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H&M's $600 Million Commitment to Sustainable Polyester: Spearheading Textile Industry Transformation
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H&M's $600 Million Commitment to Sustainable Polyester: Spearheading Textile Industry Transformation

H&M commits $600 million to Syre, a textile-to-textile recycling project, aiming to transform the industry by decarbonizing and reducing waste, starting with polyester recycling.
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|March 8th, 2024|9:35 AM
The Quest for Sustainable Denim: Navigating Environmental and Ethical Challenges
Sustainable Materials

The Quest for Sustainable Denim: Navigating Environmental and Ethical Challenges

Sustainable jeans brands like Mud Jeans and Nudie Jeans lead a transformative shift towards eco-friendly practices, exemplifying the feasibility of aligning consumer demand with ethical and environmental imperatives.
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|February 28th, 2024|11:11 AM
Cofaco Industries Invests Close to US$2 Million in Plant Improvements
Sustainable Suppliers News

Cofaco Industries Invests Close to US$2 Million in Plant Improvements

Cofaco Industries invested nearly US$2 million to install an industrial dryer in the fabric dyeing area, enhancing fabric production and effluent control.
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|February 20th, 2024|12:27 PM
U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol Achieves Remarkable Growth and Sustained Progress Across Sustainability Metrics
Sustainability Standards News

U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol Achieves Remarkable Growth and Sustained Progress Across Sustainability Metrics

The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol triples its grower membership in three years, with 975 growers on 1.7 million acres, highlighting its dedication to sustainability in the industry.
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|February 14th, 2024|4:13 PM
Bloom Labs Emerges as a Pioneer in Protein-Based Alternatives for the Circular Economy
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Bloom Labs Emerges as a Pioneer in Protein-Based Alternatives for the Circular Economy

Bloom Labs introduces innovative alternatives to natural and synthetic fibers and plastics, advancing the global shift toward a circular economy.
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|February 8th, 2024|4:47 PM
A Deep Dive into the EU’s Groundbreaking Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive
Sustainability Governance

A Deep Dive into the EU’s Groundbreaking Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive

The EU's adoption of the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) template ensures smooth compatibility with the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), streamlining reporting processes and fostering harmonization, thereby addressing challenges arising from heightened reporting requirements.
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|February 2nd, 2024|2:29 PM
Sustainable Cultivation of Basil Oil: A Green Approach to Aromatic Elixirs
Sustainable Supply Chains

Sustainable Cultivation of Basil Oil: A Green Approach to Aromatic Elixirs

In response to the growing demand for essential oils, it is imperative to embrace sustainable cultivation practices for basil oil, emphasizing eco-friendly methods to safeguard biodiversity and the environment.
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|January 31st, 2024|6:19 PM
California Regulations Tighten Standards for Recyclability Claims on Packaging
Sustainability Governance

California Regulations Tighten Standards for Recyclability Claims on Packaging

Recyclability in California requires meeting strict criteria, including widespread collection, sorting in large-volume facilities, adherence to plastic packaging guidelines, and avoiding materials like PFAS and specific chemicals that hinder recyclability.
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|January 31st, 2024|2:17 PM
American Apparel & Footwear Association Advocates for Pragmatic Approach to Washington State PFAS Legislation
Sustainability Governance

American Apparel & Footwear Association Advocates for Pragmatic Approach to Washington State PFAS Legislation

The AAFA opposes Washington State's PFAS legislation, deeming it unnecessary, and calls for alignment with existing national standards while emphasizing industry efforts to phase out PFAS.
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|January 30th, 2024|10:54 AM
Ugandan Business Transforms Banana Fiber into Sustainable Handicrafts
Sustainable Suppliers News

Ugandan Business Transforms Banana Fiber into Sustainable Handicrafts

TEXFAD, a Ugandan startup focused on waste management, is transforming decapitated banana stems, typically considered agricultural waste, into valuable resources.
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|January 29th, 2024|11:01 AM