Just on the heels of Earth Day, Teko has once again received recognition and high praise for it's outstanding sock line and sustainable approach to business.  

The latest honor comes from the May 2009 issue of The Great Outdoors Magazine (TGO), one of theTeko's socks use merino wool that's minimally processed.

Teko's socks use merino wool that's minimally processed. leading outdoor magazines in the United Kingdom.  In the comprehensive TGO sock review, the gear review author notes that Teko's "environmentally friendly approach is to be praised, especially as the resulting products are excellent".  TGO selected to honor the Teko Summit Expedition with their "TGO Recommends" seal, and the Summit Midweight Hiking with their "Best Buy" award in comparison to thirteen other models.  Read more about it on SNEWS and OIA newsletters here.

Teko also enjoyed a nice write-up in the latest WTA online newsletter showcasing Greener Backcountry Gear choices, which specifically highlighted:

• Teko's use of organic Merino wool
• Domestically produced in the USA to create sustainable local economies, and
• and Teko's facilities use of 100 percent wind-powered electricity

You can read more about WTA and their Greener Gear recommendations here.