At Millmead Optical Group, sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. From eco-friendly product innovations to reducing our environmental footprint , we are committed to making a positive impact across our business and within the wider optical industry.
Our Work in Numbers
A snapshot of the measurable impact we’ve made in our journey towards sustainability:
100+
Products made from recycled materials
+15M
optical cases
have been
made in uk
100%
of waste generated at our hq is recycled
9%
reduction in individual dispatches
Our Commitments
commitment one
Company Sustainability
Millmead Optical Group is committed to becoming a major player in sustainable eyewear, lenses and accessories for the optical industry.
commitment two
Sustainable Business
Millmead has placed an increasing emphasis on Sustainable Business practices since 2019.
commitment three
Sustainable Office
Millmead promotes reusable bottles, low-carbon travel, virtual meetings and appointed a Recycling Champion to boost office sustainability.
commitment four
Changes to Our Products
Millmead uses water‑free lens edging, carbon‑reducing glazed packaging and made in the UK rPET cases.
commitment five
Sustainable Eyewear
Made from 100% recycled materials, the Cameo Sustain range comprises of
13 models, all are made from rPET and are packed in
biodegradable polybags.
commitment six
Sustainable Spectacle Cases
Made using recycled plastic bottles, each case has been carefully crafted in the UK
from a material called rPET.
commitment seven
Changes to Post & Packaging
Millmead uses recycled cardboard, biodegradable tape, consolidated deliveries, and recycled polybags.
Read our B Corp Impact Report
Sustainability News
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