All CSR & Sustainability articles – Page 51
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ArticleThule’s sustainability targets confirmed
The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) promotes ambitious climate protection measures in the private sector by allowing companies to set science-based targets for reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Thule Group’s targets for Net-zero have now been approved by the organization. This is an important endorsement of the company’s sustainability ambitions. In ...
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ArticleRenewcell files for bankruptcy
After the Swedish textile recycler postponed its annual report for the second time for economic reasons, the Board of Directors decided on Feb. 25 to file for bankruptcy of Re:NewCell AB (Renewcell). The bankruptcy petition will be filed with the Stockholm District Court. The reason for the decision to file ...
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News briefsRenewcell expands its Circulose Supplier Setwork
Renewcell, the Swedish textile-to-textile recycler, has announced that 35 new members have joined its Circulose Supplier Network, now totaling 151 members, including spinners, weavers, textile mills, garment manufacturers and more. The latest cohort comprises suppliers with vertical operations (10), yarn spinners (16), garment manufacturers (4), and home and denim textile ...
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Article‘No air freight,’ says Icebug – and has good reason for it
Swedish footwear manufacturer Icebug has spoken out against air freight in an open letter – despite the current transportation challenges in the Red Sea. The owner-managed company had already set itself the goal of reducing CO2 emissions by at least half by 2030. To achieve this goal, it is essential ...
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News briefsMontane publishes first Impact Report
As part of its commitment to reduce its environmental impact, outdoor clothing specialist Montane has just released its “2023 Impact Report.” The company said that from now on, it will publish these reports annually. The report highlights Montane’s initiatives in three key areas: People, Product, and Planet. Montane’s journey to ...
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News briefsGlobetrotter launches Germany-wide second-hand buyback day
Instead of focusing on new purchases at the start of the season, the Hamburg-based outdoor retail chain Globetrotter is focusing on sustainable consumption and giving used goods a second chance: from hardware to clothing, all 22 adventure and city stores in Germany will be accepting used outdoor equipment on March ...
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News briefsInfinited Fiber faces layoffs as part of its restructuring efforts
Finland-based textile technology specialist Infinited Fiber has adjusted its cost and organizational structure as part of its restructuring efforts. According to the company, the negotiations, which have now been completed, have resulted in both temporary layoffs among the staff of Infinited Fiber Company Oy and Infinited Fiber Kemi Oy and ...
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ArticleBalena and For Ever collaborate on circular footwear
Balena’s collaboration with For Ever, one of the world’s largest outsole makers, marks a significant stride toward circularity in the footwear industry. The groundbreaking partnership, set to be unveiled at Lineapelle-Italy on February 20th, signals a pivotal moment in sustainable shoe manufacturing.
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News briefsE-snowmobile experiences in Wyoming
Source: FLO FLO powers electric-snowmobiles for Off-Grid Experiences in Wyoming FLO, a North American electric vehicle (EV) charging network operator and a smart charging solutions provider, and Off-Grid Experiences Jackson Hole, a Wyoming-based outdoor adventure company, are offering (and powering) „green” winter adventures in the great American ...
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ArticleArchive and ACS partner to make resale profitable in the UK
Archive, a San Francisco Bay Area-based brand resale technology platform, has announced its partnership with Advanced Clothing Solutions (ACS), a UK-based center for circular and sustainable fashion fulfillment. Together, they will offer apparel, footwear, outdoor, and luxury brands the cleaning, repair and fulfillment of secondhand items on a branded resale ...
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ArticleNuyarn certified by Responsible Wool Standard
Nuyarn, a performance wool product whose spinning technology releases the natural performance characteristics of the Merino wool fiber twisted out by traditional spinning methods, is now fully certified to the Responsible Wool Standard (RWS) by Textile Exchange. According to the manufacturer, TMC Ltd in New Zealand, Nuyarn is characterized by ...
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ArticlePatagonia CEO joins The B Team
The B Team announced the addition of Ryan Gellert, CEO of Patagonia. The group of global business and civil society leaders was co-founded by Richard Branson (founder of the Virgin Group) and Jochen Zeitz (President, CEO and Chair of Harley-Davidson, Inc.) in 2013. These leaders come together united in the ...
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News briefsCarbios partners with De Smet on construction of PET biorecycling plant
Carbios, a French company specializing in biological recycling based on enzyme technologies, has announced that it is partnering with De Smet Engineers & Contractors on the construction of a polyethylene terephthalate (PET) biorecycling plant, described by Carbios as the first-of-its-kind in the world. The facility in Longlaville, in northeast France, ...
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News briefsLenzing again receives CDP’s Triple A for sustainability leadership
Lenzing Group, the Austrian supplier of wood-based specialty fibers for the textile and nonwoven industries, has been included for the third year in a row on the annual “A-List” of global environmental non-profit CDP, which assesses and recognizes sustainability leadership. Lenzing is one of only ten companies to achieve a ...
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ArticlePolartec and Must Had give excess inventory a second chance
Polartec has entered into a one-year partnership with Must Had, a Torino-based start-up and non-profit company that gives excess materials a second life. Throughout 2024, Polartec will rely on Must Had to extend the life of its excess inventory. Together, the companies will explore sustainable design practices and work towards ...
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News briefsSalomon partners with Hikeish to get diverse communities outdoors
Salomon’s charitable Salomon Foundation has joined forces with Hikeish, a Brooklyn-based non-profit organization, on a new initiative to get diverse communities outdoors. Hikeish organizes activities for underrepresented groups, such as road running, trail running, or hiking. Hikeish was founded by Benje Williams and Ken Bernard, who are also the co-founders ...
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ArticleElevate Outdoor Collective launches Collective Progress Initiative
With the launch of the Collective Progress Initiative, Elevate Outdoor Collective’s (EOC) global brands – K2 Skis, K2 Snowboarding, Marker, Dalbello, Völkl, Ride Snowboards, Line Skis, Backcountry Access, Atlas Snow Shoe Co, Tubbs Snowshoes, Madshus and K2 Skates – are working hand-in-hand to eliminate waste and maximize the recyclability and ...
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News briefsSpyder to launch PFAS-free ski apparel starting this fall
Liberated Brands has unveiled an ambitious plan to eliminate per- and polyfluorinated substances (PFAS) from the Spyder ski apparel line starting in fall 2024. The elimination of PFAS will be strategically implemented through a multi-season initiative. At the same time, the brand will also introduce new innovations in waterproof materials ...
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ArticleOnline course on reducing release of microfibers into wastewater by TMC and ZDHC
The Microfibre Consortium (TMC) has launched a new course designed to help textile manufacturers tackle the release of microfibres into wastewater during production processes. The e-learning program has been developed in partnership with Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals (ZDHC). Based on their Preliminary Guidelines: Control of Microfibres in Wastewater, published ...
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News briefsLenzing partners with Recyc Leather and Ganni on new footwear materials
Lenzing Group, the Austrian supplier of wood-based specialty fibers for the textile and nonwovens industries, has partnered with Recycle Leather to introduce Pélinova, an innovative material that fuses Tencel Lyocell fibers and recycled leather fibers. By teaming up with a Danish brand, a B Corp-certified company, this trio will bring ...
