All of Upcircle’s products are ethically made in England. Upcircle has been working with the same manufacturer since its inception. The name and statement regarding quality and good manufacturing practices of this factory have been provided confidentially to COSH!
The brand also supports several charities. For example, they make donations to charities to save forests; One Tree Planted, Amazon Frontlines and Rainforest Alliance. Humanitarian charities; Refuge (a charity related to domestic violence) and The Stephen Lawrence Charitable Trust against inequality. As well as the Save The Elephant Foundation to support captive elephants.
In addition to money, they have donated pampering packages to frontline workers and children’s books featuring protagonists from ethnic minorities to more than 135 schools.
Through Project Saaf Samudra in India, Upcircle gives commercial value to plastic that would otherwise end up in the sea. Waste workers receive good wages, health insurance and access to a dignified workplace. This project allows Upcircle to do their work “plastic-negative” because they collect more plastic than they use.
Having a diverse team is also valued at Upcircle’s headquarters. Women, people of color, people with disabilities and members of the LGBTQ+ community are strongly encouraged to apply for jobs at Upcircle.