Terminology

Recycled; having been used before and then processed so that it can form a new product
Recycling; when paper, glass, plastic etc. is put through a process so that is can be used again

NON-Polluting; intentionally taking steps to avoid making an area or substance, usually air, water or earth, dirty or harmful to people, animals and plants, especially by adding harmful chemicals

Ethical; Adhering to ethical and moral principles (e.g.: “It seems ethical and right”).
Conforming to accepted standards of social or professional behaviour

Sustainable; Able to continue over a period of time:
Causing little or no damage to the environment and therefore able to continue for a long time

Biodegradable; Able to decay naturally and harmlessly:
Biodegradable products and packaging helps to limit the amount of harmful chemicals released into the atmosphere

Organic; Not using artificial chemicals in the growing of plants and animals for food and other products

Fair Trade; Trade carried on under a fair-trade agreement. A way of buying and selling products that makes certain that the original producer receives a fair price

Bamboo; Bamboo is grown 100% naturally without use of pesticides or fertizilers and is biodegradable. Bamboo is soft, breathable, strong, durable and hypo allergenic

PET; This fabric is made of post-consumer PET (polyethylene terephthalate) bottles. Recycled PET benefits the environment by reducing fossil fuel consumption and green house gases when compared to the "normal" polyester.