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Greenwashing, ultra fast fashion slowing down progress on eliminating fossil fuels from textiles, finds new report

The good news is that fashion companies are making progress when it comes to reducing emissions, phasing out coal and transitioning to renewable energy. The bad news is that greenwashing and ultra fast fashion are undermining these efforts. These are the findings of the “2024 Clean Energy Close Up” report by environmental advocacy group...

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Environmental advocacy organisation files complaint against Lululemon

Canadian sportswear retailer Lululemon can't seem to leave controversy behind - after company founder stirred it with his diversity remarks at the beginning of the year, allegations concerning an ‘unwelcoming company culture’ lingered a few months ago. There was also a law suit by Nike a year ago, and not to forget the debacle with transparent...

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New investigations find missteps in fashion’s sustainability claims

A number of new investigations by two environmental organisations have found areas in which the fashion industry is lacking when it comes to the onslaught of sustainability commitments made by brands and retailers in the sector. US-based Stand.earth and the Spanish subsidiary of Greenpeace each presented reports on notable issues they had...

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New report reveals the fashion industry increased its emissions in 2022

On the eve of the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP27), which starts on Sunday and this year is held in Egypt, a shocking new report reveals the fashion industry is lagging on its goals to reduce emissions by 2030. Data from Stand.earth’s 2022 Fashion Supply Chain Emissions Report shows this has been a year of increased emissions...

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Major fashion and footwear brands linked to Amazon deforestation

A new report by Stand.Earth has highlighted how the world’s biggest fashion companies, including, Zara, Nike, Prada, LVMH and Adidas are potential contributors to deforestation in the Amazon rainforest. The cattle industry, which includes the procurement of leather, is the single largest driver of deforestation. Fashion linked to deforestation...