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What the EU Strategy for Sustainable and Circular Textiles Implies for Fashion Companies

What the EU Strategy for Sustainable and Circular Textiles Implies for Fashion Companies

As demonstrated in actions taken by major apparel companies such as Decathlon, Mango, H&M and more, the apparel industry is already adapting to the strategy to make sustainable products the norm in the EU.
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|April 10th, 2023|11:59 AM
Gucci’s Regenerative Denim Collection Wins Circularity Award

Gucci’s Regenerative Denim Collection Wins Circularity Award

Gucci reaffirmed its dedication to sustainability and innovation by winning the Ellen MacArthur Foundation Award for Circular Economy during Milan Fashion Week, distinguishing itself in the realm of sustainable fashion.
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|September 25th, 2023|12:02 PM
Cofaco Industries Invests Close to US$2 Million in Plant Improvements

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
C&A Joins Forces with Recover for a New Recycled Collection

C&A Joins Forces with Recover for a New Recycled Collection

German fashion retailer C&A has recently introduced an exciting new collection crafted from recycled cotton, a result of collaboration with the Spanish materials science company, Recover, showcasing C&A’s commitment to sustainability by utilizing textile waste.
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|May 9th, 2023|7:08 AM
Nike and Target Collaborate to Spearhead Textile Manufacturer Climate Action Initiative

Nike and Target Collaborate to Spearhead Textile Manufacturer Climate Action Initiative

SAC, in partnership with Nike and Target, launched MCAP to accelerate textile manufacturing's carbon reduction, prioritizing Scope 1 and 2 emissions while deferring Scope 3 measurements to encourage broader industry engagement, fostering decarbonization, and promoting transparency.
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|October 3rd, 2023|1:53 PM
Why Science-Based Targets for Fashion Companies Are Here to Stay

Why Science-Based Targets for Fashion Companies Are Here to Stay

Implemented by LVMH, Kering, and H&M, The Science Based Targets Network (SBTN) unveils groundbreaking targets to emphasize the urgency of biodiversity conservation and nature-based climate solutions.
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|May 24th, 2023|1:50 PM
The Dangers of Microfibers in the Textile Industry

The Dangers of Microfibers in the Textile Industry

Unlike other sectors, which are in the process of changing to combat microplastics, fashion is still not doing enough to control microfiber pollution. Learn what the adidas, the North Face, and C&A are doing about it.
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|May 25th, 2023|10:54 AM
Empowering Responsibility: Advocating for Fashion Brands to Take on the Brunt of Textile Waste

Empowering Responsibility: Advocating for Fashion Brands to Take on the Brunt of Textile Waste

Textile EPR programs aim to reduce overproduction, drive innovation in recycling, and encourage higher-quality goods, with associated fees passed on to consumers, as Madewell, Levi’s and H&M’s resale initiatives are insufficient in addressing the waste challenge.
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|June 1st, 2023|1:19 PM
Patagonia's Commitment to Sustainable Fashion Repair

Patagonia's Commitment to Sustainable Fashion Repair

Patagonia partners with European organizations to launch United Repair Centre London, fostering a social enterprise dedicated to training and employing individuals, including refugees, in clothing repair.
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|November 6th, 2023|4:35 PM
VF Corp Launches CTI Fashion Initiative for Circular Economy in Fashion and Textiles

VF Corp Launches CTI Fashion Initiative for Circular Economy in Fashion and Textiles

Known for brands like The North Face, Timberland, and Vans, VF Corp has partnered with WBCSD and Deloitte Switzerland to launch the CTI Fashion Initiative.
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|July 3rd, 2023|11:46 AM