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TenTree: the Company that Plants 10 Trees for Every Garment it Sells
Tentree’s CEO, Derrick Emsley, believes it’s feasible to plant a billion trees by 2030.
|August 17th, 2022|11:59 AM
Sustainability Governance
American Apparel & Footwear Association Advocates for Pragmatic Approach to Washington State PFAS Legislation
The AAFA opposes Washington State's PFAS legislation, deeming it unnecessary, and calls for alignment with existing national standards while emphasizing industry efforts to phase out PFAS.
|January 30th, 2024|10:54 AM
Sustainable Supply Chains
How Pact Manufactures the Best Organic Cotton Commodity Products
Manufacturing in India, the Colorado brand meets Fair Trade certification standards for its ethics in production as well as its sustainability efforts, along with its support of the GOTS label.
|November 21st, 2022|4:34 PM
Sustainability Standards News
Understanding the USDA’s New Organic Certification Requirements
The USDA introduces the NOP Strengthening Organic Enforcement (SOE) rule, effective March 19, 2024, aiming to bolster traceability and protect the integrity of organic products in the supply chain.
|March 20th, 2024|2:58 PM
GOTS Certification Celebrates its 20th Anniversary by Fighting Greenwashing
The Global Organic Textile Standard celebrated its 20th anniversary with a record number of certifications
|November 22nd, 2022|9:14 PM
Sustainability Standards News
The Implementation of USDA's Strengthening Organic Enforces Final Certification Rule
The USDA's Strengthening Organic Enforcement (SOE) Rule aims to combat fraud and enhance supply chain integrity while improving farm-to-market traceability.
|March 20th, 2024|6:52 PM
Sustainable Supply Chains
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.
|May 24th, 2023|1:50 PM
Sustainable Materials
Ethical Consumerism
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.
|May 25th, 2023|10:54 AM
Sustainability Standards News
FoodChain ID Strengthens its Position as a Leading Certifier for USDA National Organic Program
FoodChain ID's acquisition of Organic Certifiers Inc., an accredited certification body by the USDA National Organic Program, elevates its status to a top five certifier, reinforcing its authority and trustworthiness in organic certification.
|March 20th, 2024|4:27 PM
Sustainable Materials
Adidas, Inditex, Target, and Zalando Join Forces to Support Footwear Sustainability
Fashion powerhouses Adidas, Inditex, Target, and Zalando have united with the innovative platform Fashion for Good and pioneering footwear recycler FastFeetGrinded for an ambitious pilot project.
|July 25th, 2023|12:08 PM
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Sustainable Suppliers News
TenTree: the Company that Plants 10 Trees for Every Garment it Sells
Tentree’s CEO, Derrick Emsley, believes it’s feasible to plant a billion trees by 2030.
|August 17th, 2022|11:59 AM
Sustainability Governance
American Apparel & Footwear Association Advocates for Pragmatic Approach to Washington State PFAS Legislation
The AAFA opposes Washington State's PFAS legislation, deeming it unnecessary, and calls for alignment with existing national standards while emphasizing industry efforts to phase out PFAS.
|January 30th, 2024|10:54 AM
Sustainable Supply Chains
How Pact Manufactures the Best Organic Cotton Commodity Products
Manufacturing in India, the Colorado brand meets Fair Trade certification standards for its ethics in production as well as its sustainability efforts, along with its support of the GOTS label.
|November 21st, 2022|4:34 PM