Showa Temres 282-02 Sustainability Report

The Temres 282-02 has limited long-term durability. Its thin polyurethane shell is susceptible to punctures and abrasion, and once compromised, the glove quickly loses its waterproof integrity. The fixed fleece liner also breaks down with repeated use, making this a short- to mid-term option rather than a multi-season glove for heavy users.

Choosing durable outdoor gear is perhaps the most effective way to reduce environmental impact—the longer it lasts, the less it needs to be produced. Our proprietary longevity rating evaluates overall build quality based on factors such as materials, fabric denier, component durability (including zippers and toggles), real-world performance as reported by our field testers, and our experiences with the brand. Overall, we feel strongly that reducing overall consumption is a cornerstone of sustainability.

The Showa Temres 282-02 doesn't have a durable water repellent, so we don't factor it into its sustainability rating.

The DWR (Durable Water Repellent) finish is a product’s direct defense against outside moisture, and commonly contains PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances). These synthetic compounds, known as "forever chemicals,” are found in a range of gear categories, from jackets to footwear. They resist water, oil, and heat exceptionally well, making them ideal for outdoor use, but their nearly indestructible nature also means that they take an extremely long time to degrade in nature, if at all. PFAS can eventually end up in everything from soil to drinking water and have been linked to a range of health issues.

This glove doesn't have a waterproof membrane, so we don't factor it into its sustainability rating.

The membranes of certain waterproof products, including rain jackets, ski jackets, ski bibs, hardshells, and hiking footwear, commonly contain PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances). These synthetic compounds, known as "forever chemicals,” resist water, oil, and heat exceptionally well, making them ideal for outdoor use, but their nearly indestructible nature also means that they take an extremely long time to degrade in nature, if at all. PFAS can eventually end up in everything from soil to drinking water and have been linked to a range of health issues.

This glove isn't made with leather, so we don't factor it into its sustainability rating.

Companies typically source responsible leather from suppliers that meet the Leather Working Group Standards (LWG). LWG is a third-party non-profit organization that assesses the environmental impact of leather manufacturers and ensures compliance with its standards. This includes assessing water and energy use, waste and chemical management, air and noise emissions, traceability, health and safety, and the use of restricted substances. The LWG also gives tanneries ratings (bronze, silver, and gold), which we take into account when making our ratings.

The Showa Temres 282-02 doesn't contain recycled materials. Showa uses minimal recycled materials in its products. In 2024, less than 1% of the materials in its gloves were recycled.

Outdoor gear can be made partly or entirely from recycled materials, the most common being nylon, polyester, wool, and down. Some products include a single recycled component or a partially recycled fabric, while others are 100% recycled (generally excluding accessories like zippers, Velcro, toggles, etc.). For our sustainability ratings, we evaluate the amount of recycled materials in a particular product and assign points accordingly.

There aren't Bluesign-approved materials in the Temres 282-02. Showa isn't a Bluesign System Partner, and it doesn’t incorporate Bluesign-approved materials into its products.

Bluesign Technologies, based in Switzerland, operates a third-party textile certification system that ensures materials are manufactured to strict environmental, chemical, and worker safety standards. A Bluesign-approved material indicates that it has undergone a rigorous vetting process based on the criteria above. A Bluesign Product goes the next mile, containing at least 90% Bluesign-approved fabrics and at least 30% Bluesign-approved accessories.

Showa manufactures its products in seven ISO 14001-certified facilities across Japan, Malaysia, and Vietnam. ISO 14001 is an international standard for environmental management systems developed by the International Organization for Standardization, an independent non-governmental organization. Working with ISO 14001 enables companies to comply with legal requirements, meet sustainability goals, and reduce their environmental impact. The organization performs annual audits to ensure compliance.

This criterion evaluates a brand's commitment to fair wages, safe working conditions, and reducing its environmental impact throughout the production process. Responsible manufacturing is most commonly demonstrated through certifications and membership in programs such as Fair Trade Certified, Fair Wear Foundation, Worldwide Responsible Accreditation of Production, and the Fair Labor Association. We also recognize brands that prioritize local production, such as those that manufacture primarily in the United States or Europe, to reduce carbon emissions, maintain better oversight of working conditions, and comply with strict social and environmental regulations.

Showa’s packaging contains 10% bio-based materials. It also uses Forest Stewardship Council-certified cardboard boxes, though we couldn’t confirm whether they’re recycled. Lastly, the company reduces packaging size and eliminates individual poly bags where possible.

Packaging can add significant waste to an outdoor gear purchase and often ends up in landfills. Many brands are using recycled packaging and/or making efforts to reduce packaging altogether. For example, they may use a certain percentage of recycled cardboard or make efforts to use less plastic or paper across their packaging operation. In some cases, brands also use Forest Stewardship Council-certified paper products, which helps to ensure sustainable sourcing of forest materials.

Showa operates in-house recycling facilities, enabling it to transform used gloves into new ones. The company recycles rubber gloves into road materials and polyurethane and nylon gloves into fuel to produce energy. It doesn’t operate a resale service for used products, though.

Resale and recycling programs help keep outdoor gear in circulation for longer and out of landfills. The most common form is a trade-in program, where consumers can exchange items for store credit, which is then resold. Some brands accept products back for recycling at the end of their life, thereby reducing waste. Occasionally, some do both.

Showa is working with Zeroboard to measure its greenhouse gas emissions and set targets to reduce them. It is also working with Satra to calculate the carbon footprints of its products, evaluating 18 items in 2025. Showa hasn’t yet shared this data, but it has installed solar panels at several of its facilities. The brand estimates that the solar panels at its manufacturing facility in Malaysia save 1,500 metric tons of carbon dioxide per year and aims to reduce the factory’s overall emissions by 28,500 metric tons.

This criterion evaluates whether this brand measures its greenhouse gas emissions, along with its commitment to reduction and transparency in reporting. Typically, we require brands to follow established frameworks such as the Higg Index, Greenhouse Gas Protocol, or The Change Climate Project. Most companies use the widely recognized scope categorization system for measuring brand emissions. Those who earn the most points in this category have emissions reduction goals verified by the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi), a global organization that helps companies set greenhouse gas reduction targets in line with the goal of limiting global warming to well below 2°C. To verify their goals through SBTi, companies undergo a rigorous assessment process and continual follow-up to ensure consistent progress towards achieving their targets.

Showa published its inaugural impact report in 2025. The report outlines Showa’s social initiatives, emissions tracking efforts, manufacturing, packaging, and product design. However, it lacks some key details and data.

An impact report is an important step toward transparency and accountability on the sustainability front. These reports vary in form but generally cover topics such as material sourcing, greenhouse gas emissions tracking, waste and water usage, supply chain analysis, and packaging efforts. For our sustainability ratings, we evaluate this criterion based on the depth and quality of the information provided in the report, and how often it is produced. Some brands produce their own impact report, while others are published by their parent company. In practice, we’ve found that reports produced by individual brands include more detailed information about their sustainability efforts.