ARTICLE22
brand rating & evaluation
overall rating:
Conscious
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overview
sustainability
non-toxic
social responsibility
7 out of 10
n/a
8 out of 10
about
ARTICLE22 is a Brooklyn-based jewelry brand that transforms Vietnam War-era bombs and other scrap materials into handcrafted jewelry.
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sustainability
score:
7 out of 10
details:
ARTICLE22 repurposes shrapnel and scrap metal from unexploded ordnance (UXO) in Laos into jewelry. This approach reduces waste while aiding in clearing contaminated land, thereby promoting ecological restoration. The brand partners with organizations like Mines Advisory Group (MAG) to support demining activities, which plays an important role environmental rehabilitation.
However, ARTICLE22 could enhance transparency by providing detailed metrics on the material repurposed and the specific environmental impacts of their operations.
non-toxic
score:
n/a
details:
Ingredients & materials as they pertain to consumer health are not evaluated in brands that produce only jewelry. Learn more about how we rate.
social responsibility
score:
8 out of 10
details:
ARTICLE22 is deeply committed to social responsibility and works closely with Laotian artisans to provide fair wages and sustainable livelihoods. The brand's initiatives support traditional craftsmanship and contribute to community development. A portion of proceeds funds demining efforts, addressing the legacy of unexploded bombs in Laos.
While these efforts are commendable, ARTICLE22 could strengthen its social responsibility profile by offering more detailed insights into labor practices, wage structures, and the broader social impacts of their initiatives.
