All CSR & Sustainability articles – Page 3
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ArticleAlchemie claims major water savings in dyeing
Alchemie Technology says third-party validated testing of its Endeavour digital dyeing platform demonstrated water reductions of up to 92% compared to conventional textile dyeing methods, highlighting the growing industry push toward lower-impact production technologies.
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ArticleOutdoor brands spotlight volunteering and community action
Ahead of Germany’s Bundesehrentag on May 23, several outdoor organizations and brands are using volunteer projects, clean-up initiatives and environmental activism platforms to strengthen local communities and encourage more direct engagement with nature conservation.
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News briefsTextiles Recycling Expo USA exceeds expectations in Charlotte debut
The first-ever Textiles Recycling Expo USA brought nearly 1,900 attendees, major brands and recycling specialists to Charlotte, underlining growing momentum behind circular textile infrastructure in North America.
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News briefsYKK joins ZDHC as signatory supplier
YKK has joined the ZDHC supplier program, aligning its chemical management strategy more closely with industry-wide standards for hazardous chemical elimination and supply chain transparency.
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ArticleCotton Incorporated publishes ISO-reviewed US cotton LCA
A new independently reviewed life cycle assessment from Cotton Incorporated uses primary grower data from 753 farms across 17 states to establish a science-based environmental baseline for US cotton fiber production
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ArticleISPO launches independent €1m Impact Foundation
The sports and outdoor trade show is expanding its sustainability ambitions with the launch of an independent grant-making foundation focused on environmental protection and inclusive outdoor participation.
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OpinionNo Excuses: The Outdoor Impact Summit that opened the European Outdoor Week
In his latest piece, Charles Ross reflects on the Outdoor Impact Summit that opened European Outdoor Week in Riva del Garda, highlighting stronger collaboration, sharper debate around sustainability and a growing demand for measurable action instead of industry rhetoric.
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News briefsHyosung advances bio-spandex scaling strategy
The South Korean textile supplier used the Global Fashion Summit in Copenhagen to highlight its nearly $1 billion investment in industrial-scale bio-based spandex production.
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News briefsLeave No Trace launches America 250 public lands campaign
The nonprofit organization has partnered with the US Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management to provide free educational resources promoting responsible outdoor recreation ahead of America’s 250th anniversary.
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News briefsGrangers accelerates US expansion with Obviouslee partnership
The British aftercare specialist is strengthening its US presence as demand grows for PFAS-free and performance-focused gear care products.
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ArticleProject Rewear questions limits of textile circularity
A new Project Rewear study argues that most discarded clothing remains wearable, but economics and overproduction continue to undermine circularity efforts.
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News briefsSamsara Eco expands nylon recycling collective
The circular materials specialist is broadening its recycled nylon initiative with major outdoor brands and the Outdoor Industry Association to accelerate adoption of circular performance materials.
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ArticleHoudini strengthens growth strategy with key hires
The Swedish outdoor brand is reinforcing its international growth ambitions with two senior appointments focused on brand development and direct-to-consumer expansion.
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ArticleIcebug promotes “coolcations” in Sweden
The Swedish outdoor brand is encouraging consumers to reconsider traditional Mediterranean summer holidays in favor of local, nature-based travel experiences.
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ArticleTapeless zipper technology targets lower-impact production
Zipper technology developer NoTape will present a tape-free zipper construction at European Outdoor Week in Riva del Garda, positioning it as a new approach to sustainable component design.
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ArticlePatagonia brings Worn Wear repair services to Riva
Patagonia’s Worn Wear repair team will provide free clothing repairs during European Outdoor Week as part of its ongoing circularity initiative.
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News briefsOrtovox retains Fair Wear leader status
The German mountain sports specialist improved its latest Fair Wear performance score through new supplier management and transparency measures.
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News briefsWoom launches branded resale platform
The Austrian children’s bike brand is expanding its circularity strategy with a dedicated resale marketplace in North America.
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ArticleIndustrial-scale polyester textile recycling validated
The partners successfully processed post-consumer polyester textiles into recycled monomers for new textile production.
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ArticleProducts of Change partners with Worldly
The collaboration aims to simplify sustainability reporting and improve data interoperability for the global licensing industry.
