All CSR & Sustainability articles – Page 115
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ArticleSBTi approves eBay’s ambitious climate action goal
eBay Inc. continues its commitment to climate action by setting an ambitious greenhouse gas (GHG) target approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). eBay commits to reduce its own (scope 1 and scope 2) emissions by 90 percent by 2030 from a 2019 base year, in line with limiting ...
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ArticleMake the Label Count coalition aims to improve planned EU labeling directives
While the EU plans to introduce a sustainability label for clothing as part of its efforts to promote the circular economy and consumer protection, a group of experts and organizations – as part of the new Make the Label Count campaign, which was unveiled Oct. 13 – is working to ...
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News briefsCamelBak and Lifestraw collaborate, integrate Give Back charity program
Hydration specialists CamelBak and LifeStraw are launching the new “Eddy+ filtered by LifeStraw” collection that includes integrated water bottles, reservoirs and stand-alone filters. Using a new two-stage filtration technique, the filter can also be purchased as a stand-alone accessory or combined with a bottle or reservoir filtration kit. Sales from ...
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News briefsKlättermusen launches first urban lifestyle collection
Swedish outdoor brand Klättermusen has launched its first off-the-mountain collection, and it’s called just that: “Off The Mountain®”. The 8-piece collection includes technical products designed for before and after the tour and/or everyday use. As always, true to the brand’s motto for over 50 years that its products should impact ...
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ArticleRevolutionRace publishes first sustainability report after IPO
In its 2020/21 Annual and Sustainability Report, Swedish DTC brand RevolutionRace (RVRC) reports that it has performed strongly and profitably over the past fiscal year, with very positive growth in both new and existing markets. RVRC Holding AB, which went public on the Stockholm Nasdaq in June, posted strong results ...
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VF and WaterAid partner to vaccinate Cambodians
In an effort to protect workers’ health and keep the supply chain steady, VF is supporting the distribution of Covid-19 vaccines in Cambodia. VF’s Worker and Community Development program partnered with the nonprofit WaterAid to support the Cambodian government’s Covid-19 response plan rollout. More than 20,000 factory workers and 300,000 ...
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ArticleILO adopts first code of practice on safety and health in the supply chains
To provide a practical basis for employers, workers and governments to work together to advance occupational safety and health (OSH) prevention culture in the textile, clothing, leather and footwear manufacturing, the International Labour Organization (ILO) has worked out a code of practice on safety and health in textiles, clothing, leather ...
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News briefsDimension-Polyant switches to more sustainable fabrics
German fabric manufacturer Dimension-Polyant complements its VX series of pack laminates with the new RX line. The new offerings are climate-neutrally produced from cradle to gate with a varying share of recycled polyester fibers. To label its sustainable range of fabrics, the company has created the new “cleenTec” seal that ...
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ArticleVaude plans to be globally climate neutral next year
Source: Vaude Antje von Dewitz at the global climate demo in Friedrichshafen, Germany, on Sept. 24, 2021 Following the alarming conclusion of scientists in the recently published report of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, which states that without immediate drastic action, the 1.5-degree target can no ...
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News briefsThe North Face names European members of Explore Fund Council
Source: The North Face Members of the European Explore Fund council The North Face is setting up structures of the European branch of its Explore Fund Council, a new diversity and inclusion committee announced last year. The seven million dollar fund available is aimed to improve access ...
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ArticleDeuter with new sustainability strategy and “Promise Tour” across Germany
Following the motto “We take responsibility for a change for the better,” Deuter has unveiled a new sustainability strategy to clearly take responsibility for its own actions and their impact on people and nature. With the new “Deuter Promise,” the German backpack and sleeping bag specialist is ...
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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 ...
