The FASHION TRACEABILITY News Thread #40 / Top Rank in an Accountability Report / Notable Progress for Germany's Supply Chain Act / and More...
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Welcome to the 40th GO TRACE Newsletter Edition, bringing you a curated selection of news on fashion traceability value chain and events.
Hope you enjoy it!
?? INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
Everlane Ranks Best in Fashion Accountability Report (2 min read)
Everlane tops the latest Remake Fashion Accountability Report, scoring highest among global companies for its sustainable practices. The report assesses brands on measurable progress in areas like carbon reduction and worker equity, spotlighting Everlane's transparent unionization rates and legislative support.
'It's important to get going': How fashion is navigating the many complexities of sustainability (3 min read)
Key fashion industry executives emphasized the importance of deep supply chain understanding for regulatory compliance and effective sustainability at a recent American Apparel & Footwear Association event. Ralph Lauren's Chief Product Officer Halide Alag?z highlighted the company's commitment to traceability to meet increasing standards for corporate responsibility and address sustainability challenges.
?? TRACEABILITY INNOVATIONS
Better Cotton 's new traceability platform by ChainPoint enhances supply chain visibility from cultivation to distribution, aligning with industry standards and regulatory expectations
?? BRAND INITIATIVE
Traceable Fashion Collections : Nobodys child 3 (1 min read)
Nobody's Child has unveiled a new Digital Product Passport program that includes unique NFT-based rewards for shoppers, aimed at elevating transparency and fostering a deeper connection with their conscious community.
20 Of The Best Sustainable Clothing Brands (8 min read)
Highlight of 20 key brands committed to sustainability efforts: notably, Chloé, which is dedicated to using lower-impact materials and enhancing garment traceability; Everlane, renowned for its "radical transparency" in disclosing the true costs behind their products and aiming for all materials to be certified as recycled, organic, renewable, and responsibly sourced by 2025; and ASKET, which offers full transparency about the production of their garments, focusing on creating a perfect essential wardrobe while minimizing environmental impact.
?? MANUFACTURER INITIATIVES
Trail Blazer Capital Corp announces a strategic acquisition of Waste2Wear , a firm noted for its innovative textile products made from waste plastics and a robust traceability platform to combat greenwashing in sustainable production.
?? LAWS, STANDARDS AND COMPLIANCE REVIEWS
The coalition of US apparel and textile bodies, including American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) and National Retail Federation , is advocating for a united strategy with the DHS to tackle illicit trade and enhance supply chain transparency, which is crucial for upholding compliance and protecting against economic and operational risks in the textile industry.
Under judicial administration since a Court of Milan order due to supply chain issues, Alviero Martini Spa receives a positive initial report. The company is taking significant steps, including terminating problematic contracts and implementing rigorous supply chain due diligence.
A year after its implementation, Germany's Supply Chain Act is making notable progress in enforcing corporate accountability in labor and environmental standards, though it confronts ongoing enforcement and bureaucratic hurdles.
The 'de minimis' loophole in US import law exempts shipments valued under $800 from tariffs and has become a significant factor in the apparel industry due to the rise of e-commerce. This loophole facilitated over a billion untaxed shipments entering the US in 2023, impacting domestic apparel makers by potentially undermining market competitiveness and complicating efforts to regulate the industry effectively.
?? DIGITAL PRODUCT PASSPORT INSIGHTS
SEAMM.io: Exclusive Showcase of On-Chain DPP Solutions for Luxury Clothing Brands at Paris Blockchain Week 2024 (3 min read)
Seamm , a tech company, unveiled its Digital Product Passport (DPP) solutions at Paris Blockchain Week, targeting luxury clothing brands. The platform integrates AR, customization, and digital twins into fashion, bridging the physical and digital realms, and aligns with upcoming EU digital passport regulations.
Martina Schiuma discusses The ID Factory 's approach to enhancing fashion sustainability through technology-driven traceability, emphasizing the need for an industry-wide collaborative effort to implement circular solutions.
?? ETHICAL TRACEABILITY INSIGHTS
Zara, H&M: The European retail giants tied to land grabbing and deforestation in Brazil (4 min read)
An investigation by NGO Earthsight highlights the unsustainable practices of H&M and ZARA SA 's cotton sourcing in Brazil's Cerrado region, marked by severe deforestation and exploitation, despite claims of sustainability under the Better Cotton label.
Sustainability is the Ultimate Luxury (8 min read)
Luxury brands are pioneering sustainability through enhanced ethical standards, responsible sourcing, and production practices, setting new benchmarks for luxury that deeply resonate with consumers' evolving values.
Fashion Revolution commemorates a decade of pushing for transparency and ethical practices in the fashion industry, highlighting the slow progress on issues like living wages and the urgent need for more effective decarbonization efforts.
领英推荐
The Soorty Regenagri Initiative spearheads sustainable textile production in Pakistan by integrating regenerative farming and digital traceability to bolster environmental and economic sustainability.
Article in Italian
Tesisquare, Sustainability and Supply Chain Traceability at the Heart of 'Sustain the Future' (3 min read)
The "Sustain the Future" conference hosted by TESISQUARE? focused on integrating enhanced traceability and digital passports within the fashion industry’s supply chains to meet strict ESG standards, facilitating a transparent and responsible sourcing process. Key discussions included the direct linkage of raw material batches to finished goods and extending product life cycles as part of sustainable post-sales processes, underscoring the need for holistic, proactive strategies to harness technology and foster supply chain integrity.
?? UPCOMING EVENTS
Functional Fabric Fair, Oregon USA
April 16, 2024 Time: 1.00 - 1.45 pm
Fashion Revolution UAE, Online
April 16, 2024 Time: 4 pm - 4:45 pm CEST
BFA Sustainability Summit, Birmingham
April 17, 2024 Time: 10.30 am (Part 1)
April 17, 2024 Time: 10.50 am (Part 1)
InfoPoint conference, Online and in-person, Brussels, Belgium
April 17, 2024 Time: 12.30 pm - 13.45 pm CEST
Sustainable Fashion Forum, Austin, USA
April 18, 2024 Time: 10.15 - 11.15 am
April 19, 2024 Time: 1.40 - 1.55 pm
April 19, 2024 Time: 3.45 - 4.45 pm
Fashion Revolution Greece, Online
April 23, 2024 5 pm - 6.30 pm CEST
Techtextil Frankfurt, Frankfurt Germany
April 24, 2024 Time: 2.30 pm – 4 pm
Sustainable Apparel and Textiles Conference,? Amsterdam, Netherland
April 23, 2024 Time: 15.45 pm - 16.15 pm
April 24, 2024 Time: 11.10 - 11.40 am
Webinar
April 24, 2024 Time: 11 am
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Embracing sustainability in fashion is like planting trees for future generations - a nod to Confucius. Let's innovate together for a greener tomorrow! ????#sustainablefuture