Green by Design
Sustainability at Foliot
Our furniture solutions are rooted in measurable environment impact and a strong spirit of continuous improvement.
Our Environmental Approach
Long-term value starts with responsible choices. We approach sustainability the same way we approach manufacturing — with a kaizen mindset and a commitment to measurable progress. Our approach is built on three pillars: Circularity, Carbon, and Community.
Governance & Certifications
The Three C's
Carbon. Circularity. Community.
Carbon
Manufactured on 100% hydropower. Built from recycled wood fibre modelled as carbon-negative.
Circularity
Designed to last. Built to be repaired. Every component replaceable — none disposable.
Community
500+ people. Safe facilities. Nearly 80% fewer workplace injuries since 2020.
Carbon Footprint
4.61 kg CO₂e per 50 ft² furniture. Calculation based on full life cycle, cradle to gate.
Energy from Renewable Sources
~70% of our energy needs met by biomass and hydroelectricity.
Optimized Transport
90% of our shipments travel by sea — reducing emissions per unit delivered.
Waste Valorized
100% of wood dust reused as biomass. Nothing wasted.
Materials & Products
Waste Management & Circularity
Energy & Emissions
Materials & Products
Waste Management & Circularity
Energy & Emissions
We carefully select materials and engineer products built for durability, consistency, and long-term performance. From recycled wood fibre cores to low-VOC finishes, our approach supports healthier interiors and a longer product lifecycle with reduced environmental impact.
We prioritize the recovery and reuse of by-products to reduce landfill waste and support a more circular manufacturing process. Our approach includes recycling materials, optimizing transportation, and extending product life through replaceable components and continuous process improvement.
Our Quebec facility operates on renewable hydroelectricity and supports responsible manufacturing through low-VOC finishes and efficient production processes. Our engineered wood panels are also modelled at -14.39 kg CO₂e/m², reflecting a carbon-negative material approach.
