Another project to find a solution for the enormous microplastic pollution caused by apparel textiles got under way last month as a consortium of universities and research institutes promises to invest 6.6 million EUR.

The Sustainable Apparel Coalition (SAC) has launched a Manufacturer Climate Action Program (MCAP) to help the textile industry reduce GHG emissions by 2030.

Spain's retailing giant Inditex and the International Apparel Federation (IAF) have signed an agreement that aims to promote a more respectful industry for people and planet by boosting circularity, traceability and worker wellbeing.

Textile Exchange has come up with a ‘Biodiversity Landscape Analysis’ for the fashion, textile, apparel, and footwear industry to help spur companies forward with methods and actions relevant to their biodiversity and nature journey, and point them to key guidance, resources, and tools.

Fair Wear Foundation and the Sustainable Terms of Trade Initiative (STTI) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), committing to further strengthening their collaboration on advancing systemic change in the garment and textiles industry.

An MoU inked by the Sustainable Apparel Coalition (SAC) and the International Apparel Federation (IAF) will collaborate on projects and activities to deliver decarbonisation of the industry in line with internationally recognised targets, working together on collective action opportunities to reduce carbon emissions.

The Fashion CEO Agenda presents 5 socio-environmental sustainability priorities the industry should focus on to secure prosperity for people and communities while working within planetary boundaries.

The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and 17 states in the country have sued Amazon.com for using its monopolistic power to illegally stifle competition and discourage new players.

Management consultancy KPMG, which was tasked with reviewing the Higg Index suite of tools for the textiles and fashion industry, has recommended integrating the controversial Higg MSI with the Higg PM and focusing on enhancing data quality.

A groundbreaking study reveals how circular models are critical for brands to reduce their emissions when combined with upstream supply chain interventions.