Cotton made in Africa (CmiA), the standard for sustainably produced cotton from Africa, has got the nod from the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), which administers Green Button, and also the Cradle to Cradle Certified for products that are safe, circular, and responsibly made.

A new guide anchored on five principles—a high bar transition, creation of decent jobs, social dialogue, creation of permanent institutions for a Just Transition, and affordable energy—has been launched to aid trade unions in planning for workers who will be adversely impacted by the transition not only from fossil fuels to renewable energy sources but by the introduction of new technologies.

A recent study makes it clear that the whole textiles business model in South Africa is unsustainable and requires a significant shift to transition it to one that is low-carbon and less environmentally impactful. The study has suggested a number of interventions which are currently being explored with key stakeholders and, ultimately, if adopted, would form part of the Retail-Clothing, Textile, Footwear and Leather (R-CTFL) Master Plan.

New global research from South Pole has found that one in four of surveyed companies with science-based targets will not be publicising them.

A study that examined the impact of the Better Cotton programme in India has found significant benefits for farmers in the region. Better Cotton Farmers were able to reduce costs, improve overall profitability, and safeguard the environment more effectively, compared with other farmers.

A new project has been launched that will define a cross-sectoral product data model with demonstrated benefits for the circular economy as well as developing roadmaps for its deployment. The DPP (Digital Product Passport) prototype for textiles will be developed by circular.fashion.

Since its launch in September 2021, Furmark, the global certification and traceability system for natural fur, has managed to gather an impressive 150 manufacturers to join the system and provide natural fur garments to a global network of retailers. It is now planning to expand its reach and scale.

ACT's Accountability and Monitoring Framework 2021 report indicates that the industry needs more than bold commitments, and that there is an urgent need for accountability to ensure meaningful industry collaboration. A texfash.com report.

A new £100,000 fund is being launched by Ebay UK and the British Fashion Council to help small businesses that offer circular fashion solutions. texfash.com reports.

Over 80 delegates are expected to attend the fourth editon of the Sustainable Clothing and Textile Recycling Conference at Jaipur on 19 October. The keynote address will be delivered by India's Textile Commissioner, Roop Rashi.