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“Forever Chemicals” Found in 17,000 sites in the United Kingdom and Europe
Sustainable Supply Chains

“Forever Chemicals” Found in 17,000 sites in the United Kingdom and Europe

PFASs, chemicals present in teflon and associated with cancer risks, have been found in high concentrations throughout Europe.
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|February 27th, 2023|2:09 PM
Filippa K Steers Itself in a More Sustainable Direction with New Renewable Material
Sustainable Materials

Filippa K Steers Itself in a More Sustainable Direction with New Renewable Material

The Swedish Fashion brand has developed a groundbreaking recycled material for its spring/summer 2024 collection in collaboration with Södra, Lenzing, and Riopele.
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|February 23rd, 2023|12:37 PM
Viscose Fiber: The Industry Demand for Responsibly Sourced Textiles

Viscose Fiber: The Industry Demand for Responsibly Sourced Textiles

Switching from synthetic fibers to natural fibers is one way to solve the fashion waste problem, however the industry as a whole needs more progress to provide transparency within viscose supply chains.
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|February 22nd, 2023|12:37 PM
H&M and Remondis Have Created a Joint Venture to Take on Textile Waste
Sustainable Supply Chains

H&M and Remondis Have Created a Joint Venture to Take on Textile Waste

Owned equally by the two companies, H&M has just launched Looper Textile in collaboration with Remondis, to effectively collect and sort textile waste and resell used clothing.
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|February 21st, 2023|10:32 PM
Louis Vuitton Leads Sustainability Ranking According to Brand Finance
Sustainable Suppliers News

Louis Vuitton Leads Sustainability Ranking According to Brand Finance

According to the sustainability ranking carried out by Brand Finance, companies are starting to see the financial value linked to their sustainability reputation, as is the case of the luxury fashion brand Louis Vuitton.
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|February 20th, 2023|6:56 PM
OEKO-TEX® Introduces its New Carbon and Water Footprint Tool
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OEKO-TEX® Introduces its New Carbon and Water Footprint Tool

The tool shows the number of carbon emissions and water impacts that can be associated with the various fibers produced at manufacturing facilities.
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|February 20th, 2023|1:37 PM
Ba&sh Launches its Resale Program in the United States
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Ba&sh Launches its Resale Program in the United States

Following the recommendations of Ellen MacArthur Foundation and the success of the brand’s “Borrow” program, the French firm has taken its resale initiative stateside.
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|February 16th, 2023|1:54 PM
Ganni Launches a Handbag Made from Cactus and Orange Waste
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Ganni Launches a Handbag Made from Cactus and Orange Waste

For the autumn/winter collection of 2023, Ganni has launched its new “Bou” bag using Ohoskin, an innovative new leather alternative made from orange and cactus waste from the food and beauty industries.
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|February 16th, 2023|1:03 PM
Macy’s Inc Bans Exotic Furs in its Garments
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Macy’s Inc Bans Exotic Furs in its Garments

Thanks to PETA's work exposing the breeding and killing of animals for fashion, the exotic fur industry has its days numbered, and Macy’s has confirmed that it’ll no longer sell exotic skins.
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|February 15th, 2023|9:02 PM
Jack & Jones Strengthens its Commitment to Organic Cotton
Sustainable Materials

Jack & Jones Strengthens its Commitment to Organic Cotton

Jack & Jone’s “Bestseller” brand is increasing its commitment to sustainable cotton this year. The brand expects to "significantly" increase its use of direct-to-farm cotton by 2023.
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|February 14th, 2023|3:20 PM