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If you live in the Pacific Northwest , it is likely that you have heard of the clothing company Patagonia. You probably own a Patagonia fleece or know someone who does. This company has been through many transformations; from mountain gear to fleece for surfers, and long underwear for those in cold climates. Patagonia has never stopped caring about the environment.As comfy and versatile as their clothing is, their mission has never been about fashion.

Patagonia’s website sates that “..25% of all toxic pesticides used in agriculture was(and is) horrific, and that evidence of damage to the health of field workers is strong, though difficult to prove.” In 1994, Patagonia made the decision to transform all of their cotton products to be made from only 100% organic cotton. They succeeded in this mission and every cotton garment since 1996 has been 100% organic cotton.

Patagonia is continuing to research more sustainable fabrics. They are using more hemp along with recycled polyester. The thing that o find the most interesting is that some of their best-selling products are made from plastic soda bottles! Yes it’s true, one of their suppliers found a way to recycle that plastic and turn it into polyester to make fleece.

Along with a lifetime guarantee on clothing, Patagonia continues to make the best products with the best of intentions. Patagonia is a true example of sustainable living. To read more about Patagonia’s history, shop for yourself, or learn about their current clothing-recycling program, check out www.Patagonia.com.