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A Curated Collection of Sustainable Choices in Canary Wharf
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In this meticulously curated collection of shops, services, restaurants and more, discover sustainable choices that epitomise environmental and social responsibility. Embrace brands that are B Corp Certified, signifying their commitment to the highest standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability. From indulgent beauty products made with ethically sourced ingredients to hospitality experiences that prioritise waste reduction, from fashion statements crafted from sustainable materials to culinary delights featuring locally sourced produce, immerse yourself in a diverse array of conscientious options.
By prioritising sustainability, The Conscious Edit showcases how these practices and standards can transform everyday experiences. Join us in shaping a brighter, impactful future with The Conscious Edit, and see how these choices can positively impact our Canary Wharf community.
Repair and refill
Breathe new life into well-loved favourites.
Waste not, want not is the age-old adage that’s proving the ultimate in contemporary chic and sustainability standards, as repair and refill services give us the chance to get more from the products we adore. Minimising waste and maximising value, from your favourite sneakers to refillable cosmetics, enjoy a clear conscience with our expert services.
W’air
Revolutionising sneaker care.
A unique offering that passionate ‘sneakerheads’ will adore, sneaker laundry W’air promises to return your runners to box-fresh condition. Their services range from an express freshen up to full restoration thanks to a skilled team of professionals. Crucially, by prolonging the lifespan of your shoes, they help reduce the 22 billion pairs of shoes discarded and sent to landfill annually. Not only that, but their cutting-edge hydrodynamic technology means that their deep cleaning methodology uses significantly less water, energy and detergents than traditional cleaning for a more eco-conscious approach.
L’Occitane
Sustainable skincare from the South of France.
This beautiful brand is known for its award-winning, natural skincare and organic cosmetics, inspired by the South of France and Provençal beauty secrets. They’re also committed to a nature-positive future, investing in biodiversity, promoting responsible sourcing and with a host of sustainability commitments as an organisation. Having always been committed to recycling and keeping nature free from pollution, they also have their Eco-Refill Collection, saving 85% more plastic compared to the original product and with 31 products to choose from.
Monica Vinader
A trailblazer in sustainable jewellery.
Revolutionising luxury jewellery, Monica Vinader promotes affordable, sustainably made, handcrafted jewellery for women using 100% recycled gold and silver. A trailblazer in sustainability, the brand has set new and inspiring industry standards, steadfastly committed to traceability, transparency, and environmental responsibility. Amongst the many ways they support social and climate responsibility are with their jewellery recycling programme, where they will recycle your silver and gold jewellery from other brands and give you £20 off your next purchase. They have a Product Passport program to show traceability of your purchase, and they offer eco-friendly packaging as well as end-of-life recycling programs. In addition, the brand has pioneered initiatives including a five-year nature project rejuvenating disused farmland and capturing over 1,000 tonnes of carbon.
GANT
A lifelong love of jeans.
Where American sportswear meets European sophistication, GANT is all about classic elegance and modern comfort combined. Adding to their inherent feel-good factor, they are committed to long-lasting fashion to prevent waste, both for your pocket and the planet. With that in mind, when you purchase a pair of GANT jeans, they promise to help care for them with free repairs courtesy of their Lifelong Repair service. All you have to do is bring your favourite pair to one of their stores and they will take care of the rest.
James Shoe Care
Making shoes last longer.
A family-run business since 1979, James Shoe Care has always prided itself on friendly customer service and a slick, professional approach to everything from shoe repairs to key cutting, shoe shine, watch and jewellery repairs, rubber stamps, logo embroidery and signage. Making sure those court shoes, Oxfords, loafers, Brogues and boots work more than their nine ’til five, they’re masters of extending the lifespan of your favourite footwear.
City of London Dry Cleaners
Making fashion investments last.
Ensuring everything from shirts and jackets to summer dresses remain as good as new, the team at City of London Dry Cleaners not only offer dry cleaning, laundry and ironing, but alterations and clothing repairs including free fittings as well. Making sure your sartorial investments last a lifetime (or at least longer than they might otherwise have done), it’s your chance to eschew fast fashion for classic favourites that keep looking their best.
Ross Watch Repairs
Keep ticking along.
The luxury watch repair specialists, Ross Watch Repairs, are conveniently located in the mall at Cabot Place, and offer every service you can imagine to keep your watch working at its best. Whether you want battery replacements, resealing or pressure testing, mini services, full services, cleaning and polishing, new leather watch straps, watch glass replacements and more, keep family classics and hard-earned statement pieces from TAG Heuer, Omega, Cartier and more, ticking and on time.
Certifiably socially conscious
B Corp certified brands that meet the highest standards.
Certified B Corporations, or B Corps, are companies verified by B Lab, the nonprofit network transforming the global economy to benefit all people, communities and the planet. To achieve B Corp certification, organisations have to meet high standards of social and environmental performance, transparency and accountability, proven through a comprehensive accreditation process. Here are a few favourites that made the grade.
Rituals
Leading the charge in B-Corp beauty.
This beautiful brand is a master of gorgeous home and body products, turning everyday experiences into meaningful rituals. As well as being a beauty favourite, they are committed to sustainability and central to their mission is their pledge to reduce their 2021 greenhouse gas emissions intensity by 50% by 2030, and to achieve Net-Zero status by 2050. In store, you can see a pivotal part of their strategy in their meticulous approach to eco-friendly product packaging and lifecycle management through refill initiatives. They also offer end-of-life recycling programs to ensure their environmental footprint is as minimal as possible.
Lakrids By Bülow
Pioneering planet-loving premium confectionary.
Hailing from Denmark, LAKRIDS BY BÜLOW is the master of delicious Nordic flavours, with its expertise rooted in gourmet liquorice. In January 2024 they became the first premium confectionary company in the Nordics to attain B Corp certification – a real milestone for them and the industry. Proving you can be indulgent and make a positive impact on the world, for them sustainability runs through the business from responsible sourcing of natural ingredients to engaging with local communities, eco-friendly packaging and powering their facilities using green energy. Their jars are made from recyclable and recycled RPET, minimising waste and promoting circularity and customers are offered rewards for returning the jars after use.
Grind
Caffeine without compromise.
The hot spot for London coffee, Grind helps you to enjoy better, more sustainable caffeine at home or out and about. Their home-compostable Nespresso® compatible pods are a favourite – they’re 100% plastic- and aluminium-free, and made only from organic matter (PHA). The B Corp Certified brand also supports the planet through their Better Coffee Foundation®, which seeks to undo the damage caused by the coffee industry – for example, by recovering ocean-bound plastic. Not only that but all their coffee comes in compostable packaging, and they source it all from small-scale farms which implement regenerative agricultural practices, prioritising resource efficiency and supporting biodiversity.
Aesop
Self-care with extra feel-good-factor.
Known for their delicious, earthy fragrances, ethical standards and BCorp Certification, Aesop is the Australian skincare phenomenon whose glass bottles and distinctive scents have become instantly recognisable. Self-care with extra feel-good-factor, sustainability runs through every aspect of their business. For example, all products are vegan and made from responsibly sourced ingredients, and they’re approved under the Cruelty Free International Leaping Bunny programme.
Savour sustainability
Nourish yourself and nurture the planet.
The provenance of our food has a big impact on the planet. In fact, food systems are responsible for around one-quarter (26%) of global greenhouse gas emissions, when you consider its whole lifespan from land use change to packaging and transport. Making every meal count, here are some of our most sustainable foodie favourites, helping you to nourish yourself and the planet.
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Mallow
Eco-conscious ingredients.
Seasonal, sustainable and low-key chic, mallow at Wood Wharf is a 100% plant-based restaurant, giving you an entire menu of beautifully presented food to choose from. Serving delicious dishes – both in flavour and presentation – they embrace eco-friendliness from reducing waste to supporting renewable energy initiatives and carefully choosing their suppliers. For example, amongst their drinks suppliers there are those that use ingredients nearing the end of their life by freezing, drying and macerating them to reduce waste. Suppliers recycle, use motion sensor taps and some turn used cooking oils into biodiesel. Even their Sapling Vodka takes things up a notch, planting one tree for every bottle sold, resulting in significant carbon absorption and emissions reduction.
Hawksmoor Wood Wharf
Championing regenerative agriculture.
Awarded the maximum three-star rating from the Sustainable Restaurant Association for the 12 consecutive years, Hawksmoor is ambitious about building restaurants with integrity. That means championing regenerative agriculture and proper management of pastureland that offsets and removes carbon from the atmosphere, sustainable fishing practices and local, seasonal sourcing. It makes them one of the most sustainable restaurant groups in the country, and they have one of their leading destinations on the Wharf on Water Street. In addition, Hawksmoor Wood Wharf is housed in an eco-friendly floating pavilion, made from sustainably sourced timber decking and aluminium extracted from hydro sources. It has a green roof planted with wildflowers and grasses, to encourage visits from insects and bees and is primarily powered by energy from Canary Wharf’s Combined Heat and Power network to help lower the impact on the environment.
Humble Grape
Redefining conscious wine culture.
Humble Grape at Mackenzie Walk is known for its viticulture knowledge, 450 wines and sommelier recommendations. Here, you can sample their range, soak them up with small plates and sumptuous mains, and have a good chin wag with the expert team. This is not just a wine bar however, it’s a testament to conscious consumerism with a focus on directly importing sustainable, organic and low-intervention wines from small, family-run vineyards. From sourcing eco-friendly packaging to ensuring sustainable production practices, every aspect of the business reflects this dedication to sustainability. Their customer initiatives include events like Wine O’Clock, offering 100% organic wines at affordable prices. They also plant trees and repurpose leftover bread for beer production as part of their carbon offsetting.
Emilia’s Crafted Pasta
Gastronomic goodness and organic orders.
Known as a purveyor of fine Italian cuisine, Emilia’s Crafted Pasta is famous for delivering a sense of home cooked goodness, and its profound commitment to environmental consciousness only makes everything taste better. They take a meticulous approach to ingredient sourcing, using local fare where possible and importing eco-friendly modes of transportation such as boats and trains. The restaurant boasts a remarkable 90% reliance on renewable energy, with electrical appliances powering its cooking, eliminating the use of gas entirely. Single-use plastics have been banished from the premises and packaging for takeaways and deliveries is now fully recyclable and compostable. They also foster awareness initiatives among customers with the intention of creating a community of conscious diners.
Roe
Nose-to-tail and root-to-stem
New to the Wharf this year, Roe is also a firm sustainability favourite for its sustainably sourced fare and nose-to-tail, root-to-stem ethos. Named for Britain’s native deer, they champion modest, British ingredients including meats and carefully sourced fish from the British Isles, as well as regenerative crops like wild-farmed native grain. Enjoy it all at their Park Drive location, complete with an expansive south-facing terrace overlooking the South Dock canal.
From dress up to turn down
Embracing sustainability in fashion and hospitality.
There are more ways than ever to embrace sustainable fashion, whether it’s purchasing from brands with strong eco credentials, repairing much-loved items to maximise their lifespan, going pre-loved or picking items up in-store for a greener way to shop. Here are some of our favourite feel-good-fashion heroes on the Wharf.
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Circle Collective
Feel-good fashion with ethical purpose.
Far from being the average fashion retailer, the Circle Collective brings together social and environmental consciousness in a movement towards sustainable fashion. At their outlet on the Wharf, their ‘Purpose Collection’ is a blend of handpicked pre-loved products, curated vintage pieces and their own sustainable brand. They use eco-friendly packaging and end-of-life recycling programs, as well as prioritising responsible practices throughout their operations. This sits alongside their social enterprise work, supporting disadvantaged unemployed young people aged 16-30 years to move into life-changing work and gain financial independence.
lululemon
Leading the way in active environmentalism.
The famous Canadian brand is known for its athleisure luxe and technical high-performance fabrics with style. The wizards of working out are committed to a more beautiful world, both in their clothing and in their ethics. Their sustainability mission means making products that are not only better for people but also better for the planet. Central to their sustainability strategy is their commitment to carbon neutrality by reducing emissions across its value chain. They invest in renewable energy and collaboration with industry partners, ensure responsible production and tackle packaging waste head-on by seeking to ‘make waste obsolete’. They foster awareness and advocacy for sustainable practices amongst their clientele, creating a merry band of fit and fabulous eco warriors.
Paul Smith
Fashion forward future.
The perfect blend of tradition and modernity, Paul Smith is the master of style and eye-catching colour, particularly thanks to their signature stripes. Always ahead of the curve, they’ve been leading the way in sustainability thanks to their framework of responsible sourcing, community care, increased circularity and reducing emissions. In particular, their Responsible Sourcing Pathway focuses on sourcing lower environmental impact materials and promoting transparency throughout the supply chain. Look at their products and you will find their Sun Logo on those made with at least 50% lower-impact materials, helping customers to make informed choices. They also offer their Repair, Restore, Refresh service, enabling you to extend the lifespan of your purchases and reduce waste.
TRIBE Canary Wharf
Single use plastics and circular hospitality.
The stylish, convivial TRIBE hotel in Canary Wharf offers convenience without compromise, and that’s epitomised in their sustainability credentials. This innovative hotel is leading the charge towards a greener, more eco-conscious future, with initiatives ranging from their dedication to energy efficiency and conservation to partnerships with B Corporation-certified brands, offering refillable shower products and eco-friendly toilet rolls. Nespresso coffee machines in guest rooms are paired with fully recyclable coffee pods, NOBL WATR water cartons serve as a sustainable alternative to traditional plastic bottles, and they work with ecoSPIRITS to pioneer circular packaging technology for premium spirits and wine. Meanwhile, through partnerships with Too Good to Go TRIBE’S restaurant Feels Like June tackles food waste head-on, offering discounted surplus items and creating zero-waste cocktails made from locally sourced ingredients. TRIBE Canary Wharf even achieved Green Key status this year, an award that recognises excellence in environmental responsibility and sustainable operations within the tourism industry.
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