Sustainability

Glass Ladder & Co has been exclusively Vegan since Day 1! We choose cruelty free materials throughout every step of the manufacturing process, from base materials like Leather Alternatives, to materials used during assembly, and all the way down to our packaging!

Our main material is currently PU Leather. We are working to experiment with vegetable and fruit leathers to find a comparable substitute without compromising quality and durability, but even the use of PU Leather compared to genuine leather is not only cruelty free but more environmentally conscious.
The Collective Fashion Justice Org states “Industry data shows some cow skin leather to be the third most environmentally impactful material to produce when considering the climate, fossil fuel use, water use, chemistry and eutrophication. Even polyurethane synthetic leather… has less than half the impact… To make 1 typical cow skin leather tote, almost 17,128L of water is used. If you made the same bag from PU synthetic leather… the water footprint would be reduced over 14 times.”
The leather industry contributes to mass deforestation, water waste, and greenhouse gas emissions. Studies also show that individuals who live near or work at leather tanneries have increased rates of cancer due to long term exposure to harmful carcinogens.
Choosing PU Leather over PVC and Genuine Leather, is better for animals, people, and the planet!

Environmental impact of material production from cradle to gate

Source: https://www.collectivefashionjustice.org/planet

Packaging & Shipping

Tissue Paper: soy ink, FSC certified acid free paper, and a portion of profits goes to global reforestation

Paper Inserts: soy-based inks on 100% recycled paper

Gum Tape: our paper based tape and starch based adhesive are natural materials making them fully recyclable and biodegradable!

Carbon neutral shipping: The shipping cycle is known to release harmful carbon into our atmosphere. For every Route Package Protected shipment, we contribute to cutting-edge carbon removal projects that have the potential to reverse climate change.

Guide Dogs of the Desert
Guide Dogs of the Desert, based in Palm Springs, California, is a non-profit organization that provides custom trained guide dogs for blind and visually impaired individuals.
Mobility Dogs: Canine Partners for Life
The mission of Canine Partners for Life is to increase the independence and quality of life of individuals with physical, developmental, and cognitive disabilities or who are in other situations of need.
Deity Animal Rescue
Deity Animal Rescue is a women owned 501c3 organization with a passion and mission to rescue, rehabilitate and place stray, neglected and shelter dogs into loving, responsible and committed homes.
Bochy’s Box
Bochy’s Box is a subscription box that provides funds to Bochy’s Place, a safe home for girls rescued from human trafficking. 100% of proceeds obtained from subscribers directly support the operations of Bochy’s Place.
Walk & Walks
This is a 501c3 organization with a commitment to rescuing animals from a multitude of situations and placing them in loving, permanent homes.
Texas Relief Warriors
Founded in the wake of Hurricane Harvey, Texas Relief Warriors is a 501c3 dedicated to helping those in need in Texas and along the Gulf Coast.
NAACP Legal Defense Fund
The Legal Defense Fund (LDF) is America’s premier legal organization fighting for racial justice. Using the power of law, narrative, research, and people, we defend and advance the full dignity and citizenship of Black people in America.
Kiss the Ground
Our mission is to awaken people to the possibilities of regeneration and inspire participation in this movement through media, communications, education, workshops, immersive programming, and advocacy.
Animal Rescue League of Boston
The Animal Rescue League of Boston is an unwavering champion for animals in need, committed to keeping them safe and healthy in habitats and homes.
Bochy’s Box

Bochy’s Box is a subscription box that provides funds to Bochy’s Place, a safe home for girls
rescued from human trafficking. 100% of proceeds obtained from subscribers directly support
the operations of Bochy’s Place.
South Jersey Rescue
South Jersey Rescue is a 501c3 organization with a commitment to rescuing animals from a
multitude of situations and placing them in loving, permanent homes.
Wag & Walks
Wag & Walks is a 501c3 organization with a commitment to rescuing animals from a multitude
of situations and placing them in loving, permanent homes.
NAACP Legal Defense Fund
The Legal Defense Fund (LDF) is America’s premier legal organization fighting for racial justice.
Using the power of law, narrative, research, and people, we defend and advance the full dignity
and citizenship of Black people in America.
Saint Paul Area Chamber Charitable Foundation
The St. Paul Area Chamber Charitable Foundation was formed as the philanthropic arm of the
Chamber in 1976, to advance education and workforce development initiatives within the St.
Paul/East Metro area.

Our commitment to sustainability is an ongoing process. As a small business, we are excited to continually work to improve in all areas. As a small business, it’s important to us to continually improve our sustainability!

Sustainability

Our Materials

Environmental impact of material production from cradle to gate

Packaging & Shipping

Give Back Initiative