"Sustainable Leather" News Archive

The European Union has banned vague environmental marketing claims, requiring terms like "environmentally friendly" and "climate neutral" to be backed by concrete evidence, marking a significant move to combat greenwashing and protect consumers.

By making a huge investment in the US-based Natural Fiber Welding, Allbirds makes shoes from plant-based leather to help eradicate oil from the fashion industry.

The inclusion of brands such as Scamp & Dude and Farm Rio in the B Corp certification program reflects a notable industry shift towards responsible and ethical practices.

Mango strengthens its dedication to sustainability and employee growth through a strategic partnership with CSDMM-UPM, marking a pivotal step in fostering academic relationships and advancing its sustainability initiatives.

Swedish fashion retailer H&M took a huge leap in supporting sustainable textile innovation by using a leather made from wine-making waste, by Vegea.

As consumers look to sustainable fashion even more in 2015, more leather makers in Brazil are opting for accreditation with the South American nation's latest initiative - the Brazilian Leather Certification of Sustainability.

Building trust in sustainability standards requires a combination of factors, including transparency, credibility, and independent verification. CommonShare’s Standard Owner Benchmark provides the solution for consumers to find sustainable products from brands they trust.

The 38th World Fashion Convention emphasizes evolving fashion industry sustainability, shifting from responsible practices to regulatory requirements, with a focus on environmental and social responsibility.

Fashion brands are coming up with innovative alternatives to leather. Could fungal leather be a breakthrough for sustainable fashion?

To take its recycled leather to scale, Gen Phoenix has just closed its latest round of financing led by apparel companies Dr. Martens and Tapestry.