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Puma Expands its Sustainability Policies Following the Demands of Generation Z
In order to adapt their sustainability policies to the demands of Generation Z, both in terms of substance and form and in the way they communicate their commitments, "Voices of a RE:GENERATION" is Puma’s new initiative.
|May 1st, 2023|12:41 PM
Sustainable Materials
C&A Joins the Eco-Wave by Committing to 100% Sustainable Materials and Circularity by 2028
The apparel company is striving to extend the life of 70% of its products and replace 50% of single-use plastics in-store, e-commerce and value chain in seven years.
|October 18th, 2022|2:47 PM
Sustainability Governance
Fashion Industry Lags in Meeting Crucial 2030 Water and Climate Goals
Two years into the commitment to halve emissions by 2030, major fashion brands, including ASOS and Primark, have achieved only a 2% reduction, as revealed by NGO WRAP's recent report on the Textiles 2030 initiative.
|November 15th, 2023|3:13 PM
Sustainable Materials
Unspun and Renoon Forge Alliance to Enhance Transparency in Fashion
Unspun and Renoon's powerful partnership ventures to satisfy demands for transparency, weaving together sustainable fashion and ethical accountability in an unprecedented alliance.
|August 22nd, 2023|12:47 PM
Sustainability Standards News
B Corp Adds New Fashion Brands into its Certification Program
The inclusion of brands such as Scamp & Dude and Farm Rio in the B Corp certification program reflects a notable industry shift towards responsible and ethical practices.
|December 20th, 2023|2:32 PM
Ethical Consumerism
Fashion Reimagined: A Personal Perspective
Sasha from STE.MARG.SCOT. reflects on her journey towards sustainability in fashion, acknowledging their initial ignorance of the impact of their consumption habits and the industry's addiction to fossil fuel-derived synthetics.
|July 27th, 2023|8:51 PM
Sustainability Standards News
Better Cotton Expands its Program in Egypt
Better Cotton’s alliance with the Cotton Egypt Association aims to extend the reach of the Better Cotton program to the fertile lands of Egypt.
|July 26th, 2023|12:32 PM
Sustainable Supply Chains
Collateral Good Unveils €100M Sustainable Fashion Fund, Powered by HUGO BOSS
Zürich-based Collateral Good launches a €100M sustainable fashion fund, backed by HUGO BOSS, to drive global innovation and technology investments for a more sustainable textile and fashion industry.
|December 8th, 2023|1:42 PM
Ethical Consumerism
Mango Enforces Comprehensive Sustainability Training for Employees
Mango strengthens its dedication to sustainability and employee growth through a strategic partnership with CSDMM-UPM, marking a pivotal step in fostering academic relationships and advancing its sustainability initiatives.
|January 24th, 2024|12:48 PM
Ethical Consumerism
H&M Group and Vargas Holding Launch Syre, a Joint Venture to Revolutionize Textile Recycling
H&M Group has secured an offtake agreement with Syre worth a total of USD 600 million over seven years, covering a significant share of H&M Group’s long-term need for recycled polyester, which is currently primarily sourced from rPET bottle-to-textile.
|March 25th, 2024|11:03 AM
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Sustainability Governance
Groundbreaking Animal Welfare Enhancements Revealed by Leaked EU Draft
Leaked EU Impact Assessment reveals a commitment to global animal protection leadership, with proposed measures based on scientific evidence and citizen demands for sustainable food production and improved welfare.
|May 30th, 2023|7:17 AM
Sustainable Materials
Piñatex, the Vegan Leather Used by Nike
In its Happy Pineablle collection, the global retail giant debuted its sneakers made from pineapple leather as a part of its “Move to Zero” Initiative.
|July 14th, 2022|10:22 AM
Sustainable Materials
Spinnova Secures Business Finland R&D Grant to Advance SPINNOVA® Fiber Development
Spinnova secures a EUR 1.9 million grant from Business Finland to advance its SPINNOVA® fiber project, aiming to pioneer pilot-scale production from textile and agricultural waste streams.
|August 16th, 2023|8:55 PM