Sustainability

Leading global apparel company Gap Inc. has joined the U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol and Textile Exchange’s 2025 Sustainable Cotton Challenge as part of its integrated sustainability strategy and to help it achieve its commitment to use only 100% sustainably-sourced...

Sustainable consumer habits have gained quite a lot of significance over the years. The major driving forces include the realisation of environment damaging practices, and the strong desire to make eco-friendly choices. Further, millennials and Gen Z consumers have taken...

Clothing labels need to be clearer when it comes to showing how a product is sustainable, as transparency continues to be a key driver of purchasing decisions, says GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company. Hannah Abdulla, Apparel Correspondent at GlobalData, says: “Sustainability is fast...

The COVID-19 pandemic has acted to further galvanise consumers in demanding more responsible products and fashion firms already have the necessary tools at hand, writes GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company. Beth Wright, Apparel Correspondent for GlobalData, comments: “The pandemic has...

Sustainability was the buzz word of 2019 and would have continued to increase in prominence in 2020. However, the global outbreak of coronavirus (COVID-19) will bring progress to a halt, according to GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company. Emily...

Awareness among Indian consumers towards sustainable and ethical practices of brands has increased, which has led to a significant shift in their behaviours, according to a report.According to a PTI report: This shift indicates need for retailers to immediately...

Sixteen retail fashion brands have signed the Su.Re (sustainability resolution) project launched by the Textile Ministry, IMG Reliance and Clothing Manufacturers Association Of India (CMAI).Textile Minister Smriti Irani launched the project, in association with the UN, on Thursday at...