At SW Sustainability Solutions, sustainability isn’t just a goal—it’s integrated into how we innovate, source, and deliver hand protection solutions worldwide. As the only B Corp certified glove manufacturer with science-aligned targets for reducing Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions, we are committed to lowering environmental impact while helping organizations improve safety, operational performance, and responsible sourcing initiatives. With one of the industry’s largest sustainable glove portfolios, we continue advancing environmentally responsible PPE solutions across healthcare, laboratory, industrial, and controlled environment applications.
EcoTek® is SW’s patented, environmentally sustainable nitrile glove technology, designed to address glove waste sent to modern landfills and incinerators. EcoTek® has been tested according to the ASTM D5526 standard*. EcoTek® is useful for all glove users and industries as it reduces emissions when incinerated. Click here to learn more.
In healthcare and industries where glove contamination is a concern, incineration is often required for safe glove disposal. This method ensures the safe disposal of gloves that have come into contact with hazardous materials or pathogens, reducing the risk of disease transmission and environmental contamination.
*Results are based on third-party testing comparing emissions to a standard nitrile glove, incinerated in a dual-chamber incinerator.
*The reported CO₂ emissions represent the combined emissions from both the glove material and the fuel combusted during the incineration process.
To further reduce environmental impact, our single-use nitrile gloves are recyclable through our partnership with Polycarbin. This collaboration enables healthcare and lab facilities to divert used gloves from landfills and integrate them back into the circular economy—supporting a cleaner, more sustainable future without compromising performance or protection.
Discover how much your organization could reduce emissions, lower logistics costs, and decrease landfill impact by switching to EcoTek® gloves. The calculator provides a customized estimate based on your glove usage and operational footprint
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2025 Occupational Health & Safety Industrial Hygiene Award Winner
PowerChem® PC-12WT100, Hand Protection: Chemical/Liquid category
2024 Environmental Protection New Product of the Year
TrueForm TF-95BL, Green Technology & Services category
2023 Environmental Protection New Product of the Year
TotalForm TF-14BK, Green Technology category
2022 Best In Biz Silver Winner
Most Environmentally Friendly Product of the Year, EcoTek
2022 Ragan's CSR & Diversity Awards Finalist
Green and Environmental Stewardship category
2022 Environmental Protection Winner
Green Technology and Sustainable Safety/Health Products
2020 Winner in Hand Protection
PowerForm PF-95GW, Occupational Health & Safety Awards
2018 Winner in Green Technology
EcoTek, Occupational Health & Safety Awards
B Corp Certified
B Corp Certification recognizes companies committed to environmental responsibility, social impact, and transparency. It highlights our commitment to sustainable practices and accountability, establishing us as an industry leader advancing positive change.
ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Systems
ISO 9001 is the world’s leading standard for quality management systems. It reflects our commitment to continuous improvement, employee safety, and delivering the highest-quality products in the industry.
ISO 14001: Environmental Management System
ISO 14001 is an internationally recognized certification for environmental management. SW meets these standards across materials, manufacturing, and disposal, demonstrating our leadership in sustainable hand protection practices.
ISO 13485:2016 Quality Management for Medical Devices
ISO 13485 sets rigorous international standards for quality management of medical devices. SW meets these standards across qualifying medical and exam-grade gloves, supporting quality and compliance requirements.
Social Accountability
Our supply chain is audited through WRAP, SMETA, SEDEX, and BSCI social compliance programs, demonstrating our commitment to ethical operations, fair labor practices, and employee well-being.
Skin Health Alliance Certification
SHA is an internationally recognized dermatological accreditation. SW was the first hand protection manufacturer for unlined gloves to earn this symbol, demonstrating our commitment to skin health and user safety.
EcoVadis Platinum Medal — Top 1% Global Sustainability
SW advanced from Bronze in 2024 to EcoVadis Platinum in 2025, placing us among the top 1% of companies assessed globally for sustainability performance. This recognition highlights leadership in environmental management, ethical practices, responsible sourcing, and supply chain transparency.
ACT Ecolabel 2.0 Certification
The PowerChem® PC-12WT100 EcoTek® Cleanroom Glove earned the ACT Ecolabel 2.0 administered by My Green Lab, recognizing sustainability leadership for laboratory and life science products. The certification evaluates products and manufacturing operations across key sustainability criteria, including recycled and renewable material content, chemicals of concern, product durability, packaging sustainability, waste diversion, water and energy management, renewable energy adoption, GHG emissions reporting, and product carbon footprint transparency.
Greenhealth Approved
PF-95TL, TF-95RB, and TF-95NV earned the Greenhealth Approved Seal, providing healthcare professionals confidence in products evaluated for safer chemical requirements, sustainable packaging, responsible manufacturing practices, and climate accountability.
SBTi (Science-Based Targets Initiative) Recognition
Recognized by SBTi for sustainability efforts aligning with 1.5°C aligned scope 1 & 2 targets. SW aims to reduce absolute scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions by 42% by 2030 from 2022 baseline, contributing to a sustainable, low-carbon future.
Certified Green Business (California)
California Green Business Network leads in creating a vibrant green economy conserving resources and saving money. SW partners to make communities healthier, more livable, and environmentally responsible.
SME B Climate Score – 2024 CDP Disclosure
SW earned top ranking among SMEs globally for climate transparency and action from the Carbon Disclosure Project. Highlights proactive climate risk management, emission reductions across Scope 1, 2, and 3, and sustainability leadership. Strengthens position as preferred partner for sustainable sourcing organizations.
Scope 1 • Scope 2 • Scope 3
View year-over-year emissions performance across direct, indirect energy, and value chain emissions.
Note: 2025 reporting reflects SW’s revised organizational boundary and operational control approach for GHG accounting.
Explore our complete range of EcoTek® sustainable glove technologies, designed to reduce environmental impact without compromising performance.
DownloadLearn how EcoTek® gloves can help reduce incineration-related emissions while supporting sustainability initiatives for contaminated glove disposal.
DownloadExplore SW Sustainability Solutions’ latest sustainability report highlighting environmental performance, product innovation, responsible sourcing, workplace culture, and progress toward our 2030 sustainability goals.
DownloadSustainability progress requires collaboration across the entire value chain. Partner with SW Sustainability Solutions to help reduce environmental impact while advancing safety, operational performance, and responsible PPE sourcing for the future.
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