entire lifecycle in mind, utilizing responsible and ethical materials like MIRUM®, a plant-based alternative to traditional leather.
Value-Driven
We partner with producers who align with our sustainability values, ensuring ethical manufacturing practices that prioritize fair wages, safe working conditions, and environmentally responsible practices. Origyn emphasizes small production runs to reduce waste and maintain high quality.
The Second Life of Things
Origyn aims to manage the lifecycle of its products by ensuring materials like MIRUM® are biodegradable and exploring ways to responsibly refurbish or dispose of items once they reach the end of their useful life.
Our Guiding Principles
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Responsible Consumption & Production
Origyn is committed to responsible production and consumption by prioritizing sustainable practices throughout its operations. From using plant-based materials to ensuring products are designed for durability and minimal waste, Origyn is dedicated to reducing its environmental footprint and promoting a culture of mindful consumption.
UN ESG Targets: 12.2, 12.4, 12.5, 12.8
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Economic Growth & Decent Work
We believe that economic growth must not come at the expense of workers. As such, we're working with an exceptional production partner that shares our values of social responsibility, fair wages, health & safety compliance, and respect for the local community.
UN ESG Targets: 8.3, 8.4, 8.8,
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Gender Equality
Origyn is deeply committed to gender equality, with a strong foundation rooted in its female-led leadership. By promoting equal opportunities, empowering women at all levels, and actively fostering an inclusive culture.
UN ESG Targets: 5.1, 5.4, 5.5, 5.b, 5.c
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Life Below Water
Origyn is dedicated to protecting life below water by promoting the use of alternatives to plastic and prioritizing sustainable materials, helping to safeguard our oceans and preserve marine ecosystems for future generations.
UN ESG Targets: 14.1, 14.2, 14.5, 14.a, 14.c,
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Life on Land
Origyn is committed to preserving life on land by supporting sustainable sourcing practices that protect forests and wildlife habitats. By choosing eco-friendly materials and promoting biodiversity, Origyn is working to ensure that our planet's ecosystems thrive.
UN ESG Targets: 15.1, 15.2, 15.3, 15.4, 15.5, 15.c
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Vegan Materials
Using vegan materials is a powerful step toward conservation, as it reduces the demand for animal-derived products, helping to protect biodiversity and preserve natural habitats. By choosing sustainable, cruelty-free alternatives, Origyn supports the material innovation required to shift to a plant-based paradigm.
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Organic Materials
Choosing organic materials is key to protecting biodiversity, as it eliminates the need for harmful chemicals that can damage ecosystems and wildlife. By embracing organic materials, Origyn supports sustainable practices that nurture the earth, promote healthy soils, and preserve the natural balance of our environment.
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Give Back
Giving back to charitable organizations that focus on UN ESG targets amplifies Origyn's commitment to creating positive global change. By supporting these initiatives, Origyn helps drive progress on critical issues like climate action, social equity, and sustainable development, extending its impact far beyond its own operations.
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Transparency
As a value-driven organization, Origyn is committed to transparency in every step of our supply chain. We believe in sourcing materials responsibly and working closely with partners who share our commitment to ethical practices. As such, we have committed to the Transparency Pledge. We are sharing our supply chain information because we believe that by empowering our consumers we can help to set a standard for supply chain transparency.
UN ESG Targets
The UN ESG goals, also known as the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), are a set of 17 global objectives designed to address the world's most pressing challenges by 2030. These goals focus on a broad range of issues, including poverty, inequality, climate change, environmental degradation, peace, and justice.
Environmental (E): Goals related to environmental sustainability, such as combating climate change, protecting life on land and below water, and promoting sustainable use of natural resources.
Social (S): Goals that focus on social issues, including gender equality, decent work and economic growth, quality education, and reducing inequalities within and among countries.
Governance (G): Goals that emphasize the importance of strong institutions, transparent governance, peace, justice, and partnerships to achieve the broader agenda of sustainable development.
Together, these goals provide a comprehensive blueprint for a more sustainable and equitable world, encouraging governments, businesses, and individuals to work collaboratively towards achieving a better future for all.
We have chosen to align our operations with specific goals we feel we can influence. These priorities may change over time as our operations mature.