Our Commitment to Sustainability

When you buy a Korchmar leather product, you are doing something positive for global sustainability. By utilizing hides that the global meat industry considers a byproduct, the leather industry prevents almost 300 million hides from landfills throughout the world.  At Korchmar we are committed to developing products that allow for the efficient use of a wide variety of hides. 

Additionally, we believe in sourcing materials responsibly and minimizing our impact on the environment, which is why we work with tanneries that share our values.

One of our key suppliers is B' Leather, who sources responsible and sustainable leather. We're proud to work with B' Leather, but also want to highlight the importance of responsible sourcing across the leather industry, and the efforts that we make to ensure that our products meet our sustainability standards.

B' Leather has a state-of-the-art effluent treatment plant that's designed to process 1,200 cubic meters per day. This means that their wastewater is treated to the highest standards, and they're always looking for ways to improve their processes. They've also implemented internal recycling and energy-saving campaigns, which encourage their team to be more sustainable.

In addition, they have a solar heat pipe plant that provides 25% of their hot water needs. This has led to a reduction of 9,000 gallons of fuel oil used in their boilers, which not only saves them money but also reduces their carbon footprint. By leveraging renewable energy sources, they're able to contribute to a more sustainable future.

These are examples of the type of commitment to global sustainability that Korchmar uses as criteria for all its leather sources.  They must share our values and be committed to responsible and sustainable sourcing. We believe that by working together, we can make a positive impact on the environment and create a better future for all.

Thank you for exploring Korchmar products. We look forward to continuing to provide our customers with sustainable products.