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H&M Takes Steps to Adjust Prices to Reflect Bangladesh's Minimum Wage Increase

H&M Takes Steps to Adjust Prices to Reflect Bangladesh's Minimum Wage Increase

H&M leads the fashion industry by adjusting prices to reflect Bangladesh's 56% minimum wage increase, signaling a commitment to fair compensation for garment workers and addressing concerns in the labor-intensive sector.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|December 13th, 2024|8:21 PM
The Unintended Consequences of Biomass

The Unintended Consequences of Biomass

The launch of the Fashion Industry Charter for Climate Action has provided a promising avenue for holding the fashion industry accountable for reducing emissions.
Fashion Takes ActionFashion Takes Action
|April 25th, 2023|8:22 PM
C&A Joins Forces with Recover for a New Recycled Collection
Ethical Consumerism

C&A Joins Forces with Recover for a New Recycled Collection

German fashion retailer C&A has recently introduced an exciting new collection crafted from recycled cotton, a result of collaboration with the Spanish materials science company, Recover, showcasing C&A’s commitment to sustainability by utilizing textile waste.
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|May 9th, 2023|7:08 AM
Zalando Pioneers New Materials by Unveiling its ZIGN Collection
Sustainable Materials

Zalando Pioneers New Materials by Unveiling its ZIGN Collection

Zalando's ZIGN Studio Collection marks a shift towards material innovation, distinguished by its pioneering use of sustainable and recycled materials, including renewable wood pulp and bio-derived leather alternatives.
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|October 10th, 2023|5:17 PM
Why Fashion Brands Will Need to Adopt Digital Product Passports
Sustainability Governance

Why Fashion Brands Will Need to Adopt Digital Product Passports

As the EU has recently unveiled its circular apparel strategy, a noteworthy aspect of this strategy is the introduction of Digital Product Passports (DPPs), which will play a pivotal role in achieving these goals.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|May 9th, 2023|3:09 PM
Puma’s Efforts to Achieve a 100% Digitized Supply Chain

Puma’s Efforts to Achieve a 100% Digitized Supply Chain

This year, Puma has joined Zero100, a research service made up of some of the industry's top leaders to reduce carbon emissions from the supply chain by fully digitizing it.
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|April 26th, 2023|11:39 AM
Embracing Digital Transformation at PI Apparel Medellin 2023

Embracing Digital Transformation at PI Apparel Medellin 2023

PI Apparel Medellin 2023 brings together U.S. speakers and South American innovators to explore disruptive fashion technologies, redefining the future of the industry.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|September 26th, 2023|11:27 AM
How HKRITA and H&M Foundation’s reProLeather Will Transform Recycled Leather
Sustainable Materials

How HKRITA and H&M Foundation’s reProLeather Will Transform Recycled Leather

H&M Foundation and HKRITA are pioneering an innovative project to transform the environmental sustainability of recycled leather, addressing long-standing issues with traditional recycled leather.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|October 11th, 2023|11:57 AM
Adidas Partners with Rheon for Innovative Performance Apparel
Sustainable Materials

Adidas Partners with Rheon for Innovative Performance Apparel

Adidas' Adizero Control collection, featuring RHEON™ technology, redefines athletic apparel by minimizing energy wastage and enhancing running performance through innovative, patented materials.
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|September 26th, 2023|12:47 PM
Tapestry Partners with the Ellen MacArthur Foundation to Support Circularity

Tapestry Partners with the Ellen MacArthur Foundation to Support Circularity

Realizing the importance of transitioning to a circular economy, Tapestry has recently joined the Ellen MacArthur Foundation’s Network and Fashion Initiative Advisory Board to enhance circularity in fashion.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|April 17th, 2023|10:23 AM