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US Environmental Protection Agency: The impact of deregulation on fashion’s sustainability efforts
Apparel & Textiles

US Environmental Protection Agency: The impact of deregulation on fashion’s sustainability efforts

EPA rollbacks on emissions and pollution regulations pose challenges for fashion sustainability. Discover how brands can mitigate risks and maintain ESG commitments
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|March 21st, 2025|12:54 PM
The Importance and Evolution of European Sustainability Regulations

The Importance and Evolution of European Sustainability Regulations

The European Union's commitment to sustainability is exemplified by its comprehensive and ambitious regulatory framework, encompassing historical milestones, key directives, sector-specific regulations, and robust enforcement mechanisms to ensure environmental protection and sustainable development.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|May 27th, 2024|4:19 PM
Tackling the Invisible Giant: Understanding and Reducing Scope 3 Emissions

Tackling the Invisible Giant: Understanding and Reducing Scope 3 Emissions

Scope 3 emissions, which include all indirect emissions not accounted for in Scope 1 and Scope 2, pose a significant challenge for businesses striving to reduce their carbon footprint.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|May 27th, 2024|6:08 PM
Navigating the Impact of EU-Wide Restrictions on 'Greener' Solvents in the Textile Industry
Apparel & Textiles
Policy, Regulation & Compliance

Navigating the Impact of EU-Wide Restrictions on 'Greener' Solvents in the Textile Industry

The European Commission has recently implemented an EU-wide restriction on the use of siloxanes, a class of solvents previously marketed as a safer and more environmentally friendly alternative to perchloroethylene (Perc) for dry cleaning textiles.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|June 17th, 2024|11:29 AM
Shein Collaborates With Transfar Chemicals for Eco-Conscious Dyeing and Finishing
Apparel & Textiles

Shein Collaborates With Transfar Chemicals for Eco-Conscious Dyeing and Finishing

A strategic collaboration between Shein and Transfar Chemicals focused on eco-conscious dyeing and finishing, leveraging innovative technologies to reduce water consumption, energy use, and carbon emissions. This partnership drives the digitalization of textile production, the development of sustainable fabrics, and improved supply chain transparency, reinforcing efforts toward more responsible and efficient manufacturing
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|March 10th, 2025|5:00 PM
United States Fashion Industry Association Presents the 2024 Washington Trade Symposium

United States Fashion Industry Association Presents the 2024 Washington Trade Symposium

From forced labor enforcement to textile policy to the future of the China 301 tariffs, don't miss this opportunity to hear insights and solutions, and meet with key DC policy-makers.
United States Fashion Industry AssociationUnited States Fashion Industry Association
|May 20th, 2024|1:25 PM
Brazilian Rancher Faces $50m Fine for Amazon Destruction
Policy, Regulation & Compliance

Brazilian Rancher Faces $50m Fine for Amazon Destruction

In a landmark decision, a Brazilian court has ordered cattle rancher Dirceu Kruger to pay over $50 million in compensation for illegal deforestation of the Amazon rainforest. The ruling represents the largest civil case for climate crimes in Brazil's history, signaling a robust legal effort to address environmental degradation and promote accountability.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|July 25th, 2024|2:41 PM
Decathlon's Near-Term and Net-Zero Targets Validated by the SBTi

Decathlon's Near-Term and Net-Zero Targets Validated by the SBTi

Decathlon is proud to announce that our ambitious Greenhouse Gas (GHG) reduction targets have been officially validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
DECATHLONDECATHLON
|May 9th, 2024|3:38 PM