EU exports of used textiles have tripled over the past two decades

Nearly 1.7 million tons of used fabric was exported to other countries — mostly in Asia and Africa — in 2019, but whether it is destined for recycling, reuse or landfill is “highly uncertain,” according to a report published Monday by the European Union Environment. The report, which analyzes UN Comtrade data between 2000 and … Read more

Is the luxury set for resale ready products?

In some corners of the fashion industry, digital identities are seen as a game-changer in efforts to shift shoppers to more responsible forms of consumption and big brands to better business models. The idea is that by simply scanning a QR code consumers could access detailed information about the eco-credentials of their clothes and instructions … Read more