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Bluesign and ZDHC Unite: Advancing to the “Progressive” Level
Bluesign-certified formulators achieve provisional approval for ZDHC's "progressive level", transforming chemical formulations in the textile industry towards sustainability.
Adidas, Inditex, Target, and Zalando Join Forces to Support Footwear Sustainability
Fashion powerhouses Adidas, Inditex, Target, and Zalando have united with the innovative platform Fashion for Good and pioneering footwear recycler FastFeetGrinded for an ambitious pilot project.
Austria's Lenzing Releases Combined Annual & Sustainability Report
The Lenzing Group, a prominent producer of regenerated cellulosic fibers, publishes its inaugural combined annual and sustainability report, emphasizing its commitment to social and environmental responsibility.
Reformation Steps into the World of Sustainable Footwear
Zero carbon, water and waste-neutral apparel brand Reformation has stepped into the world of sustainable footwear in collaboration with New Balance.
How HKRITA and H&M Foundation’s reProLeather Will Transform Recycled Leather
H&M Foundation and HKRITA are pioneering an innovative project to transform the environmental sustainability of recycled leather, addressing long-standing issues with traditional recycled leather.
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.
Luxury Resale Platform Fashionphile Earns B Corp Certification
Fashionphile, a prominent luxury bag resale platform, proudly attains B Corp Certification, recognizing its commitment to high standards of social and environmental responsibility and transparency.
Is Scaling Circularity the Next Step for the Fashion Industry?
The global economy is shifting to green initiatives and partnerships. Join Innovation Forum’s upcoming conference on Sustainable Apparel and Textiles to discover how brands can adapt practices to deliver on ambitious commitments and growing stakeholder expectations.
Empowering Responsibility: Advocating for Fashion Brands to Take on the Brunt of Textile Waste
Textile EPR programs aim to reduce overproduction, drive innovation in recycling, and encourage higher-quality goods, with associated fees passed on to consumers, as Madewell, Levi’s and H&M’s resale initiatives are insufficient in addressing the waste challenge.
Responsible Sourcing: The Need for Ethical and Transparent Supply Chains that Drive Positive Impact
As demonstrated in Innovation Forum’s upcoming event on responsible sourcing for transparent supply chains, businesses have the power to create positive change, whilst also reaping significant benefits of improving business prospects with higher-turnover customers.
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GOTS Shares its Policy Updates for Label Approval
The highly revered label for organic cotton has recently revealed a new policy update that makes it more difficult for players in the supply chain to make applications with falsely submitted information.
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.
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.