All CSR & Sustainability articles – Page 66
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News briefsNew footwear production technology introduced by Covestro, Cyclone and Huafeng
The German polymer supplier Covestro, textile technology company Huafeng and fiber technology company Cyclone from China announced the joint development of more sustainable production technology for running and sports shoes: The outer fabric is made from recycled polyester Cyclone yarns (rPET), selectively coated with Huafeng’s Haptic technology. Huafeng uses a ...
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News briefsKupilka launches circular economy pilot project
Kupilka, the Finnish manufacturer of ecological dishware and survival equipment, launched a circular economy pilot program in Germany on Jan. 1 in cooperation with the company’s German distributor, Impress Markets GmbH. During the pilot phase, customers residing in Germany will be able to send their Kupilka products to Impress Markets’ ...
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News briefsDonation record at Dynafit’s Snow Leopard Day
Dynafit recapped its International Snow Leopard Day 2022, which took place over the weekend of March 5-6, 2022. Thanks to the 2,031,686 meters of altitude covered by the participants and the sale of the exclusive Snow Leopard Day Limited collection, a total of €32,000 was raised, which Dynafit will donate ...
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News briefsAku adopts carbon footprint systemic approach
With the help and ISO 14067 certification of Bureau Veritas, the Italian footwear specialist Aku has started to implement a three-step carbon footprint systemic approach to all of its operations from sourcing to a product’s end of life. In the process, more than 800 components have been analyzed according to ...
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OpinionIs being waterproof the most important part of our apparel?
The outdoor industry has been characterized by the hero product made from Gore-tex (other shell materials are available). Is this really the focus of design thinking that should be championed? One of the great marketing case stories of the last 30 years is that those seeking to equip themselves now ...
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News briefsSporting goods companies react to war in Ukraine
(Mach 2) As reported by the Portland Business Journal, Nike has temporarily halted sales through its Russian website and app, stating that the company “cannot guarantee delivery of goods to customers in Russia.” While the reference to possible delivery difficulties is not a direct position on the Russian invasion of ...
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ArticleThe outdoor industry is teaming up to take a new approach to combating the problem of single-use plastics
A crucial outdoor industry initiative today unveiled industry-wide proposals for serious steps to address the problem of single-use plastics in the value chain. The European Outdoor Group (EOG) has released the Single Use Plastics Project (SUPP) report, which recommends a system for the elimination and proper care of protective plastic ...
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ArticleIsbjörn aims to reduce CO2 emissions by 50% by 2033, become net zero by 2045
Outdoor children’s clothing brand Isbjörn of Sweden has set out its ambitious sustainability pledge, which includes bold net zero targets, the complete elimination of microplastics and becoming a fully circular brand. Isbjörn is firmly committed to reducing its emissions by at least 50 percent by 2033, with an ambitious goal ...
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News briefsRe:NewCell announces early capacity expansion of new plant
Re:NewCell (publicly listed as “Renewcell”), a Swedish start-up specializing in producing materials from recycled textiles, has announced plans to initiate an expansion of its new Renewcell 1 plant in Ortviken from 60,000 to 120,000 tons of total annual capacity ahead of schedule. The company’s board is also considering bringing forward ...
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News briefsGlobetrotter starts sustainable action month
German outdoor retailer Globetrotter wants to get its customers excited about sustainable outdoor experiences from March 1 to 31. Both in the stores and online, numerous campaigns, workshops and events will be held around the topic during the “sustainable action month.” In addition to workshops on topics such as climbing ...
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News briefs66°North becomes first certified B Corporation in Iceland
Since the end of January 2022, 66°North (based in Iceland’s greater Reykjavík area) is the first Icelandic company to receive B Corp certification. The brand, founded in 1926 as a workwear supplier for fishermen, operates in Denmark, Iceland, Latvia and the U.K. and has earned an overall score of 93.5 ...
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News briefsmyclimate opens office in Austria
Since January 2022, the climate protection organization myclimate is also officially represented in Austria as myclimate gGmbH. With Christof Fuchs, the non-profit organization has appointed an experienced manager with a soft spot for sustainability as managing director. Source: myclimate Christof Fuchs Based in Vienna, Fuchs will look ...
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News briefsGerman Dynafit Snow Leopard Day on March 5 moves to new location
On March 05, 2022, Dynafit is organizing the 13th International Snow Leopard Day to protect its “heraldic animal”. Ski touring enthusiasts can collect altitude meters to support the endangered snow leopard. For every completed vertical meter, Dynafit will donate one cent to the Snow Leopard Trust, a non-profit organization that ...
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Nemo launches consumer-facing Adventure Resources edutainment portal
U.S. brand Nemo has created a new platform within its website to interact and educate consumers in an inclusive manner and reduce barriers to accessing outdoor activities. The ”Adventure Resources” landing page launch is coordinated with the premiere of Nemo’s new website and an internal, business-guiding “Impact Compass”. Its resources ...
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ArticleOrthoLite launches fully compostable midsole foam Cirql
Insole specialist OrthoLite and Vietnam-based material solutions company Cirql have launched a plant-based biopolymer foam that is EVA plastic-free, recyclable, compostable and comes with an end-of-life solution. The new OrthoLite Cirql sole offerings have their own website and claim to be the critical solution for true circularity within the footwear ...
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ArticleSustainable apparel brand Ecologyst partners with Indigenous Tourism BC
Indigenous Tourism BC (ITBC), a non-profit organization working to expand and promote sustainable, culturally rich Indigenous tourism in British Columbia, Canada, and sustainable apparel brand Ecologyst announced the formation of a partnership aimed at educating consumers about better ways of living, which includes a commitment to Slow Fashion and Slow ...
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ArticleStatement by EOG: A call to the outdoor industry to support Ukraine
Media statement by the European Outdoor Group The core purpose of the European Outdoor Group is to promote and lead on pre-competitive cooperation in the outdoor industry, with actions that are for the betterment of people and the planet. Underpinning all of this is a commitment to mutual respect and ...
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News briefsKeen to donate cash and supplies for Ukrainian refugees
Keen has pledged to donate, through the Red Cross and Global Giving, €50,000 in cash and products in support of refugees fleeing to Poland, Slovakia and Hungary to evade Russia’s recent invasion of Ukraine. The Oregonian company has in addition teamed up with distributors in Poland and Czech Republic, MM ...
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News briefsLaudes Foundation launches Transparency in Action portal
One week after the presentation of the European Commission’s draft Directive on Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence, the Laudes Foundation has launched the new Transparency in Action portal to help fashion brands around the world understand the role of transparency in the process. The free, industry-focused platform is designed to help ...
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News briefsClimatePartner expands Swiss team
The Swiss subsidiary of climate protection company ClimatePartner is further expanding its business structures in Zurich. With two experts for sustainability, climate protection and customer management, the areas of sales and customer support will be strengthened. Vanessa Müller will lead the sales team for commercial sustainability, and Guido Gabriel will ...
