Finisterre sustainability score: 52/100

Finisterre reported 3,802 tCO₂e total emissions in 2022 with Scope 1&2 at ~304t (8% of total). Achieved 28% reduction in Scope 1&2 from 2020 baseline using GHG Protocol methodology. Data publicly disclosed on website with Green Element consultancy alignment, though no third-party assurance statement provided.

Scope 3 emissions calculated at 3,498 tCO₂e (92% of total), with 76% attributed to textile production. Coverage extended since 2020 to include homeworking, commuting, and end-of-life products. Supply chain is compact (12 factories) with published factory list and clear methodology, capturing majority of material categories.

Total absolute emissions increased from 2020 baseline to 3,802 tCO₂e in 2022 due to business growth and improved data capture. Scope 1&2 decreased 28% but Scope 3 growth outpaced this gain. Company acknowledges growth reflects both measurement improvements and genuine production expansion.

By end of 2023, all Finisterre sites except one were powered by 100% renewable energy via green tariff switching. In 2022, all but two sites accessed renewable electricity. Represents ~90%+ coverage through verified tariffs rather than unbundled RECs, with active transition of remaining sites ongoing.

Finisterre partners with Surfers Against Sewage, Project Seagrass, and Sea Shepherd on ocean restoration and campaigns against bottom trawling and new oil/gas. Joined Microfibre 2030 Commitment and tested fabrics for shedding. 93% materials are organic, recycled, or natural. No formal TNFD disclosure or quantified nature footprint exists.

Lived & Loved initiative repaired 1,500+ products in 2023 (27% increase from 2022). Reskinned partnership bought back 2,795 items with 800+ repaired for resale. Circular Flow collected 1,000+ wetsuits for recycling. 93% of 2024 collection uses organic/recycled/natural fibres. Leave No Trace bags use 70% less paper.

Finisterre demonstrates awareness through organic cotton use and neoprene alternatives for wetsuits, reducing water consumption and chemical pollution. Improving chemical supply chain transparency and using non-toxic alternatives. No quantified water footprint published and no specific reduction targets disclosed for a supply chain where textile dyeing and cotton growing carry significant water risk.

Finisterre holds SBTi-validated SME streamlined targets: 42% Scope 1&2 reduction by 2030 from 2020 baseline, with commitment to measure and reduce Scope 3. On track (28% achieved by 2022). Internal net-zero 2040 commitment not yet SBTi-validated. Reduction-focused with no offset reliance.

Finisterre certified B Corp with 2025 recertification score 116.3 (median 50.9). Publishes annual Impact Reports covering carbon, materials, circularity, supply chain. Factory list publicly available with employee numbers and audit status. 96.1% of Tier 1 suppliers underwent external audits in 2023. Legal structure requires stakeholder consideration.

No greenwashing allegations, regulatory actions, fines, or environmental controversies identified. Independent FemiGnarly review found genuine commitment with only minor concerns about GOTS certification and virgin polyester in linings. Engages in positive ocean advocacy campaigning against bottom trawling, new oil/gas, and sewage pollution.