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Complaints lodged against brands over Myanmar

YANGON - The IndustriALL globaI union has filed complaints against three leading brands – Next, New Yorker and LPP – over their continued sourcing from Myanmar despite "overwhelming evidence of continuous violations of workers’ rights" since the coup of ...

Cascale guide to California's climate laws

AMSTERDAM - Cascale, formerly the Sustainable Apparel Coalition, and its technology partner Worldly, have published a new guide to help fashion companies comply with California's new climate laws. The Climate Corporate Data Accountability Act (SB 253) and the ...

NGOs launch guide to improving EU CSDDD

BRUSSELS - The Clean Clothes Campaign (CCC), which works for better pay and conditions for the world's garment workers, has linked up with eight other NGOs to publish a new guide to the European Union's (EU) Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD). It ...

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Wednesday 30 March 2016

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G-Star, Ted Baker trial sustainability scoring tool

Made-By, the UK-based textile sustainability consultancy, has announced that four leading apparel brands have agreed to make public their sustainability scores using Mode-tracker – an independent assessment tool which assesses a brand's sustainability activities.

Fairtrade hits back at CCC criticism

Fairtrade International has responded to stinging criticism of its newly launched Fairtrade Textile Standard by the Clean Clothes Campaign (CCC) saying that in its defence, no other standard or approach covers the entire production chain, has a higher standard of core labour rights and that its product label provides consumer transparency.

Australian researchers close loop in textiles

In an effort to broaden and share understanding about technological efforts to close the loop in the global textile industry, Ecotextile News is sharing with our subscribers some of the findings of the recently published report Closing the Loop.

Japan scientists discover polyester eating bugs

The discovery in Japan of bacteria that can digest polyester has big implications for the recycling of PET plastics if these bugs can be genetically modified to break down plastics on an industrial scale.

Brands urged to support Cambodian garment workers

Global apparel brands sourcing garments and textiles from Cambodia, including H&M, Inditex, C&A, Levi Strauss, Marks & Spencer, Tchibo and Primark, are being urged to lobby the Cambodian Government to guarantee the basic rights of unions and their members in the wake of laws being passed through the country's parliament which could restrict union activity.

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Green light for orange fibre business

An Italian business which is producing textile fibres from citrus fruit waste has shared with Ecotextile News the findings of pilot work in which it has tested its process by converting an abandoned production line into a citrus "transformation plant" to produce prototype fibres.

Formaldehyde: friend or foe?

The textile industry needs to have a sensible debate about the management of formaldehyde, while seeking to take, "appropriate action at appropriate places in the supply chain to stay safe."

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Wednesday 23 March 2016

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CCC raises concerns over Fairtrade textile standard

As Fairtrade International publishes its new Fairtrade Textile Standard, the Clean Clothes Campaign has raised strong concerns that the standard does not properly address labour rights problems in garment supply chains and may even risk "slowing down progress made in the last few years."

Levi Strauss open sources water saving methods

US denim brand Levi Strauss is to make its Water Less finishing techniques available to the public in an effort to encourage water conservation and create positive change across the apparel industry.

WWF and H&M announce new five-year partnership

H&M and conservation organisation WWF have announced a five year global partnership. The agreement expands their previous collaboration from 2013, and focuses on water stewardship, climate action and strategic dialogue related to H&M's and the fashion industry's broader sustainability challenges.

Timberland investigates Haiti cotton farming

US outdoor brand Timberland is investigating the opportunities for sustainable cotton farming in Haiti in a new feasibility study being carried out together with Impact Farming and the Haiti-based Smallholder Farmers Alliance (SFA).

Better Cotton boost in China

Chinese cotton yarn spinner, Huafu, has told Ecotextile News it plans on expanding the production of its Better Cotton Initiative (BCI) 'EcoFresh' yarns by up to 50 per cent in the next three years. Tommy Lee reports from Intertextile Apparel Fabrics, Shanghai.

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New list ranks apparel businesses on human rights

Adidas, Gap Inc, Inditex, Kering, Next, Fast Retailing, Nike and VF Corp are among 23 apparel businesses which will be 'ranked' in a new list which will attempt to measure the human rights performance world's largest listed companies.

Sweden to set up chemical substitution centre

The Swedish government recently visited Swedish clean technology firm OrganoClick, known for its fluorocarbon-free water repellent fabric treatment OrganoTex, to promote its plans to establish a Centre for Chemical Substitution which will help producers and consumers to discard harmful chemicals and source environmentally friendly alternatives.

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Two minutes with... Charles Dickinson, environmental sustainability controller, ethical trade, Primark, Is biodegradability just a load of rubbish? Phil Patterson casts his eye over claims of biodegradability in textiles, While the textile sector may talk a good game on environmental issues, industry leaders are still not yet ready to make the profound changes required to bring about a truly sustainable industry, argues Pamela Ravasio, ZDHC seeks unified wastewater guidelines, Oxfam highlights poor worker conditions in Myanmar, Study measures atmospheric micro-plastic textile waste, EU extends CMR consultation deadline, Texworld acknowledges sustainability focus, Upcycling on-trend at Berlin eco-show, New online Textile Standards & Legislation tool, Re-shoring for UK cotton spinning, Garment factories operate "in the shadows", Innovation drives outdoor sector growth, Can the sourcing of wool by international apparel brands ever be truly ethical? Patagonia opposes TPP deal, Polygenta makes rPET breakthrough, Cotton Horizons: humans are perhaps clever enough to work out how to better manage our resources. Or are we? asks Simon Ferrigno, and all the latest news, insight, and analysis.

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Tuesday 16 March 2016

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VF Corp and Target tackle Vietnam supplier efficiency

Leading US apparel brands, VF Corporation and Target Corporation are working with the International Finance Corporation to improve resource efficiency at their supplier factories in Vietnam.

New speakers for Planet Textiles 2016

Planet Textiles 2016 can reveal more speakers at the upcoming event in Copenhagen on 11th May in what is expected to be a ground-breaking week of events on sustainability for the global textile industry.

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Oeko-Tex updates Standard 100 criteria

Oeko-Tex has updated the test criteria and limit values for product certification in accordance with its Standard 100, with new test limits being introduced for all certifications from April 1.

Study: green policies don't harm exports

New research from the OECD suggests countries with strict environmental policies do not lose export competitiveness compared with countries with more moderate regulations.

Sanitized opens textile testing facility

Swiss antimicrobial technology specialist Sanitized has opened a new technical textiles research, development and testing centre, with the company highlighting odour management in textiles a key priority for the facility.

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Further speakers for Copenhagen Fashion Summit

Eight new speakers have been announced for the Copenhagen Fashion Summit which takes place on 12 May at the Copenhagen Concert Hall in Denmark.

ISKO awarded Nordic Swan label

Turkish brand ISKO has become the first denim mill in the world to be awarded the Nordic Swan Ecolabel. Six products from ISKO's 'Earth Fit' brand have received the certification, which evaluates environmental issues across a product's lifecycle.

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Tuesday 8 March 2016

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Planet Textiles to reveal 'How we do sustainability'

In what is expected to be a groundbreaking four days of textile sustainability events in Denmark in May, the Planet Textiles conference and exhibition can reveal the first speakers of a uniquely diverse and influential line-up for this year's event.

WRAP warns of rise in landfilled clothing

A new report from WRAP has warned that a rapid cooling off in the market for UK used clothing could see an increasing proportion of textiles sent to landfill and incineration.

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New technical textiles publication launched

MCL Global, the leading B2B publisher of magazines, websites and textile industry reports has today launched a new publication for the global technical textiles market. Textile Evolution (T.EVO) is an innovative, groundbreaking publication, which will provide a unique take on the rapidly evolving technical textiles and high performance apparel sectors.

Chinese viscose producers join endangered forest initiative

Six large Chinese viscose producers have committed to end their use of endangered forest fibre by unveiling Pulp Procurement Policies for Protecting Forests, developed in collaboration with conservation NGO, Canopy.

Primark sustainable cotton programme extended

Primark has announced a six year extension to a sustainable cotton programme designed to support women from traditionally male-dominated textile farming communities in Gujarat, India, to introduce sustainable farming methods, improve cotton yields and increase their incomes.

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Sustainability rises up agenda in denim sector

A special report by Ecotextile News suggests sustainability has become the key driver in the fast-growing global denim industry, with brands going to increasing lengths to cut water and chemical use in their supply chains as well as making increased commitments to using sustainable cotton and recycled textiles.

Monsanto threatens India withdrawal

US-based seed and agro-chemicals company, Monsanto, has said it may withdraw its GM crop technology from India in protest at plans to introduce further price controls over its products.

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Two minutes with... Charles Dickinson, environmental sustainability controller, ethical trade, Primark, Is biodegradability just a load of rubbish? Phil Patterson casts his eye over claims of biodegradability in textiles, While the textile sector may talk a good game on environmental issues, industry leaders are still not yet ready to make the profound changes required to bring about a truly sustainable industry, argues Pamela Ravasio, ZDHC seeks unified wastewater guidelines, Oxfam highlights poor worker conditions in Myanmar, Study measures atmospheric micro-plastic textile waste, EU extends CMR consultation deadline, Texworld acknowledges sustainability focus, Upcycling on-trend at Berlin eco-show, New online Textile Standards & Legislation tool, Re-shoring for UK cotton spinning, Garment factories operate "in the shadows", Innovation drives outdoor sector growth, Can the sourcing of wool by international apparel brands ever be truly ethical? Patagonia opposes TPP deal, Polygenta makes rPET breakthrough, Cotton Horizons: humans are perhaps clever enough to work out how to better manage our resources. Or are we? asks Simon Ferrigno, and all the latest news, insight, and analysis.

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Wednesday 2 March 2016

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Farmer suggests organic cotton "isn't profitable"

A prominent US cotton farmer has claimed the organic cotton market simply "isn't profitable at the current time" due to the risks and certification costs associated with growing organic as well as consumer apathy about the sustainability of the clothing they wear.

Levi rolls out take-back scheme to Europe

US denim brand Levi Strauss is to roll-out its clothing take-back initiative from the US to Europe, starting in the UK.

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New speakers announced for Copenhagen conference

The Copenhagen Fashion Summit has announced the addition of several more high profile speakers for its May event, including Sustainable Apparel Coalition CEO, Jason Kibbey, New York Times best-selling author, Derek Blasberg who will host the summit, and fashion editor Suzy Menkes.

Buyers address labour conditions in Pakistan

Improved labour governance, compliance with international labour standards and increased training to improve working conditions for workers in the Pakistani garment sector were among areas prioritised at a recent meeting attended by 15 international apparel brands which was hosted by the ILO, the IFC and the Dutch Embassy.

Sustainable focus for digital textile printer

Sustainability will be a key theme of a new UK digital textile printing business which will only work with inks and processes which are compliant with the ZDHC (Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals) Manufacturing Restricted Substances List.

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1,000+ Bangladesh factories late fixing safety issues

More than 700 textile factories are a year or more late implementing Corrective Action Plans (CAPs) as part of their agreement with the Accord on Fire and Building Safety in Bangladesh, with 331 factories more than 18 months late carrying out necessary remediation work to make their factories safe for workers.

UK organic textile market shows further growth

The Soil Association's 2016 Organic Report has revealed that the UK organic market achieved subdued growth of 4.9 per cent 2015, with the UK organic sector now worth £1.95 billion.

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Two minutes with... Charles Dickinson, environmental sustainability controller, ethical trade, Primark, Is biodegradability just a load of rubbish? Phil Patterson casts his eye over claims of biodegradability in textiles, While the textile sector may talk a good game on environmental issues, industry leaders are still not yet ready to make the profound changes required to bring about a truly sustainable industry, argues Pamela Ravasio, ZDHC seeks unified wastewater guidelines, Oxfam highlights poor worker conditions in Myanmar, Study measures atmospheric micro-plastic textile waste, EU extends CMR consultation deadline, Texworld acknowledges sustainability focus, Upcycling on-trend at Berlin eco-show, New online Textile Standards & Legislation tool, Re-shoring for UK cotton spinning, Garment factories operate "in the shadows", Innovation drives outdoor sector growth, Can the sourcing of wool by international apparel brands ever be truly ethical? Patagonia opposes TPP deal, Polygenta makes rPET breakthrough, Cotton Horizons: humans are perhaps clever enough to work out how to better manage our resources. Or are we? asks Simon Ferrigno, and all the latest news, insight, and analysis.

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