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rPSF – the need for policy reform to enhance textile sustainability
Apr 26, 2024
In recent years, sustainable development has garnered significant attention across various industries. Among these sectors, the textile industry has notably advanced in adopting eco-friendly practices predominantly guided by large companies promoting their persona of eco-friendly business models. One of the key focus areas includes the use of recycled or alternative man-made fibers (MMFs) such as the recycled polyester staple fiber (rPSF) to reduce the heavy reliance on virgin materials and associated environmental pollution. Currently, man-made fibers make up 72% of global textile fiber consumption, and the demand for polyester in the global market is expected to grow at Compound Annual Growth Rate of 4.95% (USD 29 billion) by end of CY27.
Innovative Materials and Processes in Sustainable Textile Production
Apr 26, 2024
The textile industry is at a critical point, facing environmental challenges and a pressing need for sustainability. Traditional practices have led to significant ecological footprints, including water pollution, carbon emissions, and waste generation. As global concern over climate change and resource depletion increases, the demand for sustainability in the textile sector is escalating.
Texprocess 2024: Technology Shapes The Future Of Textile Processing
Apr 26, 2024
FRANKFURT, Germany — April 24, 2024 — The textile processing industry is looking to Frankfurt these days, where Texprocess, the leading international trade fair for the processing of textile and flexible materials, will once again open its doors from April 23 to 26.
EU Parliament Approves Supply Chain Law
Apr 26, 2024
The European Parliament vote on April 24, 2024, to approve the proposed European law to require large companies to prevent and remedy human rights and environmental abuses in their global supply chains is a step forward for corporate accountability, Human Rights Watch said today.
The Minister of Labour and Vocational Training, Heng Sour, held a meeting to collect input from Planète Enfants & Développement organization and the World Bank to prepare community nurseries for workers to international standards.
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