Levi Strauss & Co is building a 70,000 sq. meter sustainably-minded state-of-the-art distribution center in Dorsten, Germany.

As per a Spin Off report, the center is being built in a former mining site and is inspired by Cradle to Cradle principles as it will follow science-based measures in terms of material health, renewable energy and climate, water and soil stewardship. Furthermore, it will also encourage product circularity and social fairness practices.

The new center is scheduled to start operations in April 2024. It will supply the European market with up to 55 million articles from a wide range of offerings and will support the company’s omnichannel strategy, making Dorsten become a central location in LS&Co.’s operations.

The venue will be built according to sustainability design principles, and will be certified by some of the highest standards such as LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) and WELL Health-Safety.

The new distribution center will create up to 650 new jobs at full capacity, making it become a high attraction working location within its area. It will be built from sustainably sourced concrete, and also feature a geothermal heating and cooling system. It will hist vegetated walls, rooftop solar panels and a green roof, bicycle commuter storage, electric vehicle chargers, an on-site park as well as advanced recycling facilities.