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Luxe Pack highlights packaging psychology and sustainability trends
Estée Lauder’s chief sustainability officer and other speakers shared their perspectives on upcoming trends in the cosmetics and luxury packaging sectors.
By Hayley Lind • June 5, 2024 -
Renewcell lands buyer, will operate under new name
Following bankruptcy, the Circulose maker was acquired by Sweden-based investment firm Altor in a move to help the company “thrive on a global scale.”
By Laurel Deppen • June 5, 2024 -
2 major EU sustainability and human rights regulations signed into law
The rules, which ban destruction of unsold textiles among other things, aim to redefine product standards and promote sustainability.
By Lauren Schenkman • June 4, 2024 -
Study questions reports of clothing waste in Ghana
The findings contradict widespread claims of secondhand textile disposal challenges at the Kantamanto market in Accra, Ghana.
By Lauren Schenkman • June 3, 2024 -
White House looks to bolster carbon market credibility
The Biden administration released new principles for responsibly participating in voluntary carbon markets in what was called a “pragmatic step” by the CEO of carbon data platform Sylvera.
By Lamar Johnson • May 31, 2024 -
Mytheresa and Vestiaire Collective expand partnership
The luxury digital platform will allow all customers in Europe and the U.S. to receive store credit when they sell their pre-worn designer goods.
By Lara Ewen • May 29, 2024 -
Mara Hoffman puts namesake brand on hold
The 2023 CFDA Environmental Sustainability award-winner cited challenges with creating eco-friendly fashion.
By Lara Ewen • May 21, 2024 -
Q&A
Regulations could improve ESG in fashion, but Worldly exec says it’s not enough
James Schaffer said recent mandates that require companies to disclose financial and environmental risks are a bellwether of the industry’s future.
By Laurel Deppen • May 15, 2024 -
California Gov. Newsom says climate bills are ‘funded’ in his revised state budget
The governor’s original budget proposal for 2024-2025 left out funding needed to implement climate disclosure bills SB 253 and SB 261 — an omission met with much criticism.
By Zoya Mirza • May 15, 2024 -
EU adopts CSRD reporting delay, gives non-EU companies until 2026 to comply
Exempted companies will now have more time to focus on the implementation of broader sustainability reporting requirements before they start observing sector-specific standards.
By Zoya Mirza • May 9, 2024 -
Cascale’s new CEO is approaching the role as a mission
Colin Browne, most recently of Under Armour, was appointed shortly after the nonprofit coalition's rebrand.
By Laurel Deppen • May 7, 2024 -
Better Cotton audits farms it previously certified following deforestation investigation
Watchdog Earthsight called the certifier’s audit “so flawed as to be almost worthless.”
By Laurel Deppen • May 1, 2024 -
Reformation reports spike in direct emissions, misses 2023 carbon intensity target
The apparel company known for pioneering sustainable practices said it aims to slash its scope 1 and 2 emissions by 42% by 2030, compared to a 2021 baseline.
By Zoya Mirza • April 29, 2024 -
Human rights and environmental legislation approved by European Parliament
The Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive holds companies and supply chain partners accountable for ESG compliance.
By Lauren Schenkman • April 25, 2024 -
Eileen Fisher hosts inaugural resale e-commerce ‘Earth Day Takeover’
The company’s Renew program directed online shoppers toward pre-worn garments rather than new ones as part of a larger take-back initiative.
By Lara Ewen • April 22, 2024 -
Nuuly releases capsule collection made from its retired inventory
The 10-piece line was created in collaboration with Zero Waste Daniel, a designer known for making items from pre-consumer waste.
By Laurel Deppen • April 19, 2024 -
Asics creates a circular shoe, returns program
The sporting goods company designed a shoe ready to undergo recycling at the end of its use.
By Xanayra Marin-Lopez • April 19, 2024 -
Cotton used by H&M and Zara linked to illegal deforestation: report
A year-long investigation by nonprofit Earthsight found that fiber certified by ethical supply chain organization Better Cotton was grown on "stolen" and "deforested" land in Brazil.
By Lauren Schenkman • April 18, 2024 -
DHS unveils ‘enhanced strategy’ to fight illicit trade in textile industry
The plan includes cracking down on small shipments that fall under the de minimis exemption and benefit fast fashion giants such as Shein and Temu.
By Lauren Schenkman • April 11, 2024 -
‘It’s important to get going’: How fashion is navigating the many complexities of sustainability
Understanding supply chains is key to both regulatory compliance and scaling solutions, executives said at an American Apparel & Footwear Association’s event.
By Ben Unglesbee • April 10, 2024 -
Majority of brands won’t meet their emissions goals: report
About two-thirds of fashion businesses are behind on their own decarbonization schedules, according to a new analysis from McKinsey.
By Lauren Schenkman • April 9, 2024 -
Lululemon launches recycled polyester anorak
The packable outerwear is made with mixed plastic waste, converted carbon emissions and the activewear brand’s old apparel.
By Laurel Deppen • April 3, 2024 -
Vestiaire Collective relaunches vintage category
The resale platform’s Archive Room includes more than 250,000 items, and the company plans to roll out monthly themed curation events.
By Lara Ewen • April 1, 2024 -
Fashion fails to keep ‘grandiose promises’ on sustainability, human rights: report
Major brands haven’t improved their practices compared to last year, according to the 2024 Remake Fashion Accountability Report.
By Lauren Schenkman • March 29, 2024 -
Q&A
Renewcell exec on what led to bankruptcy, what’s next
Tricia Carey said as the company seeks a buyer, its inventory of pulp and fiber is still available.
By Laurel Deppen • March 28, 2024