Sustainable sourcing

At L’AMIRA CARATS, sustainable gemstone sourcing is an integral part of the jewellery making process. Here’s how we ensure that the gemstones used in our designs are ethically sourced, environmentally friendly, and socially responsible:

1. Ethical Mining Practices

• Responsible suppliers: We partner with gemstone suppliers who adhere to strict ethical mining standards. This includes ensuring that no child labor is involved, and workers are paid fairly and operate under safe working conditions.

• Minimizing environmental impact: We prioritize suppliers who use sustainable mining practices, reducing environmental degradation, and rehabilitating mining areas. This includes minimizing water and soil contamination and reforestation initiatives after mining operations.

2. Traceability of Gemstones

• Transparent supply chain: We work only with suppliers who provide traceability of the gemstones, ensuring that they are sourced from conflict-free zones. Knowing the origin of the stones allows us to maintain transparency with our customers and support responsible mining operations.

3. Support for Fair Trade Initiatives

• Fair wages and community support: By working with suppliers that support Fair Trade, we help to ensure that gemstone mining communities are empowered. This means investing in local communities through better wages, healthcare, education, and environmental protection programs.

• Empowering artisanal miners: Many of our gemstones are sourced from small-scale artisanal miners, supporting their livelihood while ensuring sustainable and eco-friendly extraction processes.

4. Low-Impact Cutting and Processing

• Energy-efficient processes: The cutting and polishing of gemstones are done with minimal energy consumption and waste. We partner with lapidaries that follow energy-efficient practices and make the most of each rough stone, reducing excess waste.

• Water conservation: In gemstone cutting, the water used in the process is recycled and treated, reducing the environmental footprint.

5. Commitment to Continuous Improvement

• Constant evaluation: We continuously assess our suppliers and processes to ensure that we’re upholding the highest standards in sustainability. We aim to stay updated with the latest in responsible sourcing practices and adapt accordingly.

• Environmental awareness: As a part of our brand mission, we educate our customers about the importance of sustainable gemstones and their role in supporting environmentally friendly jewellery .

By integrating sustainable gemstone sourcing into our jewellery mak9ng process, L’AMIRA CARATS ensures that each piece not only shines with beauty but also carries a story of respect for the planet and its people.