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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.
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.
WRAP Launches New Drive to Promote Circular Living in the USA and Across the Americas
In a significant move, climate action NGO WRAP has opened a key office in Washington, DC to address environmental impact from unsustainable production, consumption, and waste.
Better Cotton Introduces its New Chain of Custody Standard
The newly introduced chain of custody standard by Better Cotton represents a major milestone in the ongoing efforts to create a more sustainable and transparent cotton supply chain.
New Study Confirms FSC-Certified Forests Help Wildlife Thrive in the Congo Basin
Good news for critically endangered species in the Congo Basin: A study shows higher numbers of large mammals in FSC-certified forests in Gabon and the Republic of Congo compared to non-certified ones.
USDA To Require Electronic Ear Tags For Most Cattle, Bison During Transport
The USDA said the traceability system should help stop diseases from spreading.
Textile Exchange Unveils Enhanced Preferred Fiber and Materials Matrix
Textile Exchange launched an updated open-source Preferred Fiber and Materials Matrix (PFMM), evaluating sustainability standards through 80 indicators, blending quantitative life cycle metrics with qualitative criteria for enhanced material choice understanding in sustainability.
Formula 1 Marks a Step Forward in Sustainability with Pirelli's First FSC-Certified Tyres
Pirelli leads in sustainability at Formula 1 with groundbreaking FSC-certified tires, prioritizing sustainable natural rubber.
Investor Pressure Drives Fashion Brands to Enhance Buying Practices
Investors are pressuring fashion brands such as Burberry and Levi’s to improve their buying practices, driven by the recognition that sustainability is crucial for long-term financial success.
Apparel & Textiles
From Laboratory To Label: The Chemistry Between Production And Catwalks Is Finally Right
bluesign and SCTI donate the pioneering Sustainable Chemistry Index (SCI) Methodology to ZDHC
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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.
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.
WRAP Launches New Drive to Promote Circular Living in the USA and Across the Americas
In a significant move, climate action NGO WRAP has opened a key office in Washington, DC to address environmental impact from unsustainable production, consumption, and waste.