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Alternative Feedstocks / JRC Methodology

11 January 2024

3 minutes

An RCI report — 'Non-level playing field for renewable materials vs. fossil in Life Cycles Assessments’ — aims to provide additional context, highlighting potential issues that might arise with implementation of the JRC Plastics LCA methodology.

European Methodology Will Create Barriers in Transition Away from Fossil Fuel Feedstocks, Says Study

The recent methodological proposal on lifecycle assessments (LCAs) by the Joint Research Centre (JRC), the scientific body of the European Commission, has come in for flak as the policy landscape in which the methodology is implemented creates systemic disadvantages for innovative industries using alternative feedstocks.

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Snapshot / Recycling Crisis / I Feature

The textile recycling market is projected to grow, but investment remains concentrated in companies that can demonstrate material flow predictability

The Data Divide: How Traceability Gaps Are Crushing Textile Recycling Economics

Subir Ghosh

2 June 2025

Event Preview / Intertex Portugal Interview

ITF Intertex Portugal expects the participation of over 250 top-tier exhibitors, alongside the anticipated presence of more than 5,000 professionals from over 20 countries.

Balancing Between Nearshoring and Regional Supply Chains with a Global Outlook

Subir Ghosh

3 May 2025

Textile Recycling Expo

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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

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27 May 2025

Young India Fashion Survey 2025