Initially aimed at securing commitments from 100 of the world’s largest emitters, the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) has now enabled over 5000 organizations to set science-based emission reduction targets over the past decade. In response to the escalating climate crisis, SBTi is transitioning from an initiative to a formal voluntary standard-setter to strengthen the…
Textile Exchange has unveiled the Material Impact Explorer, a groundbreaking tool that merges Google Cloud’s technical prowess with WWF’s conservation expertise. This cutting-edge platform is designed to help companies make more environmentally friendly material choices by focusing on critical sustainability metrics such as carbon footprint, water usage, and resource depletion. Key Features of Material Impact…
Elementor ile düzenleyin 5 June, 2024 – The USB Certification organisation successfully hosted its highly anticipated and industry-relevant ‘Sustainable Capacity Development Program’ event at the Radisson Blu Water Garden Hotel in Dhaka. This event, running from 10:00 am to 03:30 pm, was a significant step towards promoting sustainable practices and capacity building within the industry….
Textile Exchange collaborated with USB Certification audit and technical team for a pilot in Uşak between May 13-15, 2024 as part of the upcoming standard update and unification, set to be implemented in 2026. The pilot focused on auditing of a recycling site for cotton products and evaluation of the standard requirements against the backdrop of…
On June 27, 2024, the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) announced the latest update to the Candidate List of Substances of Very High Concern (SVHCs). With the addition of one new substance, the current SVHC list now contains a total of 241 substances. New Substance Added to the SVHC List: Bis(α,α-dimethylbenzyl) peroxide (EC Number: 201-279-3, CAS…
Child Safety in the UK Under Scrutiny: Chemical Regulations Lag Behind EU Standards The regulation of chemicals used in toys and playgrounds in the UK is considered weaker compared to the European Union (EU). This situation raises concerns about potential risks to children’s health. Experts warn that the UK’s failure to implement the EU’s strict…
2024 is anticipated to witness significant growth in merger and acquisition (M&A) activities in the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) sector. According to a report by ISEA and ArkMalibu, large cash reserves held by strategic and financial buyers and confidence in economic conditions are driving this increase. The $2.6 trillion in private equity reserves and increased…
The 95th Pitti Immagine Filati, held in Florence, took place with the main theme of sustainability. Exhibitors from all around the world presented their latest yarn collections with a diverse range of products, including ecological and technologically advanced materials. Many exhibitors showcased sustainable yarns and production methods, emphasizing their commitment to ecological practices. By providing…
The Better Cotton Annual Conference 2024, headlined by USB Certification, brought together industry leaders, farmers, and experts for two days of insightful discussions and inspiring stories. Aarti Kapoor from Embode opened with a keynote on individual impact across supply chains. Better Cotton Farmer Nazia Parveen shared her journey of overcoming barriers in Pakistan, exemplifying the…
The Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) has announced the release of new standards by the International Standards Organisation (ISO) under the numbers ISO 5354 (parts 1 and 2). These standards are aimed at improving the detection of DNA in cotton used for textile production and will replace the previous IWA 32:2019 standard. ISO/DIS 5354-1.2 :…
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