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Microfibre Pollution / Key Drivers

5 March 2025

 3 minutes
Fibre fragmentation is a significant topic of concern across the industry, with studies highlighting the potential threat to ecosystems and human health.

Project Launched to Mitigate Fibre Fragment Pollution by Addressing Root Causes and Data Gaps

Fashion For Good and The Microfibre Consortium have launched a ‘Fibre Fragmentation Project’ which aims to offer a snapshot of the issue of fibre fragmentation through the lens of the textile and fashion industry, unpacking various aspects of this complex issue.

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  • Staff Writer
Under Cloud / Higg MSI

15 June 2022

 7 minutes
Though allegations have been levelled at fashion giants, the SAC and the Higg Index find themselves in the eye of a storm for being the archangels of the 'sustainable fashion' ecosystem. The latter particularly has been under fire from critics for consistently downplaying natural fibres and instead promoting fossil fuel fashion (i.e polyster-driven fashion).

Back-to-Back News Reports Put Sustainability Archangels on the Back Foot

The Big Daddies in the textiles-apparel-footwear-fashion ecosystem are the hands behind some of the most followed sustainability benchmarks. The charge is that they have been using the cloak of opaqueness and secrecy and also the lack of credible data to greenwash themselves. texfash.com recaps the brouhaha.

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  • Subir Ghosh
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Denim Finishing / EIM Report Interview
Environmental Impact Measuring (EIM) combines user input with strict benchmarking and automated calculations. To ensure data integrity, it uses a dual system: an accreditation programme for users and third-party validation by GoBlu International.

Future Lies in Hybrid Models Where High-Level LCAs Are Supplemented by Granular Data

  • Subir Ghosh

2 May 2025
Climate Action / H&M Group Interview
The H&M Group has signed a virtual power purchase agreement (VPPA) with Lightsource bp for its 125MW Second Division solar project in Texas, US.

We’re Not Waiting for Perfect Solutions; We’re Moving Now with Tools Available: H&M

  • Subir Ghosh

20 May 2025
 
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Designer Talk / Nigerian Trends Report
These stunning runway moments at LagosFW24 redefined elegance with bold silhouettes, rich textures, and timeless sophistication.

How Lagos Fashion Blends Nigerian Tradition with Global Style Trends

  • Adwoa Owusuaa Bobie

29 May 2025
Toxic Fashion / Nonylphenol Usage Report
Indian textile products containing toxic chemicals may face barriers or trade limitations in the global market, hindering competitiveness of the Indian textile industry. By aligning with international efforts and adopting strict measures,

Toxic Chemicals in Indian Clothing Pose Health and Environmental Threats, Finds Study

  • Special Correspondent

27 May 2025
 
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