Sustainability Pulse

H&M Group promotes sustainability and ethical labor practices in Bangladesh, but it needs to be clarified whether their initiatives have improved pay or the health and safety of garment workers. Their focus is on reducing carbon emissions, raising the question: Can sustainability be discussed without addressing the need to reduce production? Join the conversation as we navigate these critical discussions and strive for meaningful progress in the fashion industry. #newsletter #sustainability #hm #carbonemissions Vera L. Substack

If you're feeling overwhelmed with shopping this Black Friday, consider shifting your focus to decluttering versus acquiring. "Imagine a tool that organizes your entire wardrobe, tracks resale value, and lists items across multiple platforms, all with just a few clicks. That's Future Reference. By syncing with your email, it catalogs your fashion purchases from over 1,500 brands and calculates the resale potential of each piece. Future Reference gathers all the details and posts them across platforms, saving you hours of manual work." It's an honor to be highlighted alongside Phia in Vera L.'s recent article - Two Game-Changing Tools Revolutionizing Resale Fashion. Read the rest at: https://lnkd.in/e4Vx4ctg

Evidence of the downward spiral.... continued. A recent report noted that "Temu’s monthly U.S. user base has grown to 51.4 million since its September 2022 launch, over which period Amazon’s U.S. user base fell from 69.6 million to 67 million.” 🧺 No surprise, then, that Amazon just launched "Amazon Haul” offering thousands of mostly unbranded products at prices below $20…as a response to the “success” of SHEIN and Temu selling low price point items.  💲The competition extends to branded products as well. According to ChinaSellers from BrandsFactory, “in June, Anker Innovations LTD partnered with Temu as a semi-managed seller, which led to a noticeable pricing discrepancy. 🎧For example, an Anker over-ear headphone priced at $55.99 on Temu is listed at $79.99 on Amazon—representing a roughly 20% discount after commissions. Temu employs a dynamic pricing model based on Amazon, offering products from U.S. or European trademarked merchants with $300,000+ in sales for six months at 75%-85% of Amazon's prices. Sellers with overseas credentials are priced at 90%, while unbranded items are set to be the lowest price online. Unlike Amazon, Temu charge no commissions or ad fees, enabling sellers to match Amazon's profits. 💨 Neither company is reporting their Scope 3 emissions nor are they paying for their negative social impacts. More privatized profits and socialized damage. Adam Rome Auden Schendler Samantha Taylor Annie Agle Jean Sydney Badger Abbie Morris Brett Mathews Matt Powell Gil Friend Joel Makower Mads Oscar Haumann Sucharita Kodali Leo Rayman Mark Trexler Kate Fletcher Rachel Cernansky Elsa Wenzel Tone Skårdal Tobiasson Ahmed Zaidi Cynthia Cummis Maxine Bédat

Can a brand like UNIQLO be considered sustainable? In an era where fast fashion dominates, Uniqlo strives to distinguish itself, but how does it measure up? https://lnkd.in/eHU9d54s #sustainablefashion #sustainability #news #headlines

This week’s Sustainability Pulse is packed with insights to push the sustainability conversation forward. Fashion-tech company unspun™ raised $32 million on the innovation front to scale its zero-waste apparel solution. AI’s role in fashion is expanding rapidly, from sustainable styling to trend predictions. Read more for all the details. #newsletter #sustainability #news #headlines

Regenerated polyester is a positive step toward reducing waste and minimizing environmental impact compared to virgin polyester. However, it’s important to recognize that it's not without its challenges. Whether recycled or not, polyester garments can shed microplastics during washing and drying, which can find their way into the ecosystem and even into the human body. There are also considerations around skin sensitivity, as polyester can trap moisture, potentially creating conditions for bacteria growth. While it's a step forward, there’s still work to find genuinely sustainable solutions. Chose natural fabrics when possible. #naturalfabrics #polyester #sustainablefashion

Yesterday’s Climate Week panel at NeueHouse was an inspiring deep dive into the future of sustainable fashion. The discussion emphasized a powerful truth: while brands must adopt sustainable practices, real change starts with us, the consumers. Key takeaways: • Repair over replace: Keep items longer, reduce waste. • Digital Product Passport: A path toward transparency and traceability. • Regulations: Not all brands are as sustainable as they claim—be mindful of greenwashing. • Consume less: The ultimate step toward sustainability is consuming mindfully. We, as consumers, have the power to drive demand and set new standards for the industry. The goal isn’t just better production but smarter consumption. Grateful to the insightful panelists: • Ali Mize Neiman Marcus Group Marcus • PJ Smith The Humane Society of the United States • Sophia Li, UN Human Rights Champion #ClimateWeek2024 #SustainableFashion #RepairNotReplace #ConsumeLess #Greenwashing #TransparencyInFashion #ConsciousConsumers #SustainabilityPulse

IMAGINE A SCENARIO WHERE OUR INDUSTRY REDUCED CO2 EMISSIONS BY OVER 50 MILLION TONS ANNUALLY Today, Pandora announced that as of now we only produce jewellery made with 100% recycled silver and gold. In our case it avoids almost 60,000 tonnes of CO2 emissions. We think that the jewellery industry should follow suit - there is nothing stopping anyone, the material is exactly the same since gold and silver doesn’t change composition with time. By the way this industry transformation would equal all CO2 emitted during 1 year in New York. Join the movement #circularity #climate

Starting Climate Week strong with Pandora ‘s exciting announcement! 💪🌍 This morning, we joined CEO Alexander Lacik at their Upper East Side store, where they revealed that all Pandora jewelry is now made from 100% recycled materials. ♻️ A powerful step forward in sustainability, and I couldn’t be more excited to share a moment from the event! #ClimateWeek #Sustainability #RecycledMaterials #Pandora #EcoFashion #ClimateAction

Woolmark managing director John Roberts says the aim is to give “an urgent call” to citizens and the industry at large to re-evaluate fibre choices. He continues: “Merino wool is inherently natural and renewable and has the potential to be a transformational solution to fashion’s impact problem. It offers a versatile, biodegradable, recyclable, and long-lasting solution – one that aligns with nature rather than working against it.” One of the campaign’s key messages is about consumer awareness given one in three people admit they rarely check fabric composition when purchasing online. #naturalfabrics #wool #sustainablefashion #fashionnews