2022

by Kyna Intel created 2022-01-01T00:00:01+07:00
Workers at Adidas supplier continue strike
by Kyna Intel — last modified Jun 02, 2022 02:06 PM

"Workers at Adidas supplier Can Sports Shoe continued their strike this morning demanding better working conditions at the factory" (00:27-minute video). [Ed's note: see entry for Can Sports in the Op ...

Introducing the BoF Sustainability Masterclass Series
by Kyna Intel — last modified Jun 02, 2022 02:06 PM

"The BoF Sustainability Index 2022 finds fashion’s efforts to improve environmental and social impact are falling short. Join us for a new masterclass series designed to explore key levers for change. ...

New phase in microfibre shedding action announced
by Kyna Intel — last modified Jun 02, 2022 02:06 PM

"The ZDHC Foundation (ZDHC) and The Microfibre Consortium (TMC) have unveiled details of the next stage of a major initiative to address the issue of microfibres in textile manufacturing wastewater." ...

Chantelle launches fully recyclable lingerie line
by Kyna Intel — last modified Jun 02, 2022 02:06 PM

"Launched in France, the Chantelle Group is now launching its 100% recyclable Chantelle One series on the German market. According to the company, it has not previously been possible to completely rec ...

Candiani and Lenzing debut hemp-infused Tencel fabrics
by Kyna Intel — last modified Jun 02, 2022 02:06 PM

"Lenzing and Candiani Denim have developed Tencel Limited Edition with hemp and Coreva fabrics. The fabric is a blend combining the Italian mill’s biodegradable stretch denim technology with the Austr ...

Tamsin Lejeune: Saving the world in style
by Kyna Intel — last modified Jun 02, 2022 02:06 PM

"Tamsin Lejeune, founder and CEO of the Ethical Fashion Forum and Common Objective, is uniting a global community behind a mission to make fashion more sustainable. Lejeune worked as an architect befo ...

Higg Brand and Retail Module scores 2021
by Kyna Intel — last modified Jun 02, 2022 02:06 PM

"The Higg Brand and Retail Module (BRM) is part of the Higg Index, a suite of tools for the standardized measurement of value chain sustainability. These tools make it possible to measure the environm ...

Dyeing innovations disrupting the fashion industry
by Kyna Intel — last modified Jun 03, 2022 01:04 PM

"It is no secret that traditional dyeing methods devastate the environment and pose health risks to humans. It is a reality that begs the question, isn’t it time for the textile industry to seriously ...