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"Ethical Fashion" News Archive
Ethical Consumerism
Threads of Tradition: Indigenous Fashion’s Timeless Commitment to Sustainability
Here is FTA’s round up of Indigenous designers from across Canada you should know about:
|June 26th, 2023|1:50 PM
Primark Has Joined the UN Fashion Charter
Primark commits to reducing GHG emissions by 30% and addresses emissions throughout its value chain while prioritizing shipping over air freighting.
|June 28th, 2023|12:52 PM
Zara Canada Faces Investigation Amid Claims of Uyghur Forced Labor in China
Zara Canada finds itself under scrutiny as investigations unfold regarding troubling allegations of Uyghur forced labor within its Chinese supply chain.
|November 9th, 2023|12:53 PM
Sustainable Materials
Ganni Revolutionizes Material Innovation with “Clothes from Carbon”
The Danish fashion brand Ganni is leading the way by showcasing samples and being the first to trial fabrics made with Rubi Lab’s groundbreaking lyocell yarn.
|June 28th, 2023|11:31 AM
Sustainable Materials
GANNI's 'Fabrics of The Future' Initiative Elevates Sustainable Fashion with cycora® by Ambercycle
Danish brand GANNI has partnered with Ambercycle for its 'Fabrics of the Future' initiative by incorporating cycora®, a regenerated polyester, into its SPORT collection.
|January 24th, 2024|3:12 PM
VF Corp Launches CTI Fashion Initiative for Circular Economy in Fashion and Textiles
Known for brands like The North Face, Timberland, and Vans, VF Corp has partnered with WBCSD and Deloitte Switzerland to launch the CTI Fashion Initiative.
|July 3rd, 2023|11:46 AM
Sustainability Governance
Fashion Industry Lags in Meeting Crucial 2030 Water and Climate Goals
Two years into the commitment to halve emissions by 2030, major fashion brands, including ASOS and Primark, have achieved only a 2% reduction, as revealed by NGO WRAP's recent report on the Textiles 2030 initiative.
|November 15th, 2023|3:13 PM
Sustainability Standards News
How Fashion Brands and Retailers could accelerate Forest-Positive MMCF Sourcing
PEFC Launches New Whitepaper: “Enhancing Sustainability through Forest-Positive MMCF
Sourcing. A Guide for Fashion Brands and Retailers"
|July 10th, 2023|1:09 PM
Ethical Consumerism
Vestiaire Collective Takes Bold Action Against Fast Fashion to Drive Sustainable Change
Vestiaire Collective strives to combat the environmental and social repercussions of the fashion industry by raising awareness about textile waste and overconsumption, urging industry-wide transformation.
|November 20th, 2023|2:12 PM
Sustainable Suppliers News
Nike and Levi's Recognized for Responsible Wool Sourcing Methods
Levi Strauss & Co,Nike, Adidas, and VF Corp, are strengthening their commitments to phase out mulesing through the “Better Wool Guide”.
|July 11th, 2023|4:40 PM
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Sustainable Suppliers News
H&M Says You Can Compost its New Line of Baby Clothes
The global retailer is coming out with a new line of baby clothes that can be recycled in an unexpected way once they're worn out — composting.
|August 1st, 2022|3:46 PM
Sustainable Suppliers News
LaBante London: How Animal Suffering Inspired A Leading Female Vegan Entrepreneur
This luxury designer produces 100% vegan bags, wallets, and accessories that are sustainably and ethically produced. Its bags are available in practical, cross body bags, to clutches.
|April 11th, 2022|7:06 PM