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Free Open-Source Tool Aims to Map Every Apparel Factory in the World
A new online tool aims to map every single clothing and textile manufacturer in the world.
Studio 189 is Betting on African Artisans as the Future of Manufacturing
Manufacturing in Africa, says Abrima Erwiah of Studio 189, is "not a question of if, but when—and how."
Taiwanese Firm to Unveil All-in-One Recycling Process for Polyester Blends
FENC is planning to debut an "all-in-one" chemical-recycling solution for post-consumer PET-based textiles.
Reformation Turns Deadstock Leather into Vintage-Glam Shoes
Together with Bulgaria's By Far, Reformation has cobbled together a line of boots, mules and pumps using…
Does the World Bank Want to Green Ethiopia’s Textile Industry?
Now that it’s pivoting away from a largely agrarian economy, Ethiopia is poised to become a manufacturing…
High-End Children’s Wear Brand Wins PETA Vegan Fashion Award
PETA has awarded Germany's Infantium Victoria its Vegan Fashion Award, the first given to a children's wear…
IFC, Gap Inc. Work to Improve Resource Efficiency in Pakistan
The IFC has signed an agreement with Gap Inc. to reduce the retailer's use of water, energy, chemicals and…
Pakistan Labor Groups Want an Accord for Fire and Building Safety, Too
Labor groups in Pakistan want brands and retailers to support a Pakistan Accord on Fire and Building Safety…
ThredUp, Reformation Launch Program That Rewards Clothing Resale
ThredUp is making clothing reuse an industry-wide affair with a new platform that allows brands to partake in…
Denim Manufacturing Plots Comeback to NYC’s Garment District
Christine Rucci of Godmother NYC aims to bring denim manufacturing back to New York City, one jean at a time.
Renting is the New Black with Express’ Clothing Subscription Service
Express is now the third major retailer in less than a year to allow customers to rent its clothing through a…
UK Brands Face Questioning by Lawmakers Over Impact of Fast Fashion
U.K. lawmakers have written to Britain's top retailers to suss out the steps they are taking to reduce the…
Activewear Isn’t Going Anywhere, so Brands Must Learn to ‘Fit in There’
Shoppers are going to shop and consumers are going to consume. Translation? Don't expect people to use…
Attitudes About Sustainable Fashion Fall Along Generation Lines
Older consumers appear to care more about a garment's country of origin, while younger ones want to know a…
Report: SMEs Perform Better in Corporate Sustainability Ratings
Small and medium-sized enterprises generally performed better than their larger counterparts, according to a…