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2026-05-07

A new standard to combat plastic waste in forests

With DIN SPEC 35808 “Tree Shelter for Forestry Applications,” the testing and research service provider Hohenstein, in collaboration with Rottenburg University of Forestry, as well as forestry authorities and industry partners, has established a clear framework for bio-based and fully biodegradable tree shelters. The pre-standard defines requirements and practical testing methods designed to reduce plastic waste in forests and strengthen the long-term protection of soil and the environment.

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2026-04-30

bluesign technologies introduces bluepass

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#Research & Development
2026-04-09

Hohenstein publishes 2025 Sustainability Report

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Sustainability

2026-03-05

The nova-Institute establishes new Renewable Feedstock Department to lay the groundwork for industrial defossilisation

The transition from fossil-based to renewable carbon – sourced from biomass, CO₂ utilisation and recycling – is the cornerstone of a climate-neutral chemical industry. The nova-Institute’s new department is dedicated to providing the essential data, analyses and strategic roadmaps required to secure a reliable future feedstock supply and make this transition a commercial and ecological reality.

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Sustainability

2026-02-26

Textile Exchange unveils commitment-based pathway for members to accelerate responsible raw material production

Textile Exchange has unveiled further details about its new membership structure, designed to guide the fashion, textile, and apparel industry in a collective course of action toward preferred production systems for raw materials and fibers.

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Textile chemistry

2026-02-19

Jeanologia urges industry to accelerate PP Spray phase-out following ZDHC Watchlist update

Potassium permanganate has officially entered the Chemical Watchlist of the ZDHC Foundation, signaling increased scrutiny and potential phase-out of one of the most hazardous chemicals still used in denim finishing. The inclusion confirms an industry shift that Jeanologia anticipated more than a decade ago.

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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

OEKO-TEX® chooses TextileGenesis to advance digital traceability for organic cotton

Europe

ICAC to support European Commission on pending PEF legislation

Nonwovens

ENDURANCE Program: Driving operational sustainability at Magnera

Sustainability

Apparel Impact Institute announces strategic realignment of climate solutions portfolio to accelerate decarbonization

Sustainability

Cascale Forum: Colombo convenes 500+ manufacturers brands, and stakeholders to advance capacity building and collaboration across the consumer goods industry

Business

Canopy introduces a first-of-its-kind $2 billion USD investment blueprint to decarbonize global materials supply chains

Sustainability

Storm Creek achieves bluesign® PRODUCT status

Yarns

Textile Exchange publishes the final criteria for its new Materials Matter Standard, marking a pivotal shift in connecting certification to impact

Nonwovens

EDANA wraps up its Sustainability & Policy Forum 2025: Uniting the industry and EU policymakers to navigate the future of nonwovens

Sustainability

YKK recognized with Top ‘A’ rating by CDP for climate change leadership for third consecutive year

Weaving

Itema announces strategic partnership with Ivy Decarb to accelerate decarbonization in weaving process

Man-Made Fibers

Teijin Carbon Europe receives EcoVadis Silver status – ranked among the top 15% of evaluated companies

 
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