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Sustainability

We believe in leaving the planet in a better state than we found it. As part of our mission to create the world’s most beautiful, enduring linens for the home, we also want to contribute to the well-being of our environment. We’re proud to share some of the steps we’ve taken to build a more sustainable future for Matouk, our community and the Earth as a whole.

Aerial view of the Matouk facility surrounded by autumn trees

Matouk headquarters in Fall River, Massachusetts

Our Recent Results

At our Fall River facility, we’re taking practical steps to reduce waste and use resources more thoughtfully.

  • In 2025, 72% of our waste was recycled or repurposed. We sent approximately 45% less waste to landfill than in 2022.
  • Since August 2024, all textile remnants from our Fall River facility have been diverted from landfill and repurposed into shoddy fibers. In 2025, we recycled 92,290 pounds of textile remnants.
  • In 2025, we recycled 145,320 pounds of corrugated cardboard, 27% more than in 2022.
  • We recycle all of our wood pallets—approximately 1,200 each year.
  • We’ve introduced a food-scrap composting program.
  • Lighting and heating upgrades have helped improve energy efficiency by 41% since 2022

Additionally, through a partnership with our primary towel supplier in Portugal, we use reinforced shipping cartons, allowing us to reuse nearly 9,000 cartons each year for outbound shipments.

Factory floor with sewing stations, thread shelves, and a mural

Our Fall River facility is one of only a handful in North America to receive the STeP by OEKO-TEX® certification.

OEKO-TEX® STeP

We have received the prestigious STeP by OEKO-TEX® certification, for our Fall River, MA production facility. STeP (Sustainable Textile Production) promotes environmentally and socially responsible practices in textile manufacturing.


Assessments are conducted by an independent international body which performs a meticulous analysis of textile facilities. Strict qualifiers of excellence must be met across different criteria, including environmental performance, chemical management, quality management, health & safety in the workplace, and general social responsibility.

Our manufacturing team worked tirelessly for years to attain this rare certification, which only a handful of production facilities across the United States have been granted. We are committed to responsible manufacturing and believe in working with companies and individuals across the globe who share these beliefs.

Split image of rooftop solar panels and a landscaped courtyard

Installed in 2010, our solar panel system now generates approximately 30% of the energy needed to power the Fall River facility.

Our Headquarters

One of the most visible expressions of our sustainability efforts is the solar panel system first installed at our Fall River factory in 2010 and expanded over time. Today, our combined solar systems generate approximately 750,000 kWh annually—equivalent to 104% of the electricity consumed at our 925 Airport Road facility. On an annual basis, the factory is now net electric neutral.

Our Partners

Across our global supply chain, we work with socially responsible partners who share our values and commitment to sustainability. Strengthening supply chain sustainability requires strategic investment and long-term collaboration, and we have already seen meaningful results.

Close-up of a folded stack of terry towels

Since 2010, our primary towel supplier in Portugal—also an OEKO-TEX STeP-certified producer—has reduced the water required to produce our towels by more than 50%, saving millions of liters annually.

In 2016, we introduced the Matouk Down Collection, crafted by our exclusive partner Dorbena in the Swiss Alps. This collection is DOWNPASS certified, which ensures that all feathers are ethically sourced and processed using environmentally responsible methods. Dorbena’s use of solar power, local Alpine water and biodegradable detergents allows them to exceed the highest standards for sustainability and responsibility.

Our Corporate Responsibility

We are committed to conducting business with integrity, transparency and respect for all stakeholders. Our code of conduct reflects these principles and provides guidelines for ethical decision-making. Any code of conduct issues or concerns can be reported using the form linked below.

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Our sustainability journey is ongoing. We believe in improving our processes and decreasing our impact on the Earth every year. We remain focused on driving positive change for our company, our industry and the planet.