sustainabiliity
On Running Details Progress Toward Sustainability Goals
By 2024, the Swiss footwear maker aims to use 100 percent recycled, organic, or petrol-free cotton.
DyStar Slashes GHG Emissions—and Costs
The Singapore-based chemicals firm said streamlining operations and manufacturing efficiency contributed to…
Oeko-Tex Sees 21% Increase in Certificates and Labels
The standards certification organization said it issued more than 43,000 certificates and labels during its…
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Kornit Advances Apparel Toward ‘Perfect World’ With On-Demand Production
At Global Outlook, Don Whaley discussed how companies can leverage on-demand production to more closely align…
Better Cotton, Uzbekistan Sign Roadmap of Sustainability to Boost Best Practices
The world's sixth-largest cotton producer is off the labor hit list and working to improve its farming and…
Imagine Real-Time Sustainability Data Printed on Garments Just Like Nutritional Facts
Startups look to bring carbon footprint scoreboards out into the open.
Retail’s Resale Ambitions ‘Coming Home to Roost’
Aptos innovation VP Nikki Baird explains how unified commerce can help fashion retailers truly operationalize…
Italian Yarn Maker Offers ‘Something New in Terms of Stretch’
XLance is making a push into the denim market with durable, elastic yarn already used by Nike and Patagonia.
Bio-based Silk Producer Snags $27M in Latest Financing Round
Industry leader AMSilk plans growth to meet surging demand in biodegradables made from silk protein.
You Can Now Purchase Ikea Furniture ‘As Is’
In an effort the be more sustainable the furniture giant is also expanding its Buy Back & Resell program.
Premium Rebranding Lands HNST In Saks, American Rag
The Belgium label is setting its sights on the United States.
Chain Reaction: Pollen’s Christian Piller on Reducing Returns to Enhance Supply Chain Logistics
In this Q&A, Christian Piller discusses how the company is optimizing retail's existing inventory with a…
Asics Recognized for Climate Action
The footwear company has been recognized as a global leader for engaging its supply chain on climate change…
Future-Forward Foam Gives Footwear Circular, Earth-Friendly Options
Dreamcell Zero is Dahsheng Chemical's first footbed made from 100 percent recycled materials while…