Sustainability Policy
SUSTAINABILITY
At Material Music, we believe that responsibility is an integral part of who we are. All of our physical products are made in limited runs and small batches, ensuring that no excess stock ever finds its way into landfills. Unlike mass production, our approach is community-driven, focusing on creating music and merch that resonate with our community for the long term.
Our mission is to work together with our trusted suppliers to produce investment-worthy items, spending months on each release meticulously considering design, form, and function. We encourage our community to care for their pieces properly too, thereby extending their lifespan and reducing their environmental impact.
We're actively working with our manufacturing partners to move towards using solely organic materials and eco-conscious practices throughout every piece we produce. Beyond this, we have built strong, long-standing relationships with the small number of selected factories that we work with and hope that we can continue to grow together as we continue to see demand and love for our products, ensuring both stable jobs and a sustainable income for those that we partner with. The selective factories we partner with are independently audited and certified to meet globally recognized social and environmental standards.
When it comes to packaging, all of our orders are packaged in XXX, Small limited runs etc...
There is always room for improvement and we are constantly working to explore further ways in which we can make responsible choices while ensuring our products, both digital and physical, remain accessible to as many people as possible - which our community can continue to support and enjoy. We are on a continual journey, committed to evolving as a brand that is mindful of its impact, in partnership with our community and partners.
As part of our ongoing commitment to sustainability, we are exploring ways to further reduce our carbon footprint. This includes investing in renewable energy sources for our offices and production facilities, and offsetting carbon emissions from our shipping processes. We are also looking into innovative recycling programs to ensure that any waste generated is repurposed effectively.
Moreover, we aim to enhance the transparency of our supply chain. We are working towards providing detailed information about the origins and environmental impact of our materials, so our community can make informed choices. This transparency will be coupled with regular updates on our sustainability milestones and goals.
ARTISTS/PEOPLE
The people are what make Material Music. From the internal team, artists we work with, to the community that so fiercely supports us - people are everything.
We take great pride in being recognized as an accredited Living Wage Employer, a testament to our dedication to fair compensation and employee well-being, certified by the Living Wage Foundation.
As a label disrupting the norm within music - a world historically centered around men, with women often overlooked, Material Music creates for everyone, and that includes you. We celebrate women every single day, and we are proud to have X% female representation within our team.
When it comes to offering equal opportunities, we're all in. We believe in a level playing field for everyone, whether it's hiring, training, promotions, or just simply enjoying the studio environment, it’s all important. We know that every person is unique, with their own perspectives, backgrounds, and lifestyles. That's why we make sure no one gets treated unfairly because of their age, disability, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. We're here to break down those barriers.
It’s the uniqueness and diversity of each member of our team and community that makes us so powerful. We're all about respecting each other's differences and working together to create a workplace where everyone feels valued and included.
We understand the evolving landscape of the music industry and are committed to continuous improvement. Our mission is to future-proof our operations, ensuring that our team, artists, and the legacies of our labels can reflect on their achievements with pride and passion.