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At the age of 14 Patagonia's founder Yvon Chouinard got his first taste of climbing way back in 1953. By 1957 Yvon and a group of climbers from the Palm Springs area upped sticks and went to live in the rock climbing Mecca of Yosemite National Park.
By their own admission Patagonia can not knowingly make a mediocre product, they must strive to push clothing technology and performance as much as possible. Warmer and more lightweight primaloft jackets, more effective waterproof and breathable fabrics. This must be done with one eye on the damage we can cause. We only have one planet to live on. This pushed them to make the best and most environmentally sustainable clothing they could.Patagonia has been built around a philosophy of making the best products, causing no harm to the environment, and using profits to implement solutions to environmental crises.Patagonia uses recycled materials to make its products, which reduces the amount of waste that goes into landfills. The company also uses renewable energy sources, such as solar and wind power, to power its factories. Patagonia is known for its ethical and sustainable practices. The company has a long history of environmental activism, and it is committed to using sustainable materials and manufacturing processes. Patagonia is also a member of 1% for the Planet, an organization that donates 1% of its sales to environmental causesPatagonia sells everything from insulated jackets and snow pants to duffle bags, sleeping bags and more. Patagonia is a designer of outdoor clothing and gear for silent sports: climbing, surfing, skiing and snowboarding, and trail running.
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