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H&M Says You Can Compost its New Line of Baby Clothes
Sustainable Suppliers News

H&M Says You Can Compost its New Line of Baby Clothes

The global retailer is coming out with a new line of baby clothes that can be recycled in an unexpected way once they're worn out — composting.
H&M GROUPH&M GROUP
|August 1st, 2022|3:46 PM
Cotopaxi: Sustainability Inspired by the Ecuadorian Community
Sustainable Suppliers News

Cotopaxi: Sustainability Inspired by the Ecuadorian Community

Inspired by the desire to fight global poverty, especially in production countries, Cotopaxi has integrated Andean geography and culture into its collections and expanded its market with sustainable products.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|December 12th, 2022|12:04 PM
Nike and Target Collaborate to Spearhead Textile Manufacturer Climate Action Initiative
Sustainable Supply Chains

Nike and Target Collaborate to Spearhead Textile Manufacturer Climate Action Initiative

SAC, in partnership with Nike and Target, launched MCAP to accelerate textile manufacturing's carbon reduction, prioritizing Scope 1 and 2 emissions while deferring Scope 3 measurements to encourage broader industry engagement, fostering decarbonization, and promoting transparency.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|October 3rd, 2023|1:53 PM
What You Need to Know About Sustainable Sneaker Brand Veja That Meghan Markle Made Viral
Sustainable Suppliers News

What You Need to Know About Sustainable Sneaker Brand Veja That Meghan Markle Made Viral

French footwear brand Veja may have just landed on our radar, but their story goes back to the early aughts. Paris-based Veja was founded in 2004 and launched its first sneaker in 2005.
VEJAVEJA
|June 14th, 2022|2:33 PM
AAFA Advocates for Consumer Clarity with Proposed Changes in California Proposition
Ethical Consumerism

AAFA Advocates for Consumer Clarity with Proposed Changes in California Proposition

The AAFA vehemently opposes proposed changes to California Proposition 65 warnings, citing potential harm to consumer protection.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|December 27th, 2023|3:49 PM
PETA Urges Forever 21 to Embrace Ethical Fashion Practices Amid Mislabeling Controversy
Sustainability Standards News

PETA Urges Forever 21 to Embrace Ethical Fashion Practices Amid Mislabeling Controversy

PETA has accused Forever 21 mislabeling real feather products as faux, urging corrective action in a sternly worded letter to CEO Winnie Park.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|December 12th, 2023|10:54 AM
How Would Your Fashion Brand Measure up on The Transparency Index?

How Would Your Fashion Brand Measure up on The Transparency Index?

The fashion industry is facing a tricky 2022 in which the fragmentation of the sector, brand transparency, authenticity and multichannel strategy will dominate the day-to-day life of companies.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|March 15th, 2022|4:56 PM
Ralph Lau​​ren Canada Comes Under Fire for Alleged Forced Labor
Sustainable Supply Chains

Ralph Lau​​ren Canada Comes Under Fire for Alleged Forced Labor

Ralph Lauren is under investigation for potential involvement in forced labor within its supply chain, linked to Chinese entities suspected of using Uyghur forced labor.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|August 24th, 2023|12:03 PM
Adidas Partners with Rheon for Innovative Performance Apparel
Sustainable Materials

Adidas Partners with Rheon for Innovative Performance Apparel

Adidas' Adizero Control collection, featuring RHEON™ technology, redefines athletic apparel by minimizing energy wastage and enhancing running performance through innovative, patented materials.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|September 26th, 2023|12:47 PM
Macy's Commits to Sustainable Fiber Sourcing through Partnership with U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol

Macy's Commits to Sustainable Fiber Sourcing through Partnership with U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol

Macy's Inc. is enhancing its sustainable material sourcing through a partnership with the U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol, aligning with its "Mission Every One" initiative to source preferred materials exclusively for its private label products by 2030, ensuring full traceability through blockchain technology.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|September 18th, 2023|11:13 AM