The Fashion Revolution Calls Out Brands for Failing to Meet Emissions Goal
Using decarbonization and energy-related data, Fashion Revolution is replacing its Fashion Transparency Index with the What Fuels Fashion Report and has been tracking its data for the last seven years. The findings? The fashion industry is failing to take action on decarbonization goals.
Nike Under Fire for Supply Chain Human Rights and Labor Standards
Nike is under review by smallholder investors for mismanagement of human rights and labor standards in its supply chain. A group of 70 shareholders that own $4.4 trillion in Nike assets are escalating the issue after receiving no response to a letter last year that asks the company to pay millions in back-pay to Southeast Asian supply-chain workers that has been reportedly owed since 2020.
Sunglasses Made From Upcycled Wetsuits
Quicksilver has partnered with French eyewear producer Oceneo to create a 150-pair, limited-edition release of sunglasses created from upcycled damaged wetsuits. The suits were sourced through Quicksilver’s takeback program in six stores on the Basque and Landes coast in France.
3D Weaving Machine by unspun Could Cut Overproduction
unspun’s founders, Beth Esponnette, Kevin Martin, and Walden Lam, created a machine that can weave thousands of yarns into garments within minutes. This innovative technology increases production agility, reduces lag time in meeting the on-demand trends, and reduces overproduction to potentially lower global carbon emissions by 1%.
Recycled Cotton Polos for Team USA at Paris Olympics
Team USA appeared in 100% recycled cotton polos from Ralph Lauren for the 2024 Summer Games in Paris, representing a major departure for the fashion company. Previously made from virgin cotton, according to the brand, the polos took years of research and it hopes to signal to the industry that a shift to recycled materials is possible.
