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Political talks light up Swedish textile event
At a meeting hosted by the Swedish Fashion Academy, stakeholders in the Nordic sustainable fashion sector, and UK representatives, called on Sweden’s Environment Minister – who was present at the event – to develop an environmental profit and loss account for the textiles sector among three Nordic countries.
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China toughens stance on chemical pollution
A new document released by China’s environment ministry sets out commitments to clean up chemical pollution and targets the textile industry with a stricter chemical management plan as the government appears to acknowledge the existence of so-called ‘cancer villages’.
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New test for biodegradable textiles
Scientists in Germany claim to have developed unique laboratory tests, which replicate the decomposition of textiles in soil to allow retailers, textile chemical suppliers and recycling companies to accurately determine the environmental impact of fabrics going into landfill.
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Microwaves aid textile recycling
Innovative new textile technology, which uses microwaveable yarns to allow clothes to be quickly disassembled, aims to boost textiles sustainability, give cost savings and improve the overall end-of-life performance of garments.
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Traceability tool for Remei clothing
A new traceability tool from Swiss manufacturer Remei AG allows consumers to track the supply chain of their organic cotton clothing using a code on the garment’s label.
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Monsanto and OSGTA at loggerheads
Genetically Modified seed giant Monsanto is at loggerheads with the Organic Seed Growers Trade Association – which represents thousands of organic cotton farmers – leading up to the appeal hearing of a court case whose outcome might have significant consequences for organic seed growers.
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Planet Textiles
This year’s Planet Textiles Conference is to be held 22nd October 2013 in Shanghai. Jointly organised by Ecotextile News and Messe Frankfurt, Planet Textiles tackles the crucial issues of sustainability in the global textiles sector. Early-bird sponsorship opportunities and VIP packages are now available – for enquiries please email [email protected]
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In the February/March 2013 issue of the magazine – OUT NOW!
Pile it high. Sell it cheap: Alternative models to low cost sourcing, Mango CSR report analysis, IPE Director Ma Jun speaks to Ecotextile News, Round-up on recycled synthetic fibres, Holistic approach needed to textile waste water pollution, Brand transparency exposed on social media feature, Should RSLs be restricted? New dilemma for merino wool sector, Organic cotton process in West Africa, Interview: Fast Retailing explain Uniqlo eco-position and all the latest news, insight and analysis.
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