Sustainability index approved, pilot program announced
The OIA's Eco Working Group has approved the Phase 1 Eco Index which includes guidelines for measuring packaging, product manufacturing and materials used in outdoor products as well as tools for measuring water and waste.

Tesco backs RITE Group event
Tesco has thrown its considerable weight behind the RITE Group conference on sustainable textiles, which takes place in London on 6th October at Central Hall, Westminster.

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NICE focuses on sustainable design
Delegates at the NICE 'sustainable design process' conference in Copenhagen will hear presentations from expert speakers from across the textile and clothing industry.

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New website simplifies eco-sourcing
A new website will enable independent fashion and interior designers, as well as small- to mid-size retail sourcing teams, to search and purchase sustainable materials from around the globe.

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OE comments on malaria controversy
The Organic Exchange has moved swiftly to refute allegations that pressure from organic cotton farmers in Uganda is restricting the country’s battle against the malaria crisis.

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Eco-Textile Labelling Guide 2010 - NOW PUBLISHED
Ecotextile News, in conjunction with Messe Frankfurt GmbH, has published a new, updated and improved version of the 100 page Eco-Textile Labelling Guide which can be ordered securely on-line through the 'read more' link below - for just £29.

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Articles in July 2010 issue include: The problem with eco-indexing, denim and sustainability, dye strength and effluent problems, RITE Group update, sustainable synthetics, wool industry update, textile testing for RSL's ... all the news and analysis.

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