Low impact production
- Target: 100% use of low impact processes in our production by FY 26/27
- Progress: 35% of our products was made with verified lower impact processes and 60% of the products was made with at least one low impact process in FY 24/25
If materials bring our products to life, their treatments and finishes give them attitude. At Acne Studios we love distressed textures, unique washes, unconventional colours, and experimental prints. But whether the product is monochrome or multicoloured, glossy or raw, we are exploring ways to create the right quality and patina with less impact. We have developed a low impact production guide to help our design team and suppliers reimagine style and sustainability, and with new dyes, treatments, and technologies, we are innovating ways to reduce the water, chemicals and energy used in our production processes. By FY 26/27, we will use verified lower-impact production processes across our collections.
Leather bags by LWG
Our leather bags are crafted using leather sourced from tanneries certified by the Leather Working Group (LWG), a global initiative focused on reducing the environmental impact of leather production. Today, all core bag leathers and 90% of the leather used across our collections come from tanneries awarded Gold or Silver status, reflecting strong performance across energy and water use, chemical management and wastewater treatment. This allows us to achieve the quality, durability and character we look for in our leather, while lowering impact across the supply chain.
Denim Washes
Acne Studios was born from denim, so ensuring our denim production is as clean as possible is a priority. We have developed a denim wash classification tool to reduce the water, chemicals and energy used in the washing and finishing of our denim. Based on the globally recognised Jeanologia methodology, our tool encourages our partners to use the latest in laser, nanobubbles and ozone technologies to achieve the same look and feel with a lighter environmental footprint. Today, more than 60% of our denim meets our low impact wash criteria.
GOTS certified jersey and denims
We are raising the bar for low-impact production by creating pieces made with certified organic materials and processes, from farm to finished product. Through the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS), every stage of the supply chain—from cotton fibre cultivation to dyeing and finishing—must meet strict environmental and chemical criteria. We currently offer selected styles within our jersey and denim collections that are fully GOTS certified, and we continue to expand this offering as part of our commitment to cleaner, more responsible production.
