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Ethical Consumerism
What Strategies and Innovations Does the Future Hold in Store for Sustainable Fashion?
The fashion industry is experiencing a surge in sustainable innovations, highlighted by Stella McCartney's use of seaweed-based fabric and new dyeing techniques leveraging bacteria and algae, as well as textile recycling’s triumph recognized by the H&M Foundation Global Change Awards.
Sustainability Standards News
Leveraging the Global Recycled Standard: Driving Circular Fashion Economy Partnerships
The Global Recycled Standard (GRS) plays a pivotal role in propelling the circular fashion economy forward by promoting transparency, fostering partnerships, and driving innovation, offering a crucial framework for sustainable sourcing and production as businesses prioritize environmental sustainability.
Sustainable Suppliers News
Gant Joins the Rental Wave
The Swedish fashion company first launched the rental service for the spring-summer 2020 collection as part of its sustainability initiatives.
Sustainable Supply Chains
VF Corporation's Publishes its 2022 Sustainability & Responsibility Report
VF Corporation, a global leader in apparel and accessories, presents its latest Sustainability & Responsibility report, "Seizing the Momentum," highlighting advancements in science-based targets.
Sustainability Governance
Fashion Forward 2024: Charting Global Trends in Trade and Commerce with USFIA
Explore the vibrant landscape of global fashion trade with the United States Fashion Industry Association (USFIA), a three-decade champion of international commerce, dedicated to breaking down barriers and fostering the growth of the U.S. fashion industry.
Tove: Luxury Ethics with Contemporary Design
Sourcing luxury, as well as recycled fabrics from low-impact mills, London-based designer brand Tove, explores the balance between femininity and modernity.
Sustainable Supply Chains
How C&A Aims to Improve its Supplier Transparency
The company has partnered with Coats Digital to enhance its supplier network and streamline sourcing processes for improved efficiency and transparency.
Ethical Consumerism
Gap Inc. Joins Forces with Industry Giants to Alleviate India’s Water Crisis
The Water Resilience Coalition (WRC) is launching the Women + Water Collaborative to improve water and sanitation access in India with the collaboration of Gap Inc., Cargill, GSK, WaterAid, and the WRC, targeting the Krishna and Godavari basins in a cross-sector effort to address water issues.
Sustainable Materials
TômTex Secures $2.25 Million in Seed Funding, Surpassing $4.15 Million Total Raise
TômTex, a sustainable biomaterial producer, has secured $2.25 million in a seed round led by Happiness Capital, with participation from prominent climate-tech venture firms, marking a significant milestone for the visionary founder Uyen Tran.
Sustainable Suppliers News
Gucci Wins the Climate Action Award 2022
In collaboration with NATIVA™’s Regenerative Agriculture Program, Gucci's commitment to regenerative agriculture has already had a positive impact on the region and the community.
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Sustainable Suppliers News
Recovo Strives to Achieve "End-to-End Platform" for Circular Solutions
The emerging Spanish company Recovo has acquired new capacities in its quest to stand out as the benchmark platform for the transition of fashion and textile companies toward a fully sustainable and circular model.
Ethical Consumerism
People Tree Strengthens Ties Between Distributors and Consumers
Premium sustainable apparel brand People Tree is regarded as a pioneer of sustainable fashion and is the first apparel brand in the world to receive World Fair Trade Organization accreditation.
Sustainable Supply Chains
Stella McCartney Leads in Ethically-Made Childrenswear
Implementing campaigns to raise awareness and communicate the importance of conservation of natural resources, Stella McCartney is a shining example of how to produce ethically-made childrenswear.