The global synthetic fibers market is undergoing a major transformation, with demand surging across fashion, home textiles, automotive, and industrial sectors. This growth is fueled by the scalability of petrochemical-derived fibers, advances in performance textiles, shifting production hubs,
The EU’s Environmental Footprint Methods policy falsely ranks polyester as more sustainable than cotton and wool, disregarding effects of microplastic pollution and the benefits of biodegradability. This flawed assessment threatens consumer perception and future market share for natural fibres, writes Roger Tomkins, Australian Cotton Shippers Association Fast Facts
The One-Earth Fashion report by Public Eye has issued a clarion call for radical reform in the global fashion industry. Highlighting its outsized impact on the environment and society, the report lays out 33 actionable targets designed to align the industry with planetary boundaries and create a just, sustainable future. Fashion’s contribution to climate change, […]














