Environmental rating and industry report 2018, which called for more transparency and responsibility in the watch and jewellery sector, was, perhaps, excessively grumpy about the industry.
Out of the 15 brands looked at, only IWC got its nose above the midway point in the six-tier ratings system used. But it does highlight the complexities involved.
There is a long list of variables to be considered - raw materials, supply chains, labour conditions, manufacturing techniques and energy use.On raw materials and the supply chain, simply passing the buck to your regular supplier is no longer enough.
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