Patagonia reformulated the Yulex™ material in the spring suits, making them lighter, stretchier and more comfortable. Made of 85 % natural rubber and 15 % synthetic rubber by polymer content that replaces a petroleum-based material with a plant-based one, they offer the same performance attributes as conventional stretch neoprene while reducing CO2 emissions by up to ~ 80 % in the manufacturing process. Derived from sources that are Forest Stewardship Council® certified by the Rainforest Alliance, Patagonia blends the natural rubber with chlorine-free synthetic rubber to increase ozone- and UV-resistance and meet their rigorous standards for strength and durability. Offering warmth and sun protection in a flattering, feminine design, the redesigned, neoprene-free R1® Lite Yulex™ Spring Juanita is 1.5 mm throughout, lined with high-stretch and fast-drying 100 % recycled polyester, the face fabric is an 88 % recycled polyester, 12 % spandex blend. The face fabric and lining are now solution dyed—using 86 % less water than conventional dyeing—and are laminated with water-based AquaA™ glue that’s free from harmful volatile organic compounds (VOCs). The vertical center-front zipper allows easy entry, seams are sewn with flatlock construction for next-to-skin comfort. Easy-access key loop included.
Since 1985, Patagonia has pledged 1% of sales to the preservation and restoration of the natural environment. 1% for the Planet is an alliance of businesses that understand the necessity of protecting the natural environment. They understand that profit and loss are directly linked to its health, and are concerned with the social and environmental impacts of industry.
Patagonias store misjon er å "lage det beste produktet uten å forårsake unødvendig skade og benytte virksomheten til å utvikle og implementere løsninger på miljøkrisen." Det er ikke mer å si om saken! For å nå dette målet jobber de hardt på Patagonia for å produsere innovative, enkle og smidige klær av høy kvalitet som hjelper utøvere og friluftsentusiaster å oppnå sine drømmer.