All CSR & Sustainability articles – Page 111
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News briefsKari Traa launches campaign and movement against inequality
Sharing stories from real women from the outdoor industry, the new “girls will be girls” campaign initialized by Kari Traa intends to encourage women to change the rules and fight to decrease the global gender gap. The kick-off video (see below) will be followed by more footage, showing women like ...
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News briefsAdidas rolls out resale program
Adidas’ new “Choose to Give Back” resale program, which leverages thredUP’s Resale-as-a-Service® (RaaS®) platform and expertise, allows consumers to send used products from any brand to Adidas for reuse or resale via the Adidas Creators Club App. The program – part of the company’s efforts to promote a circular product ...
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ArticleCake supports anti-poaching teams in Africa
Source: Cake African rangers on Cake Kalk AP e-motorcycles Cake, the Swedish electric motorcycle manufacturer and member of Scandinavian Outdoor Group (SOG), has successfully delivered the first batch of electric anti-poaching bush bikes to Africa. The quiet and powerful Kalk AP e-motorcycles have been delivered to rangers ...
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Dometic introduces new recycled material for camping products
To offer its environmentally-conscious customers lower-impact choices, Dometic has introduced the new material Redux, a lightweight polyester, made from 100 percent recycled plastic bottles with Global Recycled Standard (GRS) certification. As a start, the new material will be used for the production of a new RV awning and some camping ...
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PrimaLoft to save up to 70% carbon emissions with updated P.U.R.E. technology
PrimaLoft has launched an updated version of its PrimaLoft P.U.R.E. (“Produced Using Reduced Emissions”) technology. Using proprietary technology, P.U.R.E. is now said to further reduce carbon emissions by up to 70 percent. Three new products featuring the latest version of PrimaLoft’s P.U.R.E. manufacturing technology will be launched in 2022 and ...
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News briefsHaglöfs Restored second hand collection goes live
Partnering with recycling service specialist The Renewal Workshop (TRW), Swedish outdoor brand Haglöfs has now officially launched its second-hand concept Haglöfs Restored. The collection of used gear and apparel is inspected, washed and restored up to standards before being resold. The Renewal workshop has its facilities in ...
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Tickets for Climate Action Summit on sale now
As of Monday, Oct. 4, tickets can be purchased for virtual participation in the Climate Action Summit on Nov. 24. The event offers inspiring presentations, discussions and the opportunity to exchange ideas and network with renowned representatives from business and science on the topic of climate protection. Customers of the ...
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News briefsKeen launches sneakers made from agricultural waste
Footwear brand Keen has unveiled a proprietary manufacturing process that uses agricultural waste to create the industry’s first sneakers with plant-based soles made without chemical solvents. The “Field to Foot” (F2F) sneakers are part of the Detox The Planet initiative and were developed by the Keen Advanced Concepts team. The ...
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ArticleGore-Tex unveils new ePE membrane
W. L. Gore & Associates has announced that the consumer business of its Gore Fabrics Division will introduce the use of expanded polyethylene (ePE) as a new complementary material platform that will serve as the basis for its membrane technologies. The new ePE laminates (membrane and DWR treatments) are PFC-free ...
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News briefsVibram’s “Repair if you care” campaign continues
Vibram’s “Repair if you care” campaign, which focuses on the concept of reuse and repair as a sustainable approach, is entering a second round. The company, for which repair has played a central role for the past 80 years, underlines in it once again the importance of reprocessing shoes and ...
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News briefsVF Foundation announces $5.5 million in community investments
The VF Foundation, the private grantmaking organization funded by VF Corp, announced that it has donated $5.5 million to 60 organizations worldwide this year. Grant recipients were selected based on their innovative contributions to creating a more equitable and sustainable future. Of the total $5.5 million awarded, nearly $3 million ...
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ArticleEOCA partners with Business for Nature global coalition
By joining Business for Nature, a global coalition bringing together forward-thinking companies and conservation organizations, the European Outdoor Conservation Association (EOCA) wants to encourage businesses to act now to reverse nature loss and advocate for greater policy ambition. The coalition is aiming to amplify business voices calling for governments during ...
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News briefsBergans releases second edition of futurelabs.anorak from Collection of Tomorrow
Bergans has released a new edition of the Bergans.futurelabs.anorak, which sold out almost immediately after its first launch in February. The new 05.D anorak features a new fabric by Spinnova, Bergans and Halley Stevenson and the bright new color “Wake up Orange.” For all who buy the new anorak, ...
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News briefsPatagonia supports global climate strike on Sept. 24
This Friday, Sept. 24, youth activists and engaged citizens worldwide will strike to demand climate justice. Patagonia supports the protest to put pressure on world leaders and ensure attention is paid to the people who are already experiencing the worst effects of the climate crisis firsthand. Source: Patagonia ...
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News briefsLenzing expands Tencel-branded fibers to new Refibra upcycling technology
Celebrating the first anniversary of the launch of carbon-zero Tencel™ branded fibers, Austrian Lenzing Group announced the expansion of carbon-zero Tencel branded fibers to Refibra™ technology to address the growing industry demand around circular fashion and carbon neutrality. The first carbon-zero Tencel branded Lyocell and Modal fibers, which launched last ...
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News briefsPatagonia and Natural Fiber Welding reaffirm commitment to sustainable materials
Natural Fiber Welding (NFW), a U.S.-based company that develops technologies based on the sustainable use of plants and natural fibers to create durable textiles, and Patagonia announced their collaboration and shared commitment to developing and disseminating circular solutions in textiles. The partners said that with Patagonia’s support, NFW would continue ...
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News briefsBerghaus launches major tree planting commitment
Berghaus has committed to planting two million trees each year through The Good Wood Project. The newly launched initiative is part of the company’s overall goal to achieve net-zero emissions by 2030, in a sustainable and multi-faceted effort to reduce and offset the environmental impact of its business activities. The ...
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News briefsKeen launches bonus program for social commitment
Keen has launched the “Keen Corps” program, a bonus program for voluntary work, donations to non-profit organizations and purchases. With the loyalty program, the company aims to reward those who give back to the community. Registered customers can earn points in exchange for access to exclusive products and events. Individual ...
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News briefsTrek Group presents 2021 sustainability report
Trek Group has unveiled its plan to combat the global climate crisis. The Sustainability and Corporate Responsibility Report 2021 summarizes the goals the U.S. bicycle company (Bontrager, Diamant, Electra, Trek brands) has set to reduce its global footprint and environmental impact. According to Trek Group, a bicycle manufacturer is committed ...
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News briefsVF and Redress announce winner of 2021 sustainable design competition
VF Corp. continued its three-year partnership with environmental organization Redress by announcing the winner of the 2021 Redress Design Award, the world’s largest sustainable fashion design competition. Ten finalists from the U.S., U.K., Germany, India and Greater China participated in virtual events held Sept. 1-11. The event included educational challenges ...
