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New ZDHC roadmap aims develop
The Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals (ZDHC) Group, formed of leading retailers including Adidas, Inditex, Jack Wolfskin and Nike, has released a new updated version of its Joint Roadmap which outlines the coalition’s plans to achieve zero discharge of hazardous chemicals in the global apparel and footwear industry by 2020.
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Using technology to go sustainable
Three leading German technology companies used Techtextil to outline how smart technology can be used to address key sustainability issues facing the textiles industry, as part of the VDMA Blue Competence Sustainability Initiative. Brett Mathews reports from Techtextil, Frankfurt.
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Nylon biopolymer creates new interest
The Radici Group has reported growing interest in its nylon fibre yarns produced with biopolymers derived from castor oil plants. John Mowbray reports from Techtextil, Frankfurt.
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Collaboration key to tackle sustainability issues
Greater industry collaboration is crucial in order to address the key environmental and social issues facing the global textiles sector – that was one of the key message to come out of the annual Made-By event.
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Copenhagen sustainable textiles fair postponed
The CIFF Future Fabrics fair and conference, planned to be held this September as a platform for sustainable and innovative textiles for the fashion and furniture industry, has been postponed because of a lack of confirmed exhibitors.
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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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Home Textiles Sourcing Expo
Upholstery, bath, bedroom and kitchen fabrics and finished soft products will be showcased at the fourth Home Textiles Sourcing Expo, to be held this July.
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In the June/July 2013 magazine issue
Spiralling costs of certification and shipping threatens chemical suppliers; Organic and Sustainable cotton latest news;CSR Reports: just a box ticking exercise for large retailers?; Tougher European legislation on textile chemicals mooted; The rise of the ‘Made In’ label — but are some suppliers in Europe any more sustainable than their Asian counterparts? The Sustainable Textile Coalition launch: exclusive interview; Two Minutes with … The Sustainability Consortium;RITE Group reveals Academy plans; Textile printing looks toward a greener future; and all the latest news, insight and analysis.
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