The Green Co-nversation #9 | July 2025
Emilio here, taking over July's edition of The Green Co-nversation. 👋🏻
School’s out for summer, the sun’s been shining, and we’ve got some very exciting news bubbling away behind the scenes...
This month, you’re getting the very first peek at what’s coming soon. We’re launching brand new products, and you’re the first to hear about them. Any guesses? Keep scrolling for your exclusive look. 👀
We’ll be chatting with school uniform experts Trutex, who are helping to make the back-to-school season less of a scramble. Read all about their 160-year story and find out how you can enter an exciting competition too!
I hope you enjoy edition #9 of The Green Co-nversation 💚
Conversation with Trutex
Can you tell us about Trutex and the role you play in school wear today?
Trutex is over 160 years old and is one of the UKs best loved schoolwear brands. Mostly known for school branded items, we also have a wide range of plain items like shirts, trousers and skirts. We work with 1000’s of schools across the country, 100’s of retailers and also sell online through our own website and other marketplaces.
Quality is clearly at the heart of everything you do. What makes a Trutex uniform different, and why is durability so important to you?
With students wearing their uniform for around 200 days each school year, our “Made to Last” promise gives parents and students confidence that their garments will stand the test of time — without needing replacement halfway through the year. This offers real value for money. Our heritage in premium clothing inspires us to create high-quality schoolwear that often gets outgrown before it wears out. And through our pre-loved service, we’re giving uniforms a second life. Whether passed down to siblings, resold through schools, or exchanged via our own pre-loved programme, these garments are made to last — and last. In fact, we regularly see items returned to us over seven years old that are still fit to wear today!
Sustainability is a growing priority for many families. How is Trutex working to reduce its environmental impact?
Trutex has been a carbon-neutral business since 2012 — and we’re committed to going even further. Each year, we set targets through our carbon reduction plan as part of our ongoing mission to reach net zero. We’ve taken action across our business to minimise the use of single-use plastics. Recently, we eliminated all plastic internal packaging from our shirts and blouses — removing plastic clips — and now ensure all hangers and plastic bags contain at least 30% recycled materials. We’re also transitioning our consumer mailing bags from recycled plastic to fully paper-based alternatives.
On the product side, we’re proud to use 100% recycled polyester in our blazers, trousers, and skirts — giving post-consumer plastic bottles a new life instead of sending them to landfill. Alongside sustainably sourced viscose and cotton in our knitwear, we continue to explore innovative ways to reduce our environmental footprint and protect the planet for future generations.
Back-to-school season can be hectic. Do you have any top tips or advice for parents getting prepared?
Order as early as you can, avoid the long queues and stock shortages! Yes children grow, but if you order with that in mind, you can then relax for the rest of the holidays knowing the job is done. Trutex also offer a 90 day return policy over the summer months so parents can mitigate any late summer growth spurts.
Can you tell us more about your ‘Nurture the Future’ programme and why supporting young people beyond the school gates matters to Trutex?
Our mission extends far beyond the school gates. Supporting schools, parents, and young people — and helping them prepare for the future — is at the heart of everything we do. We’re continually developing ways to offer meaningful support, whether by providing sports kits for teams, donating uniform to families in need, or working with charities and uniform banks to help ensure every child gets the same start in school life. Our commitment also extends to the planet. Through our Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives, we’re focused on reducing our environmental impact and playing our part in protecting the future for generations to come.
Ready, Steady, School!
Beat the back-to-school chaos with Trutex. Trusted by schools and loved by parents for uniforms that go the distance. Get ahead now and tick one big thing off your summer to-do list!
👉 Shop back-to-school with Trutex today!
Conversation With Our Crew
Ready for our big news? 😃
We’ve been working hard behind the scenes for over a year now and I’m so excited to give you an exclusive first look at what’s coming very soon!
First up, meet our brand new Hand Soap GreenTabs™ 🫧 Just add water and a single GreenTab™ to create gentle, foaming hand soap in four beautiful scents. With a sleek, refillable Glass Forever Bottle and your choice of four colourful silicone bases to match your style.
No plastic, no fuss, just foaming hand soap that’s soft on hands, kind to the planet, and the ultimate sink-side essential that makes Hand Washing A Little Bit Better!
Next up, our Cleaning Spray GreenTabs™ have had a full eco upgrade too!
We’re saying goodbye to plastic and welcoming beautiful Glass Forever Bottles, giving your sprays a fresh new look while making your routine even more planet-friendly. Same powerful clean. Just a whole lot greener!
And the good news doesn’t stop there. We’re also bringing you a brand new website, packed with helpful video guides, a smoother shopping experience, Green Co. Rewards & more.
It’s all landing very soon, so keep your eyes peeled and be among the first to try our exciting new launches. We can't wait to share them with you.
That's A Wrap!
Thank you for joining us for this very exciting edition of The Green Co-nversation.
Whether you’re soaking up the sunshine, heading off on a summer holiday or ticking off that back-to-school to-do list, we hope you have a fantastic month ahead. It’s been a joy giving you a first look at what’s coming soon. The countdown is on!
All the best,
Emilio
