The Norr knife collection, designed by Jacob Leth-Espensen for Fiskars, combines high quality materials with pleasant, ergonomic design, inspired by traditional Nordic kitchen and culture. The wooden handles are crafted of environmentally friendly FSC certified maple: the innovative Kebony technology gives it a rich brown color and makes it tougher than teak. The Norr blades are made of German steel with a hardness of HRC 54.
Norr steak fork
Fiskars
Description
The Norr knife collection, designed by Jacob Leth-Espensen for Fiskars, combines high quality materials with pleasant, ergonomic design, inspired by traditional Nordic kitchen and culture. The wooden handles are crafted of environmentally friendly FSC certified maple: the innovative Kebony technology gives it a rich brown color and makes it tougher than teak. The Norr blades are made of German steel with a hardness of HRC 54.
Product details (2)
- Material
- Stainless steel, Kebony treated maple
- Length
- 9.45 in (24 cm)
- Product ID
Designer
Jacob Leth-Espensen is a Danish designer who has studied industrial design at the Aarhus School of Architecture. Before founding his own studio in 2007, Leth-Espensen worked for the companies Designit and Friis & Moltke. His best known designs include cutlery for the Finnish brand Fiskars – Leth-Espensen's Royal knife set for Fiskars was awarded with the iF Design Award 2011.
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Sustainability
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Working conditions & labour 8/9
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Equal opportunities for all employees -
Commitment to UN Global Compact, fair compensation for all employees
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Corporate responsibility requirements defined and communicated for suppliers
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Systematic work for improved inclusion and well-being in the workplace
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Transparent supply chain
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Suppliers' compliance to a code of conduct ensured
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Compliance to the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights ensured in the supply chain
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Support for community involvement in the supply chain
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Direct suppliers audited and certified
Eco-friendly production 7/9
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Fair and resource-wise water-use in production
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No incineration or landfilling of returned items
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No use of endangered species as materials
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No direct environmental emissions or waste (excl. GHGs) from production
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The sustainability of direct suppliers' production is addressed and monitored
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Material-efficient and ecological packaging
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Positive impact on nature’s well-being through operations that regenerate natural ecosystems
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Production and material sourcing that respect biodiversity, animal rights, and natural ecosystems
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No potentially harmful chemicals used in own production
Climate impact 5/8
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Company's direct greenhouse gas emissions identified and commitment to reduction
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Product's carbon impact identified and commitment to reduction
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Guidance on energy- and eco-efficient use of the product
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Contribution to climate initiatives beyond the brand’s direct operations
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Low-carbon or compensated transportation
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Carbon footprint of the product calculated and goals set to reduce it
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100 % renewable energy in own production and operations
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Carbon neutral or carbon negative product
Sustainable materials 5/6
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Sustainable and long-lasting material choices
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No harmful or hazardous substances
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Responsible raw material sourcing and production
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Materials suited for circularity: monomaterials, recyclable finishings, renewable or recycled contents etc.
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Ecological materials: natural, biodegradable, recyclable or recycled contents
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Outstanding materials in terms of innovativeness, responsibility, sustainability and circularity: local production or sourcing, 100 % recycled content, C2C-certification etc.
Circular design 4/5
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High aesthetic quality promoting long-term use of the product
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Technically durable product design and material choices
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Design for enduring life-long quality
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Design and support for product maintenance, repair and upgradability
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Innovative circular design solutions: circular service system, resale platform, remanufacturing, collection of used products, etc.
