How Eori is making Leather Sustainable – One SDG at a Time

How Eori™ Is Making Leather Sustainable – One SDG at a Time

Date: 26-04-25
Written by: V S Meena

We all want to live in a world that’s clean, fair, and safe – not just for us, but for future generations too. That’s exactly what the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are all about.

The SDGs are 17 big goals created by the United Nations to help solve real problems like pollution, poverty, poor working conditions, and climate change. These goals give everyone – from governments to businesses – a shared direction to work toward a better future.

At Eco Vegan Leather, we don’t see these goals as just a global agenda. We see them as a part of how we live, work, and grow responsibly. Whether it’s protecting forests, avoiding harmful plastics, supporting our workers, or using clean materials – our choices are guided by these values.

For years, fashion enthusiasts have cherished leather for its durability and luxury appeal. However, traditional leather production has significant environmental and ethical implications 2. Cattle ranching contributes to deforestation, particularly in the Amazon, and tanneries often pollute water sources with harmful chemicals.

A single leather handbag can require over 17,000 L of water, and one pair of leather boots emits about 66 kg of CO₂ 1. Even synthetic “vegan leathers” are often made from PU or PVC, which shed harmful microplastics over time.

Clearly, the fashion industry needed a new path — one that preserves leather’s look and feel but eliminates its environmental harm.

Introducing Eori™: A Plant-Based Leather Alternative

Eori™, developed by Eco Vegan Leather Pvt Ltd, is an innovation that reimagines leather, without animals, fossil fuels. Our material is entirely free of PVC and PU and is created from plant cellulose that is obtained from wood..

By mimicking the microscopic structure of animal skin using biomimicry and clean technology, Eori™ offers a leather-like material that is:

Plant – based
Chemical – free
Cruelty – free
Plastic – free in formulation

The result? A luxurious, durable leather alternative, without environmental damage, animal suffering, or toxic waste.

SDG 12 – Responsible Consumption & Production

At Eori™, our entire production process is designed to minimize harm and maximize efficiency:

We have been lab-tested for PU/PVC, and reports confirm that our product contains none of these.
Our product is CA Prop 65 compliant, meaning it contains no harmful chemicals known to cause cancer or reproductive harm.

We have also adopted ISO 9001- based quality systems to ensure that sustainability is not just a concept – but a consistent outcome.

These efforts directly support SDG 12 – Responsible Consumption & Production, by promoting safe inputs, clean manufacturing, and efficient resource use.

SDG 13 – Climate Action

Animal leather is a major driver of greenhouse gas emissions – from cattle ranching to chemical tanning 1.

By eliminating livestock from our supply chain, Eori™ reduces carbon emissions by around 87% compared to traditional leather 4 .

Through this model, we directly contribute to SDG 13 – Climate Action, reducing emissions and

supporting climate-resilient innovation in fashion.

SDG 15 – Life on Land

Eori™ plays a vital role in protecting land and biodiversity: Eori™ is committed to safeguarding natural habitats and preserving biodiversity:

We use no animal hides, eliminating the need for grazing lands and animal slaughter.
We prevent deforestation by avoiding cattle-based sourcing.

These practices support SDG 15 – Life on Land, by reducing land degradation, supporting forest conservation, and protecting ecosystems.

SDG 9 – Industry, Innovation & Infrastructure

Eori™ is not just a product – it is a platform for green industrial innovation.

Our production process uses biomimicry and advanced bio-based resins to replicate leather’s texture sustainably. In addition to developing eco-materials, we are also strengthening our internal systems.

We recently integrated ISO 9001 quality principles, which help us:

Improve production workflows
Eliminate inefficiencies
Deliver consistent quality to our customers

By focusing on both material innovation and process improvement, Eori™ actively supports SDG 9 – Industry, Innovation & Infrastructure.

SDG 8 – Decent Work & Economic Growth

Traditional tanneries are often hazardous for workers. In contrast, Eori™ promotes safe, ethical, and inclusive employment:

Our factory is toxin-free, safeguarding workers’ health.
We provide fair wages and promote women’s participation.
We support professional development through:
- Learning incentives (Readiness and Competency Incentives)
- leaves for job-related exams

These initiatives fulfill SDG 8 – Decent Work & Economic Growth, by offering respectful work environments and career growth for our employees.

SDG 4 – Quality Education

At Eco Vegan Leather, we believe that quality begins with learning. Sustainability isn’t just about materials – it’s also about investing in people.

As part of this commitment, our CEO recently completed the ISO 9001:2015 Awareness Training, a globally recognized quality management program. This learning experience helps us set up better systems, reduce mistakes, and ensure consistent quality – not just in products, but also in how we operate every day.

We also promote education across our team through:

Support for job-relevant exam preparation
Exam leave, so employees can upskill without stress.

These practices directly support SDG 4 – Quality Education, by enabling lifelong learning and capacity – building across the organization.

Eori™ isn’t just a product – it’s a movement.
One that replaces waste with efficiency, cruelty with compassion, and pollution with progress.

Backed by verified data and aligned with global goals, Eori™ proves that fashion can be both beautiful and responsible.
By choosing Eori™, brands and consumers contribute to SDGs 12, 13, 15, 9, 8, and 4 – simply by choosing better materials.

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Notes: 1. SDG icons used from the United Nations SDG guidelines. Source: https://sdgs.un.org