Explainer: COP29 is looming, how will fashion fare?
As COP29 nears, fashion industry executives explore the progress the sector is making on reaching its climate commitments.
17 September 2024
17 September 2024
As COP29 nears, fashion industry executives explore the progress the sector is making on reaching its climate commitments.
International Textile Manufacturers Federation (ITMF) secretary general Dr. Christian P. Schindler tells Just Style AI is a priority as apparel producer price increases and geopolitical issues create a rocky global environment that hasn't been seen for at least 40 years.
A report by GlobalData shows that the French online shopping market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 2.9% between 2023 and 2028, driven by continuous technological advancements from brands.
US apparel and textile industries have welcomed new plans from the Biden-Harris administration to crack down on De Minimis shipments, saying it's important to protect US consumers, workers and businesses from unsafe and unfairly traded products.
The Business & Human Rights Resource Centre (BHRRC) has criticised seven major fashion giants for failing to participate in its survey, which sought information on how brands are handling disruptions in Bangladesh, maintaining responsible purchasing practices, and supporting suppliers and affected garment workers.
Global non-profit Canopy has identified a huge opportunity for India to lead the global alternative fibre industry and is calling for $13-15bn of investment to help the country transform agricultural and textile waste into low-carbon materials, reducing emissions and boosting green jobs.
A survey conducted by non-profit Changing Markets Foundation has revealed an increase in the use of synthetic textiles, as the organisation warns the EU’s anti-greenwashing plans make polluting fabrics a better choice than organic cotton.
Pakistan's Sapphire Mills has teamed up with a polyolefin-based stretch yarn producer XLANCE Srl to revolutionise workwear by integrating XLANCE's sustainable stretch technology, providing enhanced durability and comfort.
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