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"Sustainable Footwear" News Archive

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.
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|January 17th, 2024|10:14 AM
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.
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|October 26th, 2023|1:03 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).
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|December 18th, 2023|8:48 AM
GreenBlue’s SPC Engage 2023: A Deep Dive into Retailers' Sustainable Commitments
Sustainable Supply Chains

GreenBlue’s SPC Engage 2023: A Deep Dive into Retailers' Sustainable Commitments

Join SPC Engage 2023 on December 6th - 7th for a transformative deep-dive into retailers' sustainability efforts, where attendees will explore how SPC’s Pillars drive tangible change in sustainable packaging for retailers navigating diverse challenges.
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|November 30th, 2023|12:44 PM
American Apparel & Footwear Association Advocates for Pragmatic Approach to Washington State PFAS Legislation
Sustainability Governance

American Apparel & Footwear Association Advocates for Pragmatic Approach to Washington State PFAS Legislation

The AAFA opposes Washington State's PFAS legislation, deeming it unnecessary, and calls for alignment with existing national standards while emphasizing industry efforts to phase out PFAS.
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|January 30th, 2024|10:54 AM
Stella McCartney is More Sustainable than Ever with Vegan Sneakers
Sustainable Materials

Stella McCartney is More Sustainable than Ever with Vegan Sneakers

Saving the world is what iconic fashion brand Stella McCartney has aspired to do since the British designer founded her brand more than two decades ago.
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|November 3rd, 2022|12:22 PM
The Trailblazing Sustainable Brands Leading the Industry Forward
Ethical Consumerism

The Trailblazing Sustainable Brands Leading the Industry Forward

Discover sustainable fashion leaders like Patagonia, Everlane, Stella McCartney, and Reformation each making significant strides in eco-conscious practices.
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|April 10th, 2024|5:37 PM
Cariuma: A Pioneer Sneaker Brand in Sustainability
Sustainable Supply Chains

Cariuma: A Pioneer Sneaker Brand in Sustainability

Cariuma’s success is backed by sustainable and vegan values, using 100% natural and recycled materials for the creation of its products.
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|August 9th, 2022|1:10 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.
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|December 27th, 2023|3:49 PM
GOTS Commences OECD Assessment to Propel Sustainablility in the Textile Industry
Sustainability Standards News

GOTS Commences OECD Assessment to Propel Sustainablility in the Textile Industry

The Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) initiates OECD alignment assessment process to propel sustainable practices in the textile industry.
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|August 9th, 2023|2:59 PM