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OEKO-TEX® Sees a 21% Surge in Certifications and Labels
OEKO-TEX® achieved substantial growth by issuing over 43,000 certificates and labels in its latest fiscal year, with the "Made in Green" label experiencing exceptional 52% growth.
|September 4th, 2023|11:38 AM
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.
|August 23rd, 2023|12:37 PM
Sustainable Suppliers News
Why Zalando is a Champion for a Circular Fashion Future
As outlined in its do.MORE sustainability strategy, Zalando teamed up with Save Your Wardrobe to offer quality care and repair services for garments and shoes through selected local studios and tailors.
|January 19th, 2023|12:31 PM
Sustainability Standards News
GOTS Production Process Recognized in Green Button 2.0
GOTS has met Green Button 2.0 requirements, affirming its dedication to sustainable manufacturing and wet processes.
|January 4th, 2024|11:13 AM
Sustainability Standards News
Calsoft Elevates B Corp™ Score, Reinforcing Commitment to Values
Microsoft Dynamics partner Calsoft Systems intensifies pursuit of social responsibility into core of technology business as reflected in B Corp Recertification results.
|April 2nd, 2024|9:20 AM
Sustainable Supply Chains
OEKO TEXⓇ Launches New “Responsible Business Certification” in 2022
Oeko-TexⓇ will further help textile and apparel companies to meet commitments made at the Glasgow Summit.
|March 7th, 2022|5:53 PM
Ethical Consumerism
The Most Sustainable Apparel Brands Using Alpaca Fabric
Alpaca wool clothing brands epitomize sustainability, each adopting distinct approaches to minimize environmental footprints and maintain ethical standards. Let's delve into the unique practices of each brand to uncover more about their commitment to a greener and more conscientious fashion industry.
|January 16th, 2024|3:30 PM
Sustainability Standards News
Introducing C2C Certified® Version 4.1
The Cradle to Cradle Products Innovation Institute is proud to announce the release of Version 4.1 of the Cradle to Cradle Certified® Product Standard.
|May 3rd, 2024|10:56 AM
Sustainability Standards News
Better Cotton Advances Regenerative Farming in India
Last week in New Delhi, stakeholders from various sectors came together at an event sponsored by Better Cotton to promote collaboration and sustainability in Indian agriculture, aiming to protect the environment and improve the lives of small farming communities.
|October 18th, 2023|12:02 PM
B Corporation is Evolving its Standards for Companies
B Lab has just shared a new draft of the updated standard protocol that will be implemented in 2024.
|September 28th, 2022|2:38 PM
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Fibre52 Cotton Technology Receives the Green Light from ZDHC
ZDHC's approval of Fiber52's chemical-free cotton technology signifies a crucial milestone in the textile industry's pursuit of sustainability and greener production methods.
|October 4th, 2023|12:16 PM
Sustainability Standards News
US Cotton Trust Protocol Partners with Averum for Enhanced Verification
The US Cotton Trust Protocol has partnered with Averum to enhance its expanding membership of ecologically grown US cotton and intends to collaborate with Control Union Certifications to enhance third-party verifications.
|August 23rd, 2023|2:34 PM
Sustainable Suppliers News
Enhancing Sustainability in Chemical Recycling of ABS Materials
ELIX Polymers explores the potential of Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) materials to enhance sustainability in healthcare, addressing challenges posed by cross-contamination in traditional mechanically recycled ABS amid rising demand for sustainability in medical applications.
|January 16th, 2024|12:06 PM