Yona

Our Sustainability Framework

• Emissions & Key Environmental Issues

  What is your company doing to reduce your emissions or combat key environmental issues (e.g. waste (packaging, end of life product strategy or recycling), biodiversity, land use, water, chemical use, energy use, and natural resource use etc.)?

  Sustainable Materials: Our cardboard beds are predominantly made from recycled cardboard (diverted from landfill) as well as original paper fibres from sustainable forestry. This balance of recycled and new cardboard allows us to make strong, robust beds that are designed to be used for many years and then recycled again. We also do our very best to minimise our use of plastic or other non-environmentally friendly materials in our packaging. Carbon Neutrality: At Yona, we're all about trying to minimise our impact on the environment. That's why, ever since we started, we've been 100% carbon neutral. That means that all the energy used to make our beds, ship our products and even power our computers at Yona HQ, is either using renewable energy sources or has been offset.

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• Materials

  How are the products your company offers made from environmentally friendly materials (e.g. recycled, organic materials)?

  All of our products are made up of 70% recycled fibres and are 100% recyclable. This balance of recycled and new cardboard allows us to make strong, robust products that are designed to be used for many years and then recycled again. We also do our very best to minimise our use of plastic or other non-environmentally friendly materials in our packaging.

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• Supply Chain

  Do you partner with ethical factories that meet international labor standards? What processes have you implemented to make your supply chain more sustainable?

  We've paid very close attention to the way our beds are made. From the sourcing of our cardboard to the person delivering your bed, we've made sure that all the people involved are treated, well, like people! Respect is at the core of what we do at Yona; respect the environment, respect our customers & respect each other (our colleagues, contractors & suppliers). That's why we ensure that all of our suppliers and manufacturers meet a rigorous set of compliance requirements which includes standards related to hiring practices, wages, freedom of association and health & safety. Fun Fact: Unlike many other brands that rely on offshore services, our whole supply chain is here in Australia. This makes it very easy to ensure that our partners comply with our high ethical standards.

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• Community Initiatives

  How does your company give back to the community (e.g. financial donations, volunteering, partnerships etc.)?

  We've donated 200+ beds to both flood and bushfire victims across Australia. We will continually be here to support Australians in need who have been devastated by natural disasters. If you have been affected by any natural disasters, feel free to reach out to us at hello@yona.com.au. We will try and support you in any way that we can.

• Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

  How has your company made a commitment to achieve and maintain inclusion & diversity (e.g. Gender / Race / Ethnicity / National Origin / Sexual Orientation / Religion / Disability / Age)?

  Yona is committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society and our customers, and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. We strive to: 1. Provide equality, fairness and respect for all in our employment, whether temporary, part-time or full-time 2. Not unlawfully discriminate agaisnt: - age - disability - gender reassignment - marriage or civil partnership - pregnancy and maternity - race (including colour, nationality, and ethnic or national origin) - religion or belief - sex - sexual orientation 3. Oppose and avoid all forms of unlawful discrimination. This includes in: - pay and benefits - terms and conditions of employment - dealing with grievances and discipline - dismissal - redundancy - leave for parents - requests for flexible working - selection for employment, promotion, training or other development opportunities

• Circular Models

  How does your circular model or circular initiative work?

  All of our products are made from recycled materials and are also 100% recyclable.

• Service Offering