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Europe plans to ease sustainability reporting rules to compete globally (source: Reuters)
The European Commission is set to propose sweeping regulatory cuts to reduce bureaucracy and enhance business competitiveness. The plan, expected in March, aims to simplify reporting requirements, ease compliance burdens, and support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The initiative follows growing concerns that excessive regulation is slowing economic growth and innovation. By streamlining administrative processes, the EU hopes to create a more business-friendly environment while maintaining key protections. With European elections approaching, the proposal signals a push to balance regulation with economic dynamism, ensuring businesses can thrive in a competitive global market.
COS introduces ‘COS REMADE’ (source: COS)
COS has launched COS REMADE, a limited-edition collection that transforms surplus fabrics and pre-existing garments into new designs. Focused on reducing waste, the collection features five versatile womenswear styles crafted from 20% collected, pre-loved cotton pieces by COS. It includes tailored essentials, all crafted with durability and longevity in mind. As consumer demand for eco-conscious fashion grows, COS REMADE reinforces the idea that style and sustainability can go hand in hand.
ARKET partners with SOJO for repair service (Source: ARKET)
ARKET has teamed up with SOJO to launch ARKET Repairs in the UK, a service aimed at extending the life of garments through professional repairs and alterations. This initiative allows customers to fix worn or damaged clothing, reducing waste and promoting a circular approach to fashion. Available for a selection of ARKET pieces, the service offers high-quality stitching, patching, and adjustments to keep garments in use for longer. ARKET Repairs encourages consumers to invest in maintenance rather than replacement, supporting a shift towards a more sustainable wardrobe.
Fairfax & Favor achieves B Corp certification (source: Fairfax & Favor)
Luxury footwear and accessories brand Fairfax & Favor has earned B Corp certification, marking a major milestone in its commitment to social and environmental responsibility. The certification recognizes the brand’s efforts in sustainability, ethical sourcing, and community engagement. As a B Corp, Fairfax & Favor joins a global movement of businesses prioritizing purpose alongside profit. The achievement reflects its dedication to reducing environmental impact and fostering a positive social impact within the fashion industry. This milestone reinforces the brand’s mission to create high-quality products while upholding rigorous ethical and sustainability standards.
Avantium develops breakthrough solution for polycotton recycling (source: Fashion United)
Renewable chemistry company Avantium has announced a major breakthrough in recycling polycotton textile waste. The innovation enables the separation of polyester and cotton fibers, making it possible to recycle both materials efficiently. Polycotton blends, widely used in fashion and home textiles, have long been difficult to recycle due to their mixed composition. Avantium’s solution addresses this challenge, offering a sustainable alternative to textile waste disposal. This advancement could significantly impact the fashion industry’s circularity efforts, paving the way for greater textile recycling and waste reduction.
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