H&M accused of breaching ‘greenwashing’ laws after sustainability index credibility questioned
Authorities claim data from the Higg Index used to substantiate sustainability claims is misleading.
Kathmandu wins award for ‘groundbreaking’ biodegradable jacket
The company was one of the 23 winners for sports and outdoors products in the 2022 ISPO and the only recipient from Australasia
Former paper mill repurposed to convert recycled textiles into fiber for 100m t-shirts
With an estimated investment of US$420 million, the factory is expected to produce 30,000 metric tons of fiber each year – enough for about 100 million t-shirts.
11 ethical and eco-friendly fine jewellery brands in Europe
The growing global focus on sustainability in the fashion industry has raised awareness of the environmental impacts of jewellery.
Primark makes fresh sustainability commitments
The new strategy expands its existing pledges to offer consumers more sustainable clothing choices while keeping them at an affordable price.
Brands are leaning on ‘recycling’ clothing to meet sustainability goals. But recycling them is hard
Most clothing is simply not designed to be recycled. Even when it is, the fashion industry lacks the kind of infrastructure needed to really embrace a circular economy model.
This alt-leather is plant-based, fully biodegradable, and can be recycled infinitely
Mirium’s bio-leather is made from cork, natural rubber and soybean oil and dyed using coconut husk charcoal.
Italian group converts old fishing nets into bags and homewares
Risacca is a circular project that recycles fishing nets mostly from Mazara del Vallo, Italy’s fishing centre, transforming them into ethical fashion and sustainable design products.
How Bengalaru’s ‘informal’ waste pickers help a global brand achieve circularity
Informal waste pickers play a crucial role in waste management and a circular economy.
Ralph Lauren unveils first Cradle to Cradle certified product
American luxury giant Ralph Lauren unveiled its first Cradle to Cradle (C2C) certified product…
Adidas unveils sustainable Tennis Collection
The SS22 collection is designed to be functional on the court since the garment features Heat.RDY technology.
Baleaf Sports launches sustainable activewear
The products are sourced from biodegradable and recyclable materials.
Stella McCartney launches the world’s first luxury handbag made from mycelium
The Frayme Mylo is an addition to Stella McCartney’s series of sustainable lines, such as The Reclypse and Loop.
Mulberry debuts its first carbon-neutral collection
The Lily Zero collection is hailed by the brand as entirely carbon-neutral “from field to shop floor”
Price, sustainability and fashion can co-exist, says Alkam founder
“To me, fashion should be a combination of considered design, responsible business and conscious manufacturing.”