2022

by Kyna Intel created 2022-01-01T00:00:01+07:00
The radical act of curbing consumption
by Kyna Intel — last modified Aug 08, 2022 10:31 AM

"Disconnecting from fashion’s hype cycle is the most effective way to both curb the industry’s environmental impact and develop a better relationship with our clothes, writes Alec Leach. [...] But buy ...

RGE co-founds recycling research centre
by Kyna Intel — last modified Aug 08, 2022 10:31 AM

"Nanyang Technological University (NTU) in Singapore has teamed up with leading viscose manufacturer Royal Golden Eagle (RGE) to establish a research facility that will aim to accelerate innovation in ...

A hemp industry on the horizon in Bas-Saint-Laurent
by Kyna Intel — last modified Aug 08, 2022 10:31 AM

"Hemp fiber cultivation has been slow to take hold in Quebec, but the Union des producteurs agricoles (UPA) du Bas-Saint-Laurent and the Institut de recherche en économie contemporaine (IRÉC) are join ...

Metersbonwe workers owed back wages for 4 months
by Kyna Intel — last modified Aug 08, 2022 10:31 AM

"On the afternoon of August 5, the topic of Metersbonwe and unpaid wages was a hot topic on social media. According to reports, Metersbonwe employees in Shanghai, Liaoning, Tianjin and other places re ...

Canadian brand acquires upcycling specialist
by Kyna Intel — last modified Aug 08, 2022 10:31 AM

"Ecologyst Outfitters, a self-described ‘planet-conscious’ fashion brand, has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Frankie Collective, a streetwear manufacturer that upcycles vintage and unsold it ...

Does buying less hurt garment workers?
by Kyna Intel — last modified Aug 08, 2022 10:31 AM

"Every year, Remake launches #NoNewClothes, a campaign that asks consumers to stop buying new clothing for three months. From June 1 to September 1, many of us within the Remake community and beyond t ...

Brand Performance Check: Van Heurck
by Kyna Intel — last modified Aug 08, 2022 10:31 AM

"Summary: Van Heurck nv (hereafter referred to as Van Heurck) has met most of Fair Wear's performance requirements. With a score of 93, the member is placed in the ‘Leader’ category. Although the moni ...