Older News
Raw Materials
2026-03-26
Textile Exchange publishes cotton Life Cycle Assessment study to strengthen impact data
Textile Exchange has published the first in a series of seven Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) studies designed to improve the quality and robustness of environmental impact data for raw material production across the fashion, textile, and apparel industry. The first LCA study focuses on cotton and addresses critical data gaps and methodology variability through new high-quality data across key producing countries. The study includes organic, regenerative, recycled, and country averages for conventional cotton production systems, providing a clearer picture of the associated environmental impact.
...moreSustainability
2026-03-19
Experts publish APAC policy priorities
Cascale today announced the publication of its APAC Policy Priorities Paper, developed by the Asia-Pacific (APAC) Policy Member Expert Team (MET) to identify key regional sustainability challenges and provide practical, aligned recommendations for policymakers and industry stakeholders across Asia-Pacific.
...moreSustainability
2026-03-05
GOTS version 8.0 released: advanced supply chain accountability, from fibre to finished product
Global Standard is pleased to announce the release of GOTS Version 8.0, the latest update to the world's leading processing standard for organic textiles. The updated Standard strengthens requirements for air emissions and waste management, as well as criteria for product safety. It introduces new provisions on circularity, microfibre management and updates in residue testing. Version 8.0 also elevates due diligence obligations and formalises governance requirements, including ESG disclosure, anti-corruption policies and conflict-of-interest safeguards, to support credible, responsible business conduct.
...moreNews Archive
Sustainability
The nova-Institute establishes new Renewable Feedstock Department to lay the groundwork for industrial defossilisation
Sustainability
Textile Exchange unveils commitment-based pathway for members to accelerate responsible raw material production
Textile chemistry
Jeanologia urges industry to accelerate PP Spray phase-out following ZDHC Watchlist update
Textiles & Apparel / Garment
Global Standard strengthens presence in Southeast Asia at VIATT 2026
Sustainability
Ying McGuire becomes new CEO of Cascale
Sustainability
VAUDE eliminates PFAS from all products
Sustainability
Apparel Impact Institute announces strategic realignment of climate solutions portfolio to accelerate decarbonization
Sustainability
