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"Fashion Industry" News Archive
Sustainable Supply Chains
Shein Launches Fund to Invest $10 Million in Sustainability
The fashion industry is responsible for more than 10 per cent of carbon emissions and consumes approximately 100 million tonnes of oil each year. Virgin polyester (also known as new polyester) is a key part of these figures, with production levels of this fabric double what they were in 2000.
Sustainable Suppliers News
A.W.A.K.E Mode Apparel Combines Eco-Design with Japanese Art and Culture
With an ethical approach to high fashion, the London firm experiments with different artistic styles to give life to its new sustainable collection through pieces to dream of a new world.
Sustainable Materials
GANNI's 'Fabrics of The Future' Initiative Elevates Sustainable Fashion with cycora® by Ambercycle
Danish brand GANNI has partnered with Ambercycle for its 'Fabrics of the Future' initiative by incorporating cycora®, a regenerated polyester, into its SPORT collection.
Sustainability Standards News
Fair Wear and GoodWeave Team up to Fight Child and Forced Labor
Fair Wear Foundation and GoodWeave International join forces to combat child and forced labor in hidden supply chain corners, their expertise gaining significance with impending EU human rights legislation.
Fast Fashion and its Toxic Relationship with Fossil Fuels
How can major brands in the industry tackle the climate pollution caused in their supply chains?
Ethical Consumerism
Zalando Introduces Body Measurement Tool to Reduce Returns
Zalando introduces a groundbreaking size recommendation tool based on customers' body measurements, aiming to enhance the shopping experience, reduce returns, and contribute to reducing textile waste in the long run.
Sustainable Suppliers News
Gucci and Kering Launch “Circular Hub” in a Bid to Bring Circularity to Italian Fashion
Supported by Kering, the Circular Hub aims to have a positive impact on the luxury fashion industry across the board, from shared research to innovation in local industrial facilities.
Sustainable Supply Chains
Under Armour Among Fashion Brands Taking Part in Solar Power Agreement
Twelve leading fashion brands including Under Armour have collaborated on a historic collective virtual power purchase agreement (CVPPA) with Lightsource BP, aiming to advance their renewable energy goals and reduce their carbon emissions.
Sustainability Standards News
Enhancing Product and Production Safety: OEKO-TEX® and ZDHC Extend Accord
OEKO-TEX® and ZDHC collaborate to drive sustainability in the textile industry, promoting responsible production, safer materials, and streamlined certification through data sharing and aligned programs.
Sustainable Materials
Zalando Pioneers New Materials by Unveiling its ZIGN Collection
Zalando's ZIGN Studio Collection marks a shift towards material innovation, distinguished by its pioneering use of sustainable and recycled materials, including renewable wood pulp and bio-derived leather alternatives.
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Sustainable Supply Chains
Zara Declares its Long-Term Sustainability Goals in “Join Life” Campaign
Zara’s “Join Life” campaign guarantees improved environmental and social procedures in the production of its garments, along with improved manufacturing techniques and the most sustainable raw materials.
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.
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.