All CSR & Sustainability articles – Page 11
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ArticleAll of Switzerland covered by Recco SAR helicopter detector system
Recco reports that four SAR helicopter detectors are now in operation throughout Switzerland at sites in Zermatt, Sion, Samedan and Lauterbrunnen. The last two detectors were put into operation earlier this year. The Recco SAR helicopter detector in Samedan is operated by HeliBernina, while the one in Lauterbrunnen is operated ...
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News briefsOrtlieb has a new solution for reducing waste
To reduce off-cut waste, German company Ortlieb is now expanding what it has called a successful pilot project. Its Care-Bags – unique shoulder bags made from outdoor or cycling bags with errors in the production process that would otherwise have been discarded – are now available from the brand’s website ...
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ArticleEOG project is targeting half a billion kilograms of CO2 emissions
The European Outdoor Group (EOG) has published an update on its long-term Carbon Reduction Project. Working with the Apparel Impact Institute (AII) and ten EOG members, the project team completed an audit of 16 manufacturing facilities and established that their combined CO2 emissions totaled almost half a billion kilograms in ...
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News briefsCarbios strengthens its leadership team
Source: Carbios Bénédicte Garbil French biotech firm Carbios has announced the appointment of Bénédicte Garbil as Senior Vice President of Corporate Affairs and Sustainability. She also joins the group’s executive committee. Garbil began her career as a public affairs advisor at the French Federation of Healthcare Industries ...
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ArticleDeuter receives “Green Button 2.0” certification
Among other measures, backpack and sleeping bag expert Deuter from Germany has been effectively and sustainably implementing the environmental and social standards of the “Grüner Knopf” (Green Button) directly and along the value chains since 2021 as part of its responsible business practices. Now, the company has gone through another ...
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News briefsEOCA kicks off Green Friday campaign
The European Outdoor Conservation Association (EOCA) is once again inviting companies in the outdoor industry to take part in the antidote to Black Friday, Green Friday, and raise money to help fund EOCA projects. Green Friday is Nov. 24 this year. Instead of discounting products and encouraging impulse purchases that ...
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News briefsHeiQ AeoniQ joins Canopy initiative
HeiQ AeoniQ has become an active brand partner of the Canopy initiative, which addresses the climate and biodiversity crises by committing to keep ancient and endangered forests out of the man-made cellulosic fiber supply chain. HeiQ AeoniQ is HeiQ’s key initiative to support textile brands and mills to achieve their ...
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News briefsCocona Labs becomes member of The Conservation Alliance
Cocona Labs, the manufacturer of 37.5® Technology, has joined The Conservation Alliance. Cocona Labs’ membership dues directly support conservation efforts and advocate for protected lands. Cocona Labs is one of the few material suppliers to join the organization and is committed to encouraging more suppliers to actively participate in sustainability ...
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News briefsBASF and Asahi Kasei team up on sustainable stretch fibers
BASF has announced that it is supplying biomass-balanced tetrahydrofuran (THF BMB) to the ROICA division of Asahi Kasei Corp., a multinational Japanese company. BASF’s THF BMB is said to offer a significant reduction in product carbon footprint compared to its standard grade of THF products, according to BASF. This is ...
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SponsoredThe Sustainability Hub at ISPO Munich is growing and delivering new perspectives
From designing for circularity to engaging with conscious users, here’s what you can expect to find at the Sustainability Hub at ISPO Munich 2023.
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SponsoredA circular solution for the footwear industry
Discover the world’s first biodegradable and industrially compostable comfort and performance foam technology for footwear
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SponsoredHow the GORE-TEX brand wants to extend the life of its products
Our interview explores Gore’s commitment to extending product life, consumer education campaigns, and the newly launched GORE-TEX Gear Tour.
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SponsoredPolartec introduces performance fabrics made with Biolon:
Nylon just got betterPolartec has upgraded two of its most iconic existing product platforms, setting a new standard for sustainability in functional fabrics.
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News briefsStio commits to eliminating PFAS by 2025
Jackson Hole-based technical outerwear brand Stio is the next outdoor company to commit to eliminating PFAS, also known as per- and polyfluorinated chemicals or “forever chemicals.” With the launch of its FW23/24 collection, Stio is already making progress toward its goal, with more than half of its current collection manufactured ...
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ArticleC.A.M.P. presents ESG roadmap
Source: C.A.M.P. Italian outdoor safety company C.A.M.P. has unveiled its social and environmental responsibility program. “We call it ‘Responsible Evolution,’ recalling the ‘Evolutionary’ claim we introduced with our rebranding,” commented President Eddy Codega. “Adopting an ESG agenda is a new challenge for us, more in form than ...
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ArticleFirst products with mass-produced brewed protein fiber
On Sept. 29, a total of 17 products using Spiber’s next-generation Brewed Protein™ fiber were released as part of the FW2023 collection from four brands: Goldwin, The North Face (TNF), Nanamica and Woolrich. The collection is the first mass-produced garment to be sold on a large scale since Spiber’s Thai ...
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News briefsFive purpose-driven brands collab to protect Alaskan native land
Zeal Optics, Weston, Smartwool, Pret and MountainFlow Eco-Wax have joined forces with Tlingit artist Crystal Worl of Trickster Company to form the Haa Aaní Alliance and launch a collection of goggles, skis, snowboards, socks and accessories featuring Worl’s artwork, with proceeds benefiting three non-profit organizations: Yukon Salmon, Wild Salmon Center ...
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News briefsOsprey continues its sustainability efforts
Osprey, a Helen of Troy brand, is introducing its first backpacks made with 100 percent ocean-based or ocean-bound plastics as the primary material – the new Daylite™ Earth and the updated Talon Earth™. Overall, Osprey reports that it will have achieved nearly all of its Phase 1 sustainability goals by ...
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ArticleOdlo launches expanded ReWear concept, opens flagship in Zurich
Source: Odlo ReWear Swiss functional apparel manufacturer Odlo announced the launch of Odlo ReWear, a new, expanded initiative by the company to support the circular economy. Garments that would otherwise be discarded will now be given a second life, which enables the company to help reduce waste. ...
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News briefsDecathlon Belgium introduces subscription service for kids’ bikes
Decathlon Belgium is launching a new bicycle subscription service for children up to 12 years old. The sporting goods retailer makes available for rent 53 models of bicycles for children of that age that are also sold in its stores. This will allow children to use a bike that grows ...
