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Sustainable Materials
Saxcell and Birla Cellulose Join Forces for Textile Recycling Breakthrough
Saxcell and Birla Cellulose join forces to advance the production of recycled man-made cellulosic fibers through a groundbreaking partnership.
Sustainability Standards News
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.
Sustainable Materials
How Australian Streetwear brand Afends Combats Climate Change
Afends is the first Australian brand to sign up to Kuehne+Nagel’s industry-leading Net Zero Carbon program.
Sustainability Governance
European Markets Are Pushing to Buy BCI Cotton
With the demand for sustainable cotton ever on the increase, Better Cotton is striving to make sustainable cotton the mainstream.
Sustainable Materials
Sustainable Supply Chains
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.
Five Textile Designers Saving the World
Meet five of our favorite designers and producers who are changing the way textiles are produced. Whether they are creating jobs or creating fabrics that are environmentally friendly, these designers are changing the way the world looks at fabric.
Sustainable Suppliers News
BBB Industries Releases 2023 Corporate Sustainability Report, Showcasing Company's Commitment to Sustainable Activities and Performance
BBB Industries, LLC (BBB), a leading sustainable manufacturer serving the automotive and industrial markets, published its 2023 Corporate Sustainability Report (CSR), highlighting the company's sustainable activities and performance.
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Sustainability Standards News
6 Fairtrade Certified Cotton Clothing Manufacturers Leading in Ethical Textiles
Businesses must adhere to three stages: sourcing Fairtrade-certified cotton, engaging certified processors, and meeting Fairtrade standards for production to carry the Fairtrade Cotton Mark.
Sustainability Governance
SEC's Climate Disclosure Rule: Excluding Scope 3 Emissions and Industry Response
The SEC has introduced new rules that aim to standardize climate-related disclosures, emphasizing Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions.
Maiyet receives $25.5m investment, pre-fall 2015 revealed
American labels, such as Maiyet, are revolutionizing the luxury fashion industry when it comes to environmental awareness and social change. The eco-fashion company has just secured $25.5m from investors, taking the brand forward in 2015.