THE ECO-FRIENDLY TIMEPIECES GOOD FOR YOUR WRIST AND OUR EARTH

Watches and sustainability have a complex relationship. To their merit, luxury timepieces are inherently friendly to the planet: these treasures are passed through generations, looked after with the upmost respect, and are hailed for their longevity.

But when it comes to materials – both within the timepieces and in the packaging they are presented in – the industry has historically fallen short. The big names in the game have had to step up; and step up they have indeed.

Sustainability is high on the agenda for us all. So, if you’re looking for your latest timepiece to look good on your wrist and do good for our earth, the following watches might just take your interest.

Cartier Tank Must SolarBeat

The Cartier Tank is one of the most iconic watches of all time. Produced for over 100 years now, the collection has seen a plethora of new additions, new takes, and new ways to keep the timepiece fresh. One of the most important twists came in 2021, as Cartier revealed the Tank SolarBeat.

At the heart of this Tank – one that looks almost identical to the Tank Louis Cartier – is a quartz movement that is powered by light. It’s secret and point of difference comes if you inspect the numerals on the dial, where only a slight change is noticeable. Underneath these roman numerals is a photovoltaic cell, and Cartier claims it can run for 16 years before the rechargeable battery needs to be replaced.

Oris New York Harbor

Based on the ever-popular Aquis Diver timepiece, Oris have released the New York Harbor Limited Edition timepiece this 2022.

This edition, limited to just 2000 pieces, backs Billion Oyster Project, a wonderfully ambitious non-profit aiming to restore one billion oysters to New York Harbor. As their latest collaboration shows, Oris’ mission to bring Change for the Better crosses continents, unites people and carries a simple message - all of us can play our part.

Its signature feature is its green mother of pearl dial, inspired by the colour of the famous harbors’ water, and by oyster shell. Its a powerful symbol of an incredible story. This watch come with an additional complimentary green rubber strap.

Ulysse Nardin Ocean Race Diver

Ulysse Nardin are the Official Timing Partner of the Ocean Race – the great sailing round-the-world challenge - and, as such, have released the Ocean Race Diver timepiece. The Ocean Race Diver embodies innovation and tradition, with the mechanical movement of the watch built on historical know-how but with 95% of the components sourced within a 30km radius of the manufacturer (and half of these coming from recycling channels).

The strap is also fully recycled from fishing nets. The timepiece is a pledge from the luxury brand to protect the Ocean.

GUCCI Dive

As part of Gucci's commitment to generating positive change for people and our planet, an automatic edition of the Gucci Dive made with recycled steel and bio-based materials features a sporty feel, elevated by sustainable craftmanship.

Boasting an impressive 200m water resistance, this model also features SuperLuminova coating which allows the display to be easily visible in lower lighting conditions, whether that be late at night or during a deep dive. The white dial features alternating shaped markers, true to the signature Gucci stylings.

Bremont Supermarine Waterman

Designed to celebrate life on and under the water, the Waterman Apex is a high-performance mechanical dive watch forming part of Bremont's iconic Supermarine range. Limited to just 250 pieces, the Waterman Apex is not just built to be entirely fit for purpose, but sales of the watch will also be supporting oceanic research for the pioneering non-profit organisation Bimini Shark Lab.

The Bimini Biological Field Station Foundation, ‘Bimini Shark Lab’, is a non-profit organisation in the Bahamas focused on advancing humankind’s knowledge of the biology of marine animals, particularly sharks and rays.