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Hyosung Undergoes Textile Innovation to Replace Synthetic Fibers
Sustainable Materials

Hyosung Undergoes Textile Innovation to Replace Synthetic Fibers

Hyosung is pioneering sustainable alternatives in synthetic materials like polyester and spandex, demonstrating a commitment to diverse, eco-friendly options amid varying industry sustainability goals, showcased through innovative products at global trade events.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|December 5th, 2023|10:14 AM
Only 20% of "Sustainable" Investment Funds Align with the Proposed Anti-Greenwashing Criteria
Sustainability Governance

Only 20% of "Sustainable" Investment Funds Align with the Proposed Anti-Greenwashing Criteria

A report by Clarity AI reveals that 20% of sustainability-labeled investment funds classified as Article 8 would meet the criteria of proposed fund labeling rules aimed at reducing greenwashing risk.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|May 22nd, 2023|9:24 AM
WRAP's Plastics Pact 2025 Progress: A Call for Urgent Regulation as Targets Loom
Sustainability Standards News

WRAP's Plastics Pact 2025 Progress: A Call for Urgent Regulation as Targets Loom

WRAP acknowledges substantial progress in the Plastics Pact 2025 initiative but concedes that vital targets may not be achieved by 2025.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|January 25th, 2024|11:26 AM
Uniqlo Elevates Sustainable Fashion Through Innovative Partnership with FIT
Ethical Consumerism

Uniqlo Elevates Sustainable Fashion Through Innovative Partnership with FIT

Uniqlo partners with FIT to launch the Re.Live collection, an innovative upcycling initiative featuring 11 pieces, born from the Re.Uniqlo program that transforms non-sellable and non-wearable Uniqlo products.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|December 14th, 2023|11:16 AM
Decoding Double Materiality: Unveiling its Significance and Impact
Sustainability Governance

Decoding Double Materiality: Unveiling its Significance and Impact

The evolving discussion on double materiality holds significant implications for accounting standards and finance, with the IFRS set to determine its direction before COP26, shaping the path towards a net-zero economy.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|March 11th, 2024|7:03 PM
Kering Group Announces Ban on Angora Fur in Luxury Fashion
Ethical Consumerism

Kering Group Announces Ban on Angora Fur in Luxury Fashion

Kering Group, a leading luxury fashion conglomerate with brands like Yves Saint Laurent and Gucci, aligns with industry leaders in animal welfare by pledging to remove angora materials from its products.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|January 17th, 2024|10:14 AM
How the Proposed EU Green Claims Directive Will Impact on Eco Claims
Sustainability Governance

How the Proposed EU Green Claims Directive Will Impact on Eco Claims

The European Commission introduced the Green Claims Directive on March 22, 2023, in response to increased consumer demand for eco-conscious products, aiming to combat greenwashing and promote transparency in environmental claims.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|December 28th, 2023|2:43 PM
Patagonia Releases Its Most Insulated Jacket Eve Made from Recycled Marine Plastics
Sustainable Materials

Patagonia Releases Its Most Insulated Jacket Eve Made from Recycled Marine Plastics

Patagonia's groundbreaking Stormshadow parka, crafted from recycled ocean-bound plastics, signals a milestone in the outdoor apparel industry's pursuit of sustainability.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|October 26th, 2023|1:03 PM
Sustainable Cultivation of Basil Oil: A Green Approach to Aromatic Elixirs
Sustainable Supply Chains

Sustainable Cultivation of Basil Oil: A Green Approach to Aromatic Elixirs

In response to the growing demand for essential oils, it is imperative to embrace sustainable cultivation practices for basil oil, emphasizing eco-friendly methods to safeguard biodiversity and the environment.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|January 31st, 2024|6:19 PM
EU Forges Accord on Corporate Responsibility, Setting New Standards for Global Businesses
Sustainability Governance

EU Forges Accord on Corporate Responsibility, Setting New Standards for Global Businesses

The European Union has achieved a landmark provisional agreement, requiring large companies in the bloc to proactively tackle adverse environmental and human rights impacts in their supply chains through the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD).
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|December 18th, 2023|8:48 AM