Sustainability

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

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Birla Cellulose And Ka-sha Launch Sustainable Products Brand “RoZz”

May 27, 2024

In today’s rapidly evolving landscape, the call for sustainability echoes loudly across industries. Among those grappling with significant sustainability challenges, the textile sector stands out for its impact on the environment and communities. Birla Cellulose emerges as a leader in this situation, pioneering innovative solutions for a sustainable future. With a

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Indo Count Powers Bhilad Unit With 9.3 MW Solar Installation

May 24, 2024

Indo Count Industries Ltd has inaugurated a state-of-the-art 9.3 MW solar power generation unit in Gujarat, dedicated to powering its Bhilad facility. This significant step reduces the company’s carbon footprint and optimizes energy costs, with over 90% of operations now reliant on renewable sources. Committed to global ESG standards, ICIL is leading the textile

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TechnoSport First Indian Apparel Brand To Partner Bluesign

Textile Insights May 20, 2024

Tiruppur based online sportswear brand TechnoSport has joined sustainable solutions supplier Bluesign as its first India-based garment brand partner. “The partnership will enable TechnoSport to pursue sustainability in textile manufacturing,” Bluesign said in a press release. TechnoSport product categories include men’s t-shirt, gym vests and jackets, to women’s tights and

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AbTF Collaborates With TextileGenesis To Enhance Sustainable Cashmere Production

May 10, 2024

In a bid to bolster the credentials of The Good Cashmere Standard (GCS) as a symbol of sustainably produced and traceable cashmere fibre from inner Mongolia, the Aid by Trade Foundation (AbTF) has collaborated with TextileGenesis, A Lectra company. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in advancing transparency and traceability within the cashmere production

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EuRIC Textiles Raises Concerns Over Stricter Controls On Textile Waste Shipments

May 10, 2024

In a recent joint statement, the governments of Denmark, France and Sweden have urged the European Commission to present a draft Council Decision on a shared EU proposal. This proposal aims to subject textile waste to stricter control mechanisms under the Basel Convention, ostensibly to improve waste management practices. However, EuRIC Textiles, the textile reuse […]

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Amcor And Kimberly Clark Launch Eco-Friendly Packaging For Huggies

May 10, 2024

Amcor, a global leader in responsible packaging solutions, has joined forces with Kimberly Clark to introduce sustainable packaging for its Eco Protect diapers in Peru. The newly launched bags incorporate 30% recycled materials, a significant step towards environmental responsibility. These bags feature post-consumer recycled content and offer a more eco-friendly packaging

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UK Govt To Ban Plastic-Containing Wet Wipes To Combat Pollution

May 10, 2024

In a landmark move to tackle plastic pollution, the UK government has announced plans to ban the sale and supply of wet wipes containing plastic. This announcement comes following overwhelming public support during the consultation process, with an astonishing 95% of respondents backing the proposed ban. Wet wipes containing plastic have been identified as a […]

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Indo Count Inaugurates 9.3 MW Solar Power Project In Gujarat

Textile Insights May 7, 2024

Indo Count Industries Ltd (ICIL) has inaugurated its solar power generation unit, taking a step towards sustainable operations and environmental stewardship. ICIL’s solar power generation unit located in Banaskantha district of Gujarat has an installed capacity of 9.3 MW and the unit is dedicated for captive consumption at its Bhilad also in Gujarat unit. By […]

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Grasim Launches Ecosodium Recovered From VSF Production

Textile Insights May 3, 2024

Grasim Industries has launched EcoSodium, which is Sodium Sulphate (SS) recovered from the viscose staple fibre (VSF) production process. “This recovery helps in reducing the environmental footprint through limiting the discharge in waste water,” a Grasim press release informed. Sodium Sulphate, an inorganic chemical with extensive applications, is traditionally sourced