ESG Sustainable Procurement News and Updates

"Apparel Brands" News Archive

Ganni Revolutionizes Material Innovation with “Clothes from Carbon”
Sustainable Materials

Ganni Revolutionizes Material Innovation with “Clothes from Carbon”

The Danish fashion brand Ganni is leading the way by showcasing samples and being the first to trial fabrics made with Rubi Lab’s groundbreaking lyocell yarn.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|June 28th, 2023|11:31 AM
Ba&sh Champions Regenerative Farming in Collaboration with Nativa
Sustainable Materials

Ba&sh Champions Regenerative Farming in Collaboration with Nativa

The brand collaborates with Nativa to lead the transformation of Uruguayan farms toward regenerative practices, marking a strategic move to fund and support sustainable, environmentally conscious agriculture.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|November 22nd, 2023|1:30 PM
Top 3 Cotton Standards Procurement Officers Should Include in Sourcing Plan
Sustainable Supply Chains

Top 3 Cotton Standards Procurement Officers Should Include in Sourcing Plan

As only 10-13% of the global cotton supply can be classified as sustainable, it’s imperative that companies understand which standards should be part of a sustainable procurement plan, such as the Better Cotton Initiative, Fair Trade Cotton, and GOTS.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|May 4th, 2023|2:14 PM
American Circular Textiles Urges Biden to Procure Sustainable Textile Practices
Sustainability Governance

American Circular Textiles Urges Biden to Procure Sustainable Textile Practices

ACT is championing the integration of textiles into the Biden Administration's sustainable procurement plan to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050 as part of the "Investing in America Agenda."
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|October 11th, 2023|1:05 PM
Stella McCartney is More Sustainable than Ever with Vegan Sneakers
Sustainable Materials

Stella McCartney is More Sustainable than Ever with Vegan Sneakers

Saving the world is what iconic fashion brand Stella McCartney has aspired to do since the British designer founded her brand more than two decades ago.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|November 3rd, 2022|12:22 PM
Better Cotton Revises its Certification Criteria in Response to Greenwashing Concerns
Sustainability Standards News

Better Cotton Revises its Certification Criteria in Response to Greenwashing Concerns

Better Cotton raises its standards by revising its principles and criteria that farmers must meet to certify their cotton, after having completed its latest eighteen-month review in February.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|April 25th, 2023|10:29 AM
The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol Has Tracked over 3 Million Kilos of Sustainable Cotton
Sustainability Governance

The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol Has Tracked over 3 Million Kilos of Sustainable Cotton

Recognized by the Textile Exchange, the trusted and renowned standard holder COTTON USA™ uses the latest blockchain technology to successfully ensure sustainable cotton production.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|April 3rd, 2023|12:05 PM
What the Modern Slavery Act Means for Canadian Apparel Brands
Sustainable Supply Chains

What the Modern Slavery Act Means for Canadian Apparel Brands

Recently, the bill went through a third reading in the House of Commons in March, and once passed, it will be a step forward in the fight against modern slavery in the apparel industry and other sectors in Canada.
Fashion Takes ActionFashion Takes Action
|May 2nd, 2023|2:30 PM
Athleta Partners with Ambercycle's Cycora to Revolutionize Performance Apparel Sustainability
Sustainable Materials

Athleta Partners with Ambercycle's Cycora to Revolutionize Performance Apparel Sustainability

Athleta leads sustainable fashion by integrating Ambercycle's Cycora, aligning with its mission-driven ethos and B Corp certification to reduce environmental impact.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|March 10th, 2024|6:35 PM
Groundbreaking Animal Welfare Enhancements Revealed by Leaked EU Draft
Sustainability Governance

Groundbreaking Animal Welfare Enhancements Revealed by Leaked EU Draft

Leaked EU Impact Assessment reveals a commitment to global animal protection leadership, with proposed measures based on scientific evidence and citizen demands for sustainable food production and improved welfare.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|May 30th, 2023|7:17 AM