Sustainability

India Defends Textile Recycling Ecosystem Against Global Criticism

Textile Insights May 16, 2026

India’s Ministry of Textiles has defended the country’s textile recycling industry against what it described as misleading portrayals by sections of the international media, asserting that India has built one of the world’s largest textile recovery and recycling ecosystems supported by

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ADB To Invest US$ 70 Billion In Energy And Digital Infrastructure By 2035

Textile Insights May 11, 2026

Asian Development Bank (ADB) has announced plans to support US$ 70 billion in new energy and digital infrastructure initiatives across Asia and the Pacific by 2035, with a focus on cross-border power connectivity, renewable energy integration, broadband expansion and AI-ready digital networks. The announcement was made by Masato Kanda, who said energy and digital access

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AERIS Reports Major Energy And CO2 Savings In Textile Sector

Textile Insights May 11, 2026

AERIS has released new findings highlighting the environmental and operational impact of energy efficiency upgrades implemented across textile manufacturing facilities over the past five years. According to the company, targeted upgrades to existing air treatment and process systems in textile plants resulted in energy savings of approximately 47 million kWh and avoided

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DITF Develop Breakthrough Sustainable Cellulose Yarn Technology

Textile Insights May 11, 2026

The German Institutes of Textile and Fiber Research (DITF) is advancing a new approach to textile fibre production through its patented HighPerCell process, enabling the creation of staple fibre yarns from cellulose-based continuous filaments. The innovation is part of the InnoCell project, aimed at bringing market-ready sustainable yarn solutions to the apparel industry.

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CITI Releases Gherzi-ICAC Cotton Study

Textile Insights May 11, 2026

Confederation of Indian Textile Industry (CITI) has released a joint study by Gherzi and International Cotton Advisory Committee (ICAC), warning that India’s 11 per cent cotton import duty and stagnant productivity levels are weakening the global competitiveness of the country’s textile and apparel sector. The report, titled Economic Analysis of Cotton Supply, US$ 350

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Fashion for Good Launches Project FAE To Scale-Up Textile Recycling In Europe

Textile Insights May 10, 2026

As the textile industry accelerates its transition toward circularity, one critical bottleneck continues to hold back progress feedstock. Addressing this challenge head-on, Fashion for Good has launched Project FAE (Feedstock Activation Europe), a collaborative initiative aimed at building the sorting and pre-processing infrastructure needed to unlock post-consumer textile

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Sutlej Textiles Releases Inaugural Sustainability Report

Textile Insights May 7, 2026

Sutlej Textiles and Industries Limited has released its inaugural Sustainability Report for FY2024-25, outlining the company’s long-term ESG roadmap focused on circular manufacturing, climate action, responsible sourcing and operational resilience. The report highlights Sutlej’s efforts across renewable energy, recycled fibres, water stewardship, ethical governance and

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Gen Z Drives Second-Hand Fashion Into The Mainstream

Textile Insights May 6, 2026

Second-hand fashion has rapidly evolved from a niche segment into a defining force within the global apparel industry, with Gen Z emerging as its most influential driver. Shaped by climate awareness, economic pressures and a digitally connected lifestyle, this generation is fundamentally redefining how fashion is consumed, valued and circulated. At the heart of this […]

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GOTS-Certified Facilities Rise 15% Globally As Demand For Credible Standards Grows

Textile Insights April 29, 2026

The Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) continued its strong growth trajectory in 2025, with the number of certified facilities worldwide increasing by 15.3% year-on-year to reach 17,800 across 95 countries, according to the latest annual report released by Global Standard. The growth comes amid a year marked by geopolitical uncertainty and rapidly evolving regulatory

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DuPont Unveils 2035 Sustainability Goals

Textile Insights April 27, 2026

DuPont has announced its 2035 Sustainability Goals, outlining a roadmap to drive growth through sustainable innovation, resilient operations and responsible business practices. The strategy focuses on aligning sustainability with business performance, with an emphasis on delivering long-term value to customers, employees, suppliers and shareholders. “This framework