Conventional materials, standard practices — a starting point.
Source: GreenSpecs label assessment of Skechers Sneaker (Generic), 28 July 2026, high confidence.
Conventional materials, standard practices — a starting point. It scores 38 out of 100 — grade C- — across the five signals below.
| Signal | Score | What it asks |
|---|---|---|
| Claim specificity | 4/20 | Is the claim measurable, or a mood? |
| Transparency | 4/20 | Does the pack disclose enough to check it? |
| Third-party proof | 8/20 | Has an independent certifier verified it? |
| Impact where it counts | 10/20 | Does the claim address this category's real footprint? |
| Marketing honesty | 12/20 | Is the packaging language straight with you? |
Got the pack in your hand? Scan it yourself — same score, in about five seconds, plus the swap that beats it.
| Product | Brand | Grade | Score | What the label proves |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Darn Tough Micro Crew Socks | Darn Tough | B+ | 68/100 | Built to last. Material sourcing is the next step. |
| Wrightsock Coolmesh II Double Layer Socks | Wrightsock | B- | 55/100 | Recycled content is a good start. Supply chain details are still developing. |
| Econscious Trucker Cap | Econscious | C+ | 52/100 | A step up from conventional. Still developing on verified impact. |
| Econscious Baseball Cap EC7000 | Econscious | B- | 52/100 | Organic fiber is a good start. Certifications are still missing. |
| Nike Mercurial Superfly 10 Academy Turf High-Top Soccer Shoes | Nike | C | 48/100 | Recycled content is a start. Deeper transparency is still developing. |
| Billabong Twill Garment | Billabong | C+ | 48/100 | A step up on materials. Supply chain transparency is still developing. |
| Altra Lone Peak Trail Running Shoe | Altra | C | 48/100 | A solid performer, with room to grow on materials and transparency. |
| Altra Trail Running Shoe | Altra | C | 46/100 | Conventional materials, decent durability. Transparency is the next step. |