"Sustainable Leather" News Archive

The innovative fabric of Gucci’s sneakers combines plant-based raw materials obtained mainly from sustainable, renewable and environmentally friendly sources.

According to the document EU Exports of Used Textiles in Europe's Circular Economy prepared by the European Environment Agency, 46% of these garments were sold to Africa, the EU's main customer, followed by Asia, with 41%.

New Balance has announced a product expansion under its own "Green Leaf" standard of its best-selling models and colorways.

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.

Used by brands like Tommy Hilfiger and Samara, apple leather by Frumat is an innovative fiber made from the leftovers of apple jams and juices.

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).

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.

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.

Leaked EU Impact Assessment reveals a commitment to global animal protection leadership, with proposed measures based on scientific evidence and citizen demands for sustainable food production and improved welfare.

CommonShare, a protocol for sustainable supply chains, has introduced the Sustainable Brand Benchmark® in its recent webinar.