Reconomy ‘first’ to adopt TNFD disclosures, launches green action …
WEB5 days ago · Reconomy, the international circular economy specialist, has launched its Environment Action Plan to advance climate and nature goals, committing to net-zero carbon targets and enhancing biodiversity through local and global initiatives. Shemona Safaya September 20, 2024. The company is reportedly already a member of the UK …
Cascale to help EU legislators make regulation practical for apparel
WEB5 days ago · Nonprofit Cascale tells Just Style exclusively it is in talks with EU legislators to understand the mechanics of what is practical for the apparel industry in terms of sustainability regulation with plans to expand that part of the business in future. Laura Husband September 20, 2024. Cascale plans to expand its work with EU policymakers …
OfferUp report claims 58% of shoppers prefer secondhand
WEB5 days ago · Credit: Shutterstock. The Recommerce Report 2024 found 53% of shoppers now find reselling to be an enjoyable experience, with 58% even preferring secondhand purchases over new ones. Additionally, 63% enjoy meeting in person for secondhand transactions and 51% have formed new friendships or meaningful connections through …
Shein launches €10m ‘Designer Incubator’ programme in Europe
WEB5 days ago · Ultra-fast fashion retailer Shein has launched a €10m ($13.26m) talent development programme which will support 250 emerging European designers. Shein unveiled the new plans at a fashion show at Pavillon Vendôme where it said the programme would identify, support and develop emerging European design talent, with an initial …
Fair Wear launches academy to support brands on human rights
WEB5 days ago · Fair Wear launches learning platform to support brands on human rights. Non-profit Fair Wear Foundation is set to launch an online platform aimed at helping garment and footwear brands navigate human rights due diligence (HRDD) and meet the requirements of the EU Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (EU CSDDD).
Explainer: Can AI solve apparel sector’s skilled worker shortage?
WEB5 days ago · Laura Husband September 20, 2024. AI is not the only solution to tackling apparel’s skilled worker shortage. Credit: Shutterstock. The textile and apparel industry needs SMEs to have access to the digital tools that will allow them to compete on a global scale, explains Rafael Cervone, the executive director of Texbrasil, which is the ...
Nike veteran Elliott Hill replaces John Donahoe as president, CEO
WEB5 days ago · Nike is appointing Elliott Hill as its new president and CEO to succeed John Donahoe effective 14 October 2024. Shemona Safaya September 20, 2024. Share. Nike stated that throughout his career at Nike, Elliott Hill held senior leadership positions across Europe and North America and was responsible for helping grow the business to more …
Explainer: What the analysts say about UK retail sales in August
WEB5 days ago · Despite a much-needed summer boost for the fashion sector, as evidenced by August retail sales, industry onlookers are not feeling as optimistic as the UK moves into autumn and consumer concern around their finances grows. Non-food stores sales volumes, the total of department, clothing, household and other non-food stores, rose by …