Great art doesn't need to cost the earth
Therefore, Eythos' vision is to become a leader in sustainable fine art services globally, by measuring and positively contributing to environmental impact in core areas. Eythos aims to simplify action points which make a difference and openly share our methods to advance the industry forward.
Since Day 1, Eythos has applied international ESG standards to drive their daily operations. The below glossary highlights how our team works together toward a net-zero future.
Environmental
Core Sustainability Concepts
Carbon footprint
The total amount of greenhouse gases (including methane and carbon dioxide) generated by our actions related to Scope 1, 2 and 3.
Carbon footprint
The total amount of greenhouse gases (including methane and carbon dioxide) generated by our actions related to Scope 1, 2 and 3.
Carbon neutrality
Refers to achieving a state in which the greenhouse gas emissions released into the atmosphere are balanced by an equivalent amount being removed.
Carbon neutrality
Refers to achieving a state in which the greenhouse gas emissions released into the atmosphere are balanced by an equivalent amount being removed.
Carbon offset
Refers to a tradable credit representing the removal or prevention of one tonne of CO2. Companies buy them to balance unavoidable emissions by funding external environmental projects certified by third party auditors such as Gold Standard or Verra.
Carbon offset
Refers to a tradable credit representing the removal or prevention of one tonne of CO2. Companies buy them to balance unavoidable emissions by funding external environmental projects certified by third party auditors such as Gold Standard or Verra.
Emission factor
A representative value that relates the quantity of a pollutant released to the atmosphere with a specific activity, such as purchasing raw materials, energy consumption or kilometers driven.
Emission factor
A representative value that relates the quantity of a pollutant released to the atmosphere with a specific activity, such as purchasing raw materials, energy consumption or kilometers driven.
GHG protocol (Greenhouse Gas Protocol)
The global standard for measuring and managing emissions. It is divided into three scopes:
Scope 1: Direct emissions (i.e. Fuel used by company vehicles).
Scope 2: Indirect emissions (i.e. purchased electricity).
Scope 3: All other indirect emissions (i.e. supply chain and air freight).
Total: Representing the carbon footprint of Eythos
GHG protocol (Greenhouse Gas Protocol)
The global standard for measuring and managing emissions. It is divided into three scopes:
Scope 1: Direct emissions (i.e. Fuel used by company vehicles).
Scope 2: Indirect emissions (i.e. purchased electricity).
Scope 3: All other indirect emissions (i.e. supply chain and air freight).
Total: Representing the carbon footprint of Eythos
Global Warning Potential (GWP)
This index measures how much heat a greenhouse gas traps in the atmosphere over a specific time (usually 100 years), relative to CO2. It allows us to compare the climate impact of different gases and calculate our total carbon footprint in CO2 equivalents. The higher the number, the more impact on Global Warning.
Global Warning Potential (GWP)
This index measures how much heat a greenhouse gas traps in the atmosphere over a specific time (usually 100 years), relative to CO2. It allows us to compare the climate impact of different gases and calculate our total carbon footprint in CO2 equivalents. The higher the number, the more impact on Global Warning.
Greenwashing
Practice of making misleading or unsubstantiated claims about the environmental benefits of a product or policy to appear more sustainable than a company actually is.
Greenwashing
Practice of making misleading or unsubstantiated claims about the environmental benefits of a product or policy to appear more sustainable than a company actually is.
Net-Zero
Achieving a balance between the greenhouse gases put into the atmosphere and those taken out. We have set up to reach this stage by 2035.
Net-Zero
Achieving a balance between the greenhouse gases put into the atmosphere and those taken out. We have set up to reach this stage by 2035.
Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs)
Tradable instruments represent proof that one megawatt-hour (MWh) of electricity was generated from a renewable source and delivered to the grid, allowing companies to claim green energy use. According to RE100 guidelines, certificates must be purchased in the country of operations to be valid and prevent greenwashing.
Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs)
Tradable instruments represent proof that one megawatt-hour (MWh) of electricity was generated from a renewable source and delivered to the grid, allowing companies to claim green energy use. According to RE100 guidelines, certificates must be purchased in the country of operations to be valid and prevent greenwashing.
Industry-Specific Logistics
Consolidated shipping
Combining multiple smaller shipments into one larger shipment to maximize space use and reduce the total carbon footprint per artwork.
Consolidated shipping
Combining multiple smaller shipments into one larger shipment to maximize space use and reduce the total carbon footprint per artwork.
Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF)
Renewable fuels produced from waste, biomass or biogass. It reduces lifecycle CO2 emissions by up to 90% without requiring engine modifications.
Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF)
Renewable fuels produced from waste, biomass or biogass. It reduces lifecycle CO2 emissions by up to 90% without requiring engine modifications.
Transportation Mode Shift
Switching from high-carbon transport (like air freight) to lower-carbon alternatives (like sea or road freight) whenever the timeline and safety of the art allows.
Transportation Mode Shift
Switching from high-carbon transport (like air freight) to lower-carbon alternatives (like sea or road freight) whenever the timeline and safety of the art allows.
Operational & Facility Management
Green buildings
Third-party verification that a building meets specific environmental, energy, and health standards. Certified warehouses use significantly less energy for climate control systems essential for art storage. In Hong Kong, LEED Silver + BEAM Plus Platinum + WELL and in Korea LEED GOLD.
Green buildings
Third-party verification that a building meets specific environmental, energy, and health standards. Certified warehouses use significantly less energy for climate control systems essential for art storage. In Hong Kong, LEED Silver + BEAM Plus Platinum + WELL and in Korea LEED GOLD.
Green facilities
Facilities designed to be energy efficient, LED lighting, motion sensors, high efficiency HVAC system and high-performance insulation. More and more governmental institutions will require their logistics partners to store works in certified "green" facilities.
Green facilities
Facilities designed to be energy efficient, LED lighting, motion sensors, high efficiency HVAC system and high-performance insulation. More and more governmental institutions will require their logistics partners to store works in certified "green" facilities.
Sustainable Packaging & Materials
Biodegradable vs. Compostable
Biodegradable: Breaks down naturally over time (though sometimes leaving residue).
Compostable: Breaks down into organic matter under specific conditions without leaving toxins.
Biodegradable vs. Compostable
Biodegradable: Breaks down naturally over time (though sometimes leaving residue).
Compostable: Breaks down into organic matter under specific conditions without leaving toxins.
Closed-Loop recycling
A process where a product is recycled back into itself (e.g., used polyethylene foam processed back into new foam liners).
Closed-Loop recycling
A process where a product is recycled back into itself (e.g., used polyethylene foam processed back into new foam liners).
FSC-Certified
Wood/cardboard sourced from forests that are managed to prevent deforestation and preserve biodiversity.
FSC-Certified
Wood/cardboard sourced from forests that are managed to prevent deforestation and preserve biodiversity.
Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)
A systematic analysis of the environmental impact of a product (like a specific type of foam or crate) during its entire life—from "cradle to grave."
Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)
A systematic analysis of the environmental impact of a product (like a specific type of foam or crate) during its entire life—from "cradle to grave."
Social
Capacity Building
Continuous training of Eythos' team, such as specialised training in museum-standard packing or forklift driving licences.
Capacity Building
Continuous training of Eythos' team, such as specialised training in museum-standard packing or forklift driving licences.
Duty of Care
The legal and moral obligation to ensure the safety and well-being of our staff.
Duty of Care
The legal and moral obligation to ensure the safety and well-being of our staff.
Labour Standards
Policies that ensure fair wages, and the right to a safe workplace, aligned with Hong Kong, South Korea Law and international ESG benchmarks.
Labour Standards
Policies that ensure fair wages, and the right to a safe workplace, aligned with Hong Kong, South Korea Law and international ESG benchmarks.
Governance
Anti-Corruption & Ethics
Strict policies preventing bribery, conflicts of interest, or unethical behaviour in the procurement of logistics contracts.
Anti-Corruption & Ethics
Strict policies preventing bribery, conflicts of interest, or unethical behaviour in the procurement of logistics contracts.
Compliance
Adhering to local Hong Kong and South Korea laws (like the Labour Ordinance) and international industry standards (such as the GCC guidelines).
Compliance
Adhering to local Hong Kong and South Korea laws (like the Labour Ordinance) and international industry standards (such as the GCC guidelines).
Corporate Governance
The system of rules, practices, and processes by which a company is directed and controlled. It ensures the interests of stakeholders (clients, employees, and the environment) are balanced.
Corporate Governance
The system of rules, practices, and processes by which a company is directed and controlled. It ensures the interests of stakeholders (clients, employees, and the environment) are balanced.
Transparency
The practice of being open and honest about our operations, including how we calculate our carbon footprint and how we select our suppliers.
Transparency
The practice of being open and honest about our operations, including how we calculate our carbon footprint and how we select our suppliers.
Eythos Hong Kong
Unit 3, 1/F, Goodman Interlink
39 Tsing Yi Road
Hong Kong
+852 3580 8600
Eythos Korea
4F, 700 Dream-ro
Seo-gu, Incheon
Republic of Korea, 22880
+82 70 4416 0513
Eythos has been an active member of Gallery Climate Coalition since 2024.
Eythos Hong Kong
Unit 3, 1/F, Goodman Interlink
39 Tsing Yi Road
Hong Kong
+852 3580 8600
Eythos Korea
4F, 700 Dream-ro
Seo-gu, Incheon
Republic of Korea, 22880
+82 70 4416 0513
Eythos has been an active member of Gallery Climate Coalition since 2024.
Eythos Hong Kong
Unit 3, 1/F, Goodman Interlink
39 Tsing Yi Road
Hong Kong
+852 3580 8600
Eythos Korea
4F, 700 Dream-ro
Seo-gu, Incheon
Republic of Korea, 22880
+82 70 4416 0513
Eythos has been an active member of Gallery Climate Coalition since 2024.
Social Impact
The effect Eythos has on the art communities, including supporting local artists, or internships for students...
Social Impact
The effect Eythos has on the art communities, including supporting local artists, or internships for students...