In the fight against climate change, science-based targets are the benchmark for companies and organisations Climate change is an urgent issue. Consumers, governments, and even companies are increasingly aware of the need to do something about it. That is why many businesses are investing in ESG commitments, or environmental, social, and governance practices. There...

How new farming methods and eco-friendly materials are can help create a fashion that gives back What is regenerative fashion? Regenerative fashion is a form of sustainable fashion, which focuses on producing garments that not only have minimal impact on the natural environment but also work to restore and replenish it. While sustainable fashion...

Managing the end of the product life cycle is a thorny issue that fashion brands must somehow begin to consider. In a market where customers are increasingly aware of the environmental impact of their purchasing choices, with institutions pressing for manufacturers to become more responsible, the fashion industry must find solutions to better manage...

We all know more or less what sustainability may be, but distinguishing it in fashion is not always easy. The fashion industry is one of the largest contributors to global sustainability issues. With a large part of global emissions coming from the production and consumption of clothing, sustainability has become a necessity in the...

The sharing economy is bringing great changes to all industries, including fashion A lot has been said about the sharing economy in recent years, lauded as a way to make use of idle resources and make money by connecting people who need something with those who have it.It's no secret that it has been...

The net-zero challenge is an opportunity for fashion brands to reduce their carbon footprint and create more sustainable products Last year Burberry became the first luxury fashion company to see its net-zero emissions target approved by the SBTi, the Science Based Targets initiative.  SBTi is a partnership between CDP (ex-Carbon Disclosure Project), UN Global...

The Slow Fashion movement is a new conscious way of consuming

The length of a supply chain impacts on how much waste and pollution a company produces.  McKinsey reported that most of the environmental impact associated with the consumer sector is embedded in the supply chain. In particular, 80% of greenhouse gas emissions are in the supply chain. However, consumer focus on sustainability and institutional...

Triple Bottom Line helps companies reconcile sustainability and profitability According to the European Commission, sustainable development means "meeting the needs of the present whilst ensuring future generations can meet their own needs". To do so, companies must consider not only the economic aspects of their activity but also the environmental and social ones. This...

Secondary raw materials are an incredible resource for fashion brands interested in sustainability In a world where the fashion industry is constantly under pressure to be more sustainable, secondary raw materials are becoming an increasingly important part of the equation. What are SRMs? And what benefits do they bring to fashion companies? Secondary Raw...