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Mango is Pioneering Regenerative Cotton for a Greener Future
Mango is elevating its sustainability efforts by partnering with Materra to introduce regenerative cotton in its 2024 collection, achieving a significant milestone in sustainability with complete traceability of the cotton value chain through Materra's Co:Farm platform.
Sustainable Supply Chains
From Food to Fashion: Applying Sustainability Lessons Across Industries
With growing consumer pressure pushing the fashion industry to become more sustainable, some designers are looking to the food industry for inspiration.
Sustainable Supply Chains
Preserving the Fabric of Sustainability: Urgent Actions Needed to Safeguard Cotton Supply Chains
Fashion brands and retailers are at a pivotal point, as a new study signals the risk of irreversible harm to livelihoods, environments, and future production unless significant improvements are made in their relationship with cotton supply chains.
Oratex: Redefining Athleisure With A Sustainable Twist
Creating innovative, high quality materials, Oratex has grown tremendously over the past decades to establish a significant reputation as a widely known global textile supplier of top-quality circular knit stretch fabrics ideal for athletic wear and loungewear.
Sustainable Materials
Circulose: The World’s First Circular Cotton
Circulose is recycled cotton, made better
Premiere Vision Istanbul: Turkey's Trending Fabrics For SS16
The second edition of the newly formatted Premiere Vision Istanbul is ramping up preparatory efforts this week, before opening its doors March 18. Here are three local textile firms set to exhibit freshness and innovation when it comes to fabric for SS16.
Avanti Inc: Setting the Benchmark for Organic Cotton
Avanti produces and sells organic cotton yarn, fabric and items that meet everyday customers' needs. It produces goods of fine quality that end up being worn next to skin, therefore the company understands how important it is to protect the people and the environment.
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.
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.
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.
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GOODEE Added to Fast Company's Annual List of the World's Most Innovative Companies for 2021
MONTREAL, March 9, 2021 /CNW/ - GOODEE, an online marketplace where good design and good purpose intersect, has been named to Fast Company's prestigious annual list of the World's Most Innovative Companies for 2021.
Sustainability Standards News
Why CommonShare's Standard Owner Benchmark is a Game-Changer in Sustainability
Building trust in sustainability standards requires a combination of factors, including transparency, credibility, and independent verification. CommonShare’s Standard Owner Benchmark provides the solution for consumers to find sustainable products from brands they trust.
Sustainable Supply Chains
Lawmakers Investigate Adidas and Nike Over Forced Labor Allegations
Sportswear brands Adidas and Nike, along with Chinese retail giants Shein and Temu, have been challenged by US politicians about the possible use of forced labor in their supply chains.