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Better Cotton Revises its Certification Criteria in Response to Greenwashing Concerns
Better Cotton raises its standards by revising its principles and criteria that farmers must meet to certify their cotton, after having completed its latest eighteen-month review in February.
|April 25th, 2023|10:29 AM
The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol Has Tracked over 3 Million Kilos of Sustainable Cotton
Recognized by the Textile Exchange, the trusted and renowned standard holder COTTON USA™ uses the latest blockchain technology to successfully ensure sustainable cotton production.
|April 3rd, 2023|12:05 PM
What the Modern Slavery Act Means for Canadian Apparel Brands
Recently, the bill went through a third reading in the House of Commons in March, and once passed, it will be a step forward in the fight against modern slavery in the apparel industry and other sectors in Canada.
|May 2nd, 2023|2:30 PM
8 Fashion Companies that Have Incorporated Traceability in Their Supply Chains
Supply chain traceability stands at the forefront of the fashion industry's sustainability agenda, with Eileen Fisher, Outland Denim, and Timberland leading the charge in order traceability.
|April 4th, 2024|3:31 PM
IFRS and GRI Form New Agreement to Align Sustainability Standards
The IRFS and the GRI will work together to establish two new pillars of international sustainability reporting.
|March 29th, 2022|3:12 PM
Search Sustainable Companies via Geographical Location with CommonShare
Access the CommonShare platform to search for sustainable companies and build a responsible, trustworthy supply chain for your business.
|March 3rd, 2022|3:22 PM
Pioneering Africa's Cotton Revolution: A Collaborative Initiative Tackling Farming Challenges Head-On
The primary objective of the Innovations Club is to drive practical and impactful solutions toward revitalizing African smallholder farming ecosystems, as Cotton Made in Africa and the African Cotton Foundation unite for a sustainable future.
|June 8th, 2023|12:08 PM
Avery Dennison and Texaid Forge Strategic Alliance for Textile Recycling Ahead of EU Rule Revisions
Avery Dennison and Texaid collaborate to improve traceability and recycling in the garment industry ahead of revised EU textile waste regulations.
|July 4th, 2023|1:28 PM
Gap Inc. Releases 2023 ESG Report, Sharing Progress on Sustainability and Inclusion
Gap Inc. has unveiled its 2023 Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report, commemorating the company's twentieth year of sustainability reporting and nearly thirty years of sustainability initiatives.
|May 2nd, 2024|11:25 AM
PI Apparel Merchandise Planning: Facilitating Innovation Through Collaboration
PI Apparel’s Merchandise Planning event will look at these new technologies that are revolutionizing the Merchant’s role, as well as the key strategies and methodologies needed to create the most customer-centric products, whilst minimizing markdowns and returns.
|September 18th, 2023|1:32 PM
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Cellulose Fibres Conference 2025: Scaling Innovation for a Sustainable Textile Future
The Cellulose Fibres Conference 2025 spotlighted biosynthetics, fibre recycling, and scalable innovations reshaping sustainable textile supply chains.
|March 25th, 2025|12:38 PM
Zara Canada Faces Investigation Amid Claims of Uyghur Forced Labor in China
Zara Canada finds itself under scrutiny as investigations unfold regarding troubling allegations of Uyghur forced labor within its Chinese supply chain.
|November 9th, 2023|12:53 PM
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EU's New Textile Waste Regulations: A Turning Point for the Fashion Industry
Discover how the EU's new textile waste collection regulations set to take effect in 2025 will push the fashion industry towards sustainability, with eco-design standards and eco-contributions leading the charge.
|March 7th, 2025|1:40 PM