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Save Our Playgrounds
For nearly two decades, we have been developing, designing and refining high-performance products that have helped shape modern watersports. From our roots in Windsurfing to Kitesurfing, Stand Up Paddling, Wing Foiling, and the latest innovations in eFoiling. This is what drives us and where we lead the market.
At the same time, we recognize that producing these products impacts the very environment on which our sports depend. Watersports products and the manufacturing processes behind them are not environmentally neutral.
As watersports enthusiasts, we feel deeply connected to oceans, lakes and rivers. There we see first-hand the impact human activity can have on our planet. We rely on the natural environment, and we believe we have a responsibility to help protect it.
We are continuously reviewing every part of our business. In addition, we have launched numerous initiatives as part of our "Save Our Playgrounds" campaign.
We feel it is our responsibility to take action and do what we can to save our playgrounds before it is too late. And we invite everyone to join us in this endeavour.
Learn more about our initiatives on this page.
Solar PV system installed at our Molln head office to generate on-site solar electricity.
Membership in 1% for the Planet established, committing to donate 1% of the online revenue to approved environmental and social organizations.
With "Repair & Care" we implemented a program to support product longevity through access to professional repair services and guidance for maintenance and DIY repair.
Product line dedicated to the usage of innovative and alternative materials like undyed canopy, recycled plastic or natural fibers. First introduced in Kiteboarding and expanded to Wing Foiling one year later.
Twintip Kiteboard production is powered with almost 100% solar energy at the manufacturing facility.
Kite and Wing bags + packaging made from recycled plastic content.
Introduction of an apparel line using organic cotton and recycled polyester.
All Hangtags made ofrom recycled paper
Clean Beach Day Initiative was expanded into Save Our Playgrounds across all B&M brands to support plastic waste collection activities.
Global Clean Beach Day launched to support waste collection on beaches and coastal areas.
Employee bike leasing program introduced in cooperation with JobRad.
Product emissions and related processes were calculated and offset through an external partner until 2024, with a total of 60,500 tons of CO2 compensated during this period.
Surfboard packaging changed from plastic-based materials to cardboard construction.
Reuse of transport packaging was introduced for B2B deliveries.
Energy audit conducted to identify measures to reduce energy use and increase the share of renewable electricity at our facilities.
Employee cycling initiative introduced to support commuting by bike.
Packaging concept revised to reduce the use of plastic, foam, and paper materials.
The gradual integration of solar energy was initiated at the GSL kite production facility.
1% for the planet
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At Boards & More, we firmly believe that our passion for watersports and cycling is inseparable from our respect for nature. That’s why we decided to become members of "1% for the Planet". This coalition of businesses recognized that it’s time to actively contribute to preserving our environment.
By donating 1% of our online revenue to environmental and social projects, we send a strong message about our commitment and invite our community to join us on this journey.
Repair & Care
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Concept Blue
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At Duotone, we are aware of the environmental impact of our sport and our passion. We recognize our shared responsibility to help protect the playgrounds where we spend our time.
Concept Blue represents Duotone’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of kite and wing technology through the use of innovative, natural and recycled materials. We are proud of the progress we have made so far.
Code of Conduct
As part of our commitment to sustainability and environmental friendliness, we have developed this Code of Conduct. It is designed to ensure that all participants, organizers and service providers at our events act responsibly and have as little negative impact on the environment as possible. Together we can create events that are not only memorable but also environmentally friendly.
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Company Culture
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Duotone is a brand run by passionate people, whose first love was watersports. Launched back in the days, we initially focused on windsurfing, kiteboarding and wing foiling. DUOTONE's unique combination of high quality products wrapped in a progressive style and design found fans all over the world.