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The US company PVH Corp uses 60% renewable energy

The US company PVH Corp uses 60% renewable energy

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According to its 2022 Corporate Responsibility report, American clothing company PVH Corp. undertook a first-ever examination of climate risk scenarios and improved carbon accounting capabilities. It utilized and supported the usage of renewable energy sources to provide 60% of the power for owned and operated facilities. The business established its own goals for reducing greenhouse …

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Green fashion is the focus of a £1.6 million project at Plymouth University in the UK

Green fashion is the focus of a £1.6 million project at Plymouth University in the UK

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The Future Fibers Network+ (FFN+), a £1.6 million initiative from the University of Plymouth in the UK, intends to accelerate the decarbonization of the apparel and textile industries. To integrate environmental sciences into the core of the fashion and textile industries, the effort will bring together scholars and business specialists. The university’s significant investigation into …

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According to recent research carried out in south India, using laser and ultrasonic cutters on polyester knitted fabrics

Polyester microfiber release is reduced using laser and ultrasonic cutters

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According to recent research carried out in south India, using laser and ultrasonic cutters on polyester knitted fabrics—instead of conventional cut-and-sew methods—can dramatically minimize the number of microfibers released into the environment during laundry. According to an analysis of various cutting techniques conducted by R Rathinamoorthy from the fashion technology department at the PSG College …

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GreenBiz and Sustainability Consortium collaborate on net zero objectives

GreenBiz and Sustainability Consortium collaborate on net zero objectives

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The Sustainability Consortium has declared itself a GreenBiz Net Zero Community Partner, demonstrating the urgency with which numerous businesses are pursuing net-zero objectives. An online platform called GreenBiz Net Zero hosts a collaborative experience that offers cutting-edge methods for significantly lowering greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. September 7, 2023, will be the date of the event. …

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In India, Bluesign introduces sustainable Impact Services

In India, Bluesign introduces sustainable Impact Services

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Bluesign has introduced its new offering, called Impact Services, for the Indian markets as part of its continued drive to offer value propositions and sustainable solutions to the global textile supply chain. During seminars held on August 4, 2023, in Tiruppur and August 2, 2023, in Bengaluru, the service was introduced. “Sustainable Textile Manufacturing – …

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EU sets new corporate sustainability reporting guidelines

EU sets new corporate sustainability reporting guidelines

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For use by all businesses subject to the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), the European Commission has adopted the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS). The transition to a sustainable European Union (EU) economy has advanced with this. Climate change, biodiversity, and human rights are just a few of the environmental, social, and governance challenges that …

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'Econogy' for sustainable global textile production is introduced by Messe Frankfurt

‘Econogy’ for sustainable global textile production is introduced by Messe Frankfurt

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Texpertise Network, a division of Messe Frankfurt, is refocusing its sustainability efforts at more than 50 textile trade shows around the world. The textile events will take on a new collective identity and emphasize sustainability more strongly, showcasing it as a crucial element and a driving force in the global textile sector. This transition will …

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EU and the Philippines move toward an FTA, with a focus on sustainability

EU and the Philippines move toward an FTA, with a focus on sustainability

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The European Union (EU) and the Philippines have stated their intention to work together to consider resuming discussions for a cutting-edge, fair, and sustainable free trade agreement (FTA). This bilateral “scoping process” aims to evaluate the level of agreement on the potential FTA. If successful, FTA talks between the EU and the Philippines can start …

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Global businesses release a sustainability law guide for the apparel industry

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Together with GIZ Fabric and Transformers Foundation, Epic Group, Norlanka, Shahi Exports, and Simple Approach have published a thorough report on sustainability-related legislation and its effects on garment suppliers and other stakeholders. The research seeks to offer insightful analysis and useful recommendations for businesses involved in the garment value chain, particularly those based or created …

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Organic Cotton can be included in the OEKO-TEX Standard 100: Hohenstein

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OEKO-TEX officially released its new Organic Cotton mark in April 2023. Hohenstein stated that textile firms whose goods have been certified with the OEKO-TEX Standard 100 can now have their certificates extended to an Organic Cotton certificate after verifying ecological manufacturing. “A combination with OEKO-TEX Made In Green is ideal,” said Ivonne Schramm, Hohenstein’s OEKO-TEX …

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