All CSR & Sustainability articles – Page 7

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    Spinnova calls for incentives for and investment in circular fashion at COP28

    2023-12-13T09:14:00Z

    Finnish biomaterials company Spinnova has emphasized the importance of climate action in the global fashion and textile industry in the context of COP28. The company justifies this because the fashion and apparel industry is one of the most environmentally damaging industries in the world. It is responsible for 4 percent ...

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    EOS 2024 in Cambridge to increase focus on business

    2023-12-12T15:53:00Z

    The European Outdoor Group (EOG) has revealed the first details of plans for the 2024 edition of the European Outdoor Summit (EOS), which will be held from Sept. 18-19 in Cambridge in the UK, organized with the host national association the Outdoor Industries Association (OIA). EOG and OIA have committed ...

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    Salomon Foundation expands commitment in Europe, USA and Mexico

    2023-12-12T12:57:00Z

    Since 1999, the Salomon Foundation has supported the social and professional rehabilitation of more than 400 mountain athletes. Starting in 2023, the foundation will refocus and expand its role by supporting local organizations around the world that promote and facilitate access to the outdoors for those who may have previously ...

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    Mammut and Unless Collective commit to protect mountain ecosystems

    2023-12-08T08:44:00Z

    Swiss outdoor company Mammut and the US streetwear label Unless Collective are launching their second joint limited edition for International Mountain Day (Dec. 11), consisting of biodegradable hoodies and T-shirts that are produced responsibly – all in the name of protecting mountain ecosystems. “The mountains are our playground, and we ...

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    Alpine Group brings transformation of fashion industry to COP28

    2023-12-08T08:24:00Z

    Alpine Group, the end-to-end textile innovation and apparel manufacturing group whose brand partners include Lululemon, The North Face, Under Armour and Columbia, teamed up with fashion industry players such as TrusTrace, The Apparel Institute, Keel Labs, Samata Pattinson, Founder and CEO of Black Pearl, and Julia Gulatee, One Young World ...

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    Ecodesign for sustainable products regulation practically adopted by the EU

    2023-12-07T11:45:00Z

    The European Commission, Parliament and Council agreed on Dec. 4 on a new framework to make products sustainable by design.

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    PETA files watchdog complaint over RDS and RAF standards

    2023-12-05T08:30:00Z

    The People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) has filed a formal complaint to the Canadian Competition Bureau alleging that the Responsible Down Standard (RDS) and Responsible Animal Fiber (RAF) labels, created by third-party certifier Textile Exchange “are misleading and deceive consumers.” The complaint follows multiple exposés by the ...

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    Chinese prisoner’s ID apparently found in Regatta coat

    2023-12-05T08:29:00Z

    An identification card that apparently belongs to a Chinese prisoner was found by a woman in Derbyshire, UK, inside the lining of a jacket from British outdoor brand Regatta, the Guardian has reported. The waterproof jacket was purchased online in the Black Friday sale. When the customer received the item ...

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    New CEO for The Microfibre Consortium

    2023-12-04T12:27:00Z

    The Microfibre Consortium (TMC) has announced a series of organizational changes. Research director Dr Kelly Sheridan will take up the role of Chief Executive Officer, while founding Director Sophie Mather will transition from the board to an advisory role. The changes came into effect from Dec. 1, 2023, coinciding with ...

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    GOTS simplifies process for smaller textile firms

    2023-12-02T08:29:00Z

    The Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) has announced that small-scale textile companies will be given easier access to its certification through the Controlled Supply Chain Scheme Pilot Project (CSCS). Launched as a pilot project in 2022, the scheme is meant to help smaller textile firms overcome the administrative and financial ...

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    Royal Robbins achieves Responsible Wool Standard certification

    2023-12-02T08:27:00Z

    California-based outdoor adventure brand Royal Robbins has been brand-certified by the Responsible Wool Standard (RWS). The certification process, which allows the brand to formally track the chain of custody of its wool from fiber to final product, involves a rigorous assessment of Royal Robbins wool sourcing and production practices conducted ...

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    Polygiene launches textile-protection innovation project to reduce microfiber loss and laundering wear

    2023-12-01T09:59:00Z

    Polygiene presented a new innovation project, Polygiene ShedGuard, at ISPO Munich this month. The new technology was also recognized as the best product at ISPO Textrends in the “Performing Finishes” category. ShedGuard was developed to minimize the loss of microfibres and improve the resistance of the fabric during washing. This ...

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    Rab expands down recycling program to mainland Europe

    2023-11-25T15:47:00Z

    British outdoor brand Rab (part of Equip Outdoor Technologies Ltd.) has announced that it will expand its down recycling program to Europe. From Jan. 8, 2024, the incentivized collection program will be accessible to consumers through Rab’s European service center in Leusden, Netherlands. In addition, Rab will set up a ...

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    Jack Wolfskin relies on ExpeDRY hydrophobic down insulation by Allied

    2023-11-25T14:38:00Z

    Source: Jack Wolfskin Jack Wolfskin Expedition Down Jacket German outdoor brand Jack Wolfskin has announced that in its fall/winter 2024 hydrophobic down apparel line, it will replace current, chemical-intensive hydrophobic down with ExpeDRY down insulation by California-based Allied Feather + Down. ExpeDRY is well on its way ...

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    Bluesign simplifies access to information with new public guide

    2023-11-25T08:33:00Z

    Swiss-based chemical management specialist Bluesign is launching a public Bluesign Guide. For years, the primary source of verified Bluesign-approved products has been the Bluesign Guide. Today, the company is simplifying access to information and rapid adoption of better materials with the introduction of a public guide, accessible to everyone. There ...

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    Polygiene launches plant-based StayFreshBIO

    2023-11-23T14:53:00Z

    The Polygiene Group will launch a plant-based antimicrobial technology for the textile market at ISPO Munich 2023. The technology is based on a 100 percent bio-based active ingredient derived from plant substances. It complements Polygiene’s current silver-based solution and is in line with the movement in certain regions looking for ...

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    Upcycling: BASF and Vaude Professional turn safety workwear into backpacks

    2023-11-23T14:32:00Z

    BASF, the world’s largest chemical company headquartered in Germany, had the innovative idea of producing new work backpacks from old work clothes. Source: BASF Lotte Adriaenssens and Steven Elseviers, BASF Antwerp Around 3,500 employees work at one of BASF’s many plants in Antwerp, Belgium, and most of ...

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    TNF launches The Allyship In The Outdoors course

    2023-11-23T10:33:00Z

    The North Face (TNF) has launched The Allyship in the Outdoors course, a new digital tool that aims to change the way organizations, communities and individuals view allyship and racial inclusion. The course is one of the outcomes of the TNF Explore Fund Council, a group comprised of various sectors, ...

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    Vaude presents the world’s first fleece jacket made from wood-based polyester

    2023-11-22T14:56:00Z

    Source: Vaude Women’s Fleece Jacket made from wood-based polyester, to be presented at ISPO Munich The world’s first fleece jacket made from wood-based polyester will be presented by German biochemicals company UPM Biochemicals and German outdoor equipment supplier Vaude at the upcoming ISPO Munich. The two partners ...

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    EOCA has a packed agenda for ISPO Munich 2023

    2023-11-22T14:22:00Z

    The European Outdoor Conservation Association (EOCA) is offering a number of events at next week’s ISPO Munich 2023. Once again, the EOCA stand (A2/220) will be holding a conservation fundraiser, selling many items at low prices, as donated by EOCA members. The fundraiser also includes a special offer from ISM, ...