Sustainability

How Circular Economy Catalysts Are Leading The Way In Protecting Environment

July 10, 2024

By leveraging the efforts of Circular Economy Catalysts, the textile industry can significantly reduce its environmental impact and contribute to a more sustainable future, write Dr P Alli Rani, Director and Dr TKS Lakshmi Priya, Adjunct Faculty at Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International School

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Global Push Towards Circular Economy in Textiles Gains Momentum

July 9, 2024

In a landmark presentation at the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Forum, Valérie Boiten of the Ellen MacArthur Foundation outlined the crucial role of EPR in transitioning to a circular economy for textiles. Boiten emphasized the urgent need for a systemic shift in textile management, highlighting that approximately 12 million tonnes of textiles are introduced to

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Garson & Shaw Report Calls For Transformative Shift Towards Circular Economy In Textile Industry

July 9, 2024

In a bid to address the mounting environmental challenges posed by the textile industry, the 2024 Garson & Shaw report highlights the critical need for substantial changes. The report highlights the burgeoning market for used textiles and the pivotal role of circularity in mitigating environmental impact. The textile industry’s rapid growth is paralleled by escalating

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BioFibreLoop: Advancing Circular And Sustainable Textiles In Europe

July 9, 2024

The German Institutes of Textile and Fiber Research Denkendorf (DITF) are leading the BioFibreLoop research project, funded under the European Union’s Horizon Europe research and innovation programme. The project, launched with a kick-off event in Denkendorf on June 26 and 27, 2024, aims to develop recyclable outdoor and work clothing using renewable bio-based

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Textile Exchange Adds Forests, Air Pollution To Impact Tool

July 9, 2024

Textile Exchange has announced the addition of forests and air pollution risk categories to its Materials Impact Explorer (MIE) tool, along with a new material category – manmade cellulosic fibres (MMCF). The MIE tool is designed for brands, retailers and suppliers to assess potential impacts and dependencies at the raw material country of origin level, […]

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DVF Teams Up With Lenzing For Sustainable Fashion Revolution

June 21, 2024

Lenzing Group has teamed up with Diane von Furstenberg (DVF) to introduce TENCEL™ and LENZING™ ECOVERO™ branded fibers into mainstream fashion. These fibers, sourced from sustainably managed wood, are featured prominently in DVF’s latest collections of everyday fashion and accessories, available globally in both online and physical stores. The collaboration highlights a

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IFC and EPIC Group Partner For Sustainable Textile Growth

June 19, 2024

IFC has announced a partnership with EPIC Group, a global leader in the apparel industry, to support sustainable textile manufacturing and enhance resource efficiency in Bangladesh and India. This collaboration includes a $100 million debt financing package comprising a $70 million sustainability-linked loan and a $30 million green loan. The funding will enable EPIC Group

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Carbios And Tomra Textiles Drive Circular Economy For Polyester

June 19, 2024

Carbios, a pioneer in the development and industrialization of biological technologies to reinvent the life cycle of plastic and textiles, and Tomra Textiles, a tech venture set up by sorting technology leader Tomra, announce the signing of an agreement to collaborate on establishing an efficient stream in Northern Europe from textile waste collection, sorting and […]

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Bangladesh Adds 12 More LEED Certified Garment Units In 2024

Textile Insights May 31, 2024

In the first five months of ongoing year, 12 more Bangladesh garment factories bagged the LEED certification, bringing the number of Bangladeshi LEED certified apparel factories to 218. LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) is a globally recognised green building rating system that emphasises environmental responsibility and energy efficiency. “This recent

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Organisations Partner To Boost Indian Apparels Sustainability

Textile Insights May 30, 2024

SU.RE (Sustainable Resolution) has partnered with the British Council to launch a new project aimed at transforming India’s apparel sector and will run from May to October 2024. This collaboration, which engages key SU.RE signatories with the UK’s New Landscape programme, marks a pivotal step towards fostering sustainable practices and innovation in fashion. The SU.RE […]