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Ganni's Co-Founder Explores the Frontiers of Material Innovation
Ganni's Nicolaj Reffstrup champions game-changing "carbon-negative cellulosic textile," developed with Rubi, a biotech start-up supported by H&M and Patagonia, signaling a greener path for the fashion industry.
|August 10th, 2023|11:29 AM
Amazon and Kohl's, Inc. Grapple with SBTi Emissions Targets
Amazon and Kohl's face a pivotal challenge in aligning their sustainability pledges with stringent science-based emissions targets, amidst a broader struggle among global corporations, raising concerns about potential non-compliance consequences.
|August 10th, 2023|9:42 AM
Sustainability Standards News
GOTS Commences OECD Assessment to Propel Sustainablility in the Textile Industry
The Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) initiates OECD alignment assessment process to propel sustainable practices in the textile industry.
|August 9th, 2023|2:59 PM
Sustainable Materials
Newlight Technologies Secures $125 Million to Propel Nike and Target Towards Zero Fossil-Based Plastics
Newlight Technologies is leveraging decarbonization technology to convert greenhouse gasses into versatile AirCarbon materials via microorganisms for Target, Nike, and H&M.
|August 8th, 2023|6:38 AM
Stella McCartney Earns SBTi Approval for Ambitious Climate Targets
Stella McCartney achieves SBTi approval for ambitious climate targets, reinforcing its leadership in sustainable fashion and commitment to combating climate change.
|August 3rd, 2023|12:20 PM
Sustainable Materials
The Economics of Sustainable Packaging: Striking the Balance Between Ecology and Commerce
Taking place in Amsterdam on 14-15 November 2023, the Sustainable Packaging Summit by Packaging Europe will serve as a pivotal gathering of key stakeholders and decision-makers.
|August 2nd, 2023|12:07 PM
Sustainability Standards News
Bluesign and ZDHC Unite: Advancing to the “Progressive” Level
Bluesign-certified formulators achieve provisional approval for ZDHC's "progressive level", transforming chemical formulations in the textile industry towards sustainability.
|August 1st, 2023|8:56 PM
Sustainability Standards News
Cotton Made in Africa Achieves Full Implementation of Latest Criteria Across Supply Chain
Cotton Made in Africa successfully implements sustainable cotton production criteria and requirements across its members, emphasizing environmental responsibility, social welfare, and economic prosperity, contributing to a greener and more sustainable cotton value chain.
|August 1st, 2023|2:31 PM
The U.K.´s New Program to Revolutionize Textile Recycling and Reduce Waste
England's 'Maximizing Resources, Minimising Waste' program aims to transform the textile industry through an extended producer responsibility scheme, product life extension, material diversion, and the promotion of a robust textile recycling industry.
|July 31st, 2023|2:54 PM
Sustainability Standards News
Better Cotton Expands its Program in Egypt
Better Cotton’s alliance with the Cotton Egypt Association aims to extend the reach of the Better Cotton program to the fertile lands of Egypt.
|July 26th, 2023|12:32 PM
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Caixabank Group, the First Bank in Spain to Receive the Aenor Sustainable Finances Certification for Asset Management
The new certification is the first on the market to endorse the entire investment process of financial asset management firms under ESG criteria (Environmental, Social and Governance).
|December 21st, 2021|12:09 PM
Sustainable Suppliers News
Cargill Plans to Build New Palm Oil Refinery in Lampung, Indonesia, to Meet Growing Demand for Sustainable, Traceable Edible Palm Oil
US$200 million project to fully integrate Cargill’s palm supply chain and ensure sustainable product volumes for future growth
|December 21st, 2021|12:07 PM
Sustainability Governance
USDA Announces Efforts to Promote Transparency in Product of the USA Labeling
The United States Department of Agriculture is set to review its labeling system after the Federal Trade Commission issued a ruling that would make "Made in the USA" labeling more specific.
|November 30th, 2021|9:22 PM
Sustainability Governance
Leonardo at the Top in Anti-Corruption. “Anti-Bribery Management Systems” Certification Confirmed
Leonardo has been re-certified as compliant with the ISO 37001:2016 standard, recognising the Company’s commitment to anti-corruption, its targeted risk assessment, stringent internal controls and awareness-raising campaigns
|November 30th, 2021|9:22 PM
Sustainable Suppliers News
Leading the Way on Corporate Transparency: Nestlé’s Latest Report on Breastmilk Substitutes Marketing Practices
Nestlé published today its annual compliance report on its Policy on the responsible marketing of breastmilk substitutes. The report is based on compliance monitoring activities and virtual audits undertaken in the context of the global pandemic in 2020.
|November 29th, 2021|3:27 PM