Environmental Responsibility
For us, sustainability means caring for the environment and the wellbeing of our customers, staff, makers and community.
We partner with brands who share our goal for a more sustainable future, focusing on durable, innovative designs that promote longevity, health and wellbeing.
We’re not perfect but strive for progress daily.
our footprint
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carbon
The furniture industry is notoriously carbon and waste-intensive. According to the World Green Building Council, the building and construction sector accounts for approximately 39% of global carbon emissions, with fit-outs and furniture playing a major role. In 2023, we partnered with Pangolin Associates to evaluate our carbon footprint and create a decarbonisation roadmap, focusing on emissions from freight and electricity. We will conduct assessments every two years to track progress and refine our strategies.
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greenpower
Learn moreOver the course of 2024 we transitioned to renewable power solutions, now proudly purchasing 100% GreenPower for showrooms nationally.
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apco
Learn moreIn 2024, District joined the Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation (APCO) to take meaningful steps toward reducing our packaging impact. While we continue to assess and refine our approach, we’ve already introduced some positive changes, with more exciting updates on the horizon.
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compostable mailbags
honeycomb paper instead of bubble wrap
FSC certified recyclable boxes
*Materials used for online orders
certifications
Certifications play a key role in our work, consistently guiding and motivating us to improve while also providing assurance to our customers. We are committed to advocating the importance of verification and promoting products that contribute to healthy indoor environments.
We partner with brands who manage products through eco-labeling programs such as Möbelfakta, Greenguard, Global GreenTag and Environmental Product Declarations.
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geca
Explore productsGood Environmental Choice Australia (GECA) is Australia’s only independent, not-for-profit ecolabel, committed to reducing environmental impact and promoting ethical manufacturing. Since 2016, District has maintained GECA certification through rigorous third-party assessments. Our manufacturing partners undergo regular audits to ensure ongoing compliance with GECA’s high standards.
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EPD
Explore productsAn Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) is a verified document that provides transparent, comparable data on a product’s environmental impact throughout its lifecycle.
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declare
Explore productsWe advocate for the use of responsible, non-hazardous materials and believe that furniture products should clearly disclose what they are made of. Our clients and customers deserve transparency, that’s why in 2024 we’re proud to have completed our first, third party verified Declare Label for our Duo collection. Our Duo system represents the beginning of our commitment to increased material transparency.
