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"Circular Fashion" News Archive
Ethical Consumerism
Threads of Tradition: Indigenous Fashion’s Timeless Commitment to Sustainability
Here is FTA’s round up of Indigenous designers from across Canada you should know about:
|June 26th, 2023|1:50 PM
Sustainable Materials
The Many Eco-Friendly Benefits of Bamboo Material
Used by Boody and Pact, the use of bamboo in fashion aligns with the growing demand for sustainable and ethical practices in the textile and apparel industry.
|January 26th, 2024|12:28 PM
Sustainable Supply Chains
H&M's $500 Million Green Bond to Fund Recycling and Renewable Energy
H&M's Green Bond, worth €500 million and part of their sustainable finance efforts, has garnered strong global investor interest, signaling a broader shift towards sustainable finance in the fashion industry.
|October 25th, 2023|10:23 AM
Sustainable Suppliers News
Primark’s “Jeans Redesign” Project Drives the Goal of Full Circularity
The collection formed part of the Ellen MacArthur Foundation's 'The Jeans Redesign' project, dedicated to developing and promoting the idea of the circular economy.
|December 5th, 2022|4:30 PM
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.
|May 4th, 2023|2:14 PM
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."
|October 11th, 2023|1:05 PM
Sustainable Suppliers News
Why Mara Hoffman Switched to an Ethical Business Model
Mara Hoffman is a US-based whose main principle is to be consistent with her practices, use ecological and sustainable materials, and produce responsibly.
|August 23rd, 2022|11:02 AM
Beyond Zero Emissions, Burberry Pledges to be Climate Positive by 2040
With its plans approved by SBTi, Burberry becomes the first luxury brand to commit to being Climate Positive by 2040, including actions beyond its value chain.
|November 28th, 2022|12:43 PM
Sustainable Supply Chains
Vicuña Wool Fabrics from Argentina Arrive at Paris Fashion Week
This unique initiative unites the millenary practice of vicuña wool weaving with the most disruptive technologies in the market.
|March 15th, 2023|3:07 PM
Sustainable Suppliers News
Transforming Textile-to-Textile Recycled Fibers into Luxurious Naia Renew Yarns
Renewcell partners with Eastman to pioneer Naia Renew ES yarns, incorporating 100% recycled Circulose textile raw material in sustainable textile innovation.
|January 9th, 2024|10:19 AM
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Sustainability Governance
European Parliament Endorses Cutting-Edge Ecodesign Standards
The EU Parliament advances revolutionary ecodesign standards to promote longer-lasting, easily repairable and recyclable products to enhance sustainability and circular economy efforts.
|July 20th, 2023|8:59 AM
Ethical Consumerism
COS is Launching an Innovative Garment Renewal Program
Supply chain management expert Bleckmann has announced the continuation of its collaboration with the H&M Group brand, COS, to drive its Restore program.
|August 29th, 2023|11:35 AM
Sustainable Suppliers News
The 5 Apparel Brands that Are Currently Dominating the Resale Market
Embracing a truly circular economy, brands like Puma, Timberland, Balenciaga and more demonstrate the new trend among luxury brands that take a big step towards sustainable fashion and have added value.
|March 24th, 2023|9:06 AM