This is how the sporting goods industry deals with CSR & Sustainability – Page 16
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News briefsDecathlon UK launches affordable Back to Sport Pack
Decathlon UK has launched a Back to Sport Pack that costs under £25 (€29), to allow all kids to participate in sports. The kit, available in-store and online for ages 4–15, comprises shorts, a t-shirt, trainers and a backpack. Data from the sporting goods retailer has revealed that 63 percent ...
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ArticleFirst supplier list for Pakistan Accord signatories announced
The first list of suppliers covered under the Pakistan Accord has been published. The list, comprising over 400 factories, provides an overview of the names, addresses, production processes, number of workers, and the number of signatory brands sourcing from each factory.
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News briefsLululemon urged to decarbonize its supply chain
EcoAthletes, an advocacy organization representing 129 professional athletes, has signed an open letter to Lululemon asking the Canadian activewear retailer to phase out fossil fuels and commit to 100 percent wind and solar in its supply chain by 2030. According to EcoAthletes, in a letter which has been delivered to ...
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News briefsUK government unveils updated plans to minimize waste in textiles and other key sectors
The U.K. government has released a policy paper entitled “Maximising Resources, Minimising Waste,” which summarizes the actions it will undertake to maximize resources and minimize waste across a series of key sectors, including the textile industry. Through its Net Zero Strategy, the U.K. government is committed to the near elimination ...
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News briefsMizuno’s new running shoe features eco-friendly details
Japanese brand Mizuno is launching the new black edition of its sustainable Wave Neo collection. The Wave Neo running shoes use environmentally friendly materials such as recycled polyester and plant-derived materials. The new black color model also features Dope Dyed knit upper materials that use less water, reducing environmental impact ...
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News briefsThe Athlete’s Foot launches new CSR program
The Athlete’s Foot has announced the establishment of its new community engagement initiative in EMEA: the Impact Council. The Council will serve as a collaborative space to foster ideas, identify new avenues for community betterment, and provide a rotating “seat” representing initiatives chosen or highlighted by the Council every half-year. ...
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News briefsLululemon creates “Mental Wellbeing Global Advisory Board”
Lululemon Athletica has announced the creation of a Mental Wellbeing Global Advisory Board, which is meant “to help the company develop best practices and influence a global conversation to improve mental wellbeing outcomes for both employees and communities around the world,” the company explained in a statement. The new advisory ...
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News briefsUnder Armour announces extensive yarn sourcing deal
Under Armour has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Hemp Black, a subsidiary of Australian biotech firm Ecofibre, which will see Hemp Black provide specialty yarn to the sportswear brand for use in its performance apparel. The agreement, covering an initial three-year period, will also allow Hemp Black to invest ...
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News briefsAnne-Laure Descours features in Puma’s podcast
All episodes of Puma’s sustainability report podcast, Re:Gen Reports, are now available to stream. In the final episode, Puma’s Chief Sourcing Officer, Anne-Laure Descours, reminds audiences that it’s important for people in the North to “recognize how much people on the ground are trying to improve [factory working conditions].” ...
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ArticleKangaroo Protection Act introduced in U.S. Congress
The bipartisan bill introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives would ban the sale of kangaroo body parts in the U.S., including on footwear and apparel. Months ago, Puma and Nike announced they would halt further sourcing of kangaroo skins for their respective soccer boots. The Center for a Humane ...
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News briefsIndia considers incentivizing the textile industry to promote sustainability
The Indian government is considering incentivizing the textile industry to help promote sustainability practices, Fibre2Fashion has revealed. Roop Rashi Mahapatra, textile commissioner at the Government of India, delivered the message in a webinar titled “Sustainability in Action: Exploring Circularity and Sustainable Solutions in the Textile Industry,” organized by Fairtrade India ...
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News briefsAdidas joins Fashion For Good’s footwear recycling pilot
Fashion for Good has launched a new pilot with brand partners, including Adidas and footwear recycling innovator FastFeetGrinded, to test and validate footwear recycling processes and to support the uptake of recycled content in footwear, towards a more circular footwear industry. Globally, 24 billion shoes are added to the market ...
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News briefsDunlop’s sustainable new pádel ball
Source: Dunlop Dunlop has introduced its most sustainable model of pádel ball, according to Diffusion Sport and Tradesport. The Dunlop Eco Padel has a pressure-less core and a covering of synthetic felt that the company believes extend its shelf life and therefore make it ideal for occasional ...
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News briefsPentland Brands looking to establish a youth board
Pentland Brands is joining mission-led start-up The People to form a new youth advisory board at the heart of its employee experience. The group, whose brands include Speedo, Ellesse, and Berghaus, is seeking six young people under 30 in its key markets – the UK, USA, India, Vietnam and China ...
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News briefsUYN aiming for a post-synthetic future in technical clothing
As part of the “Plastic free” July, Italian technical sportswear brand UYN has unveiled a technical shirt made entirely of bio-based fibers. The special edition Reinvented bio-shirt is made with a mix of organic-based fibers that can replace traditional synthetics derived from fossil fuels and still allow for breathability and ...
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ArticleIOC announces shortlist for first Climate Action Awards
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has announced the athletes, International Federations (IFs) and National Olympic Committees (NOCs) shortlisted for the inaugural IOC Climate Action Awards. The purpose is to honor those in the Olympic Movement who are taking concrete steps to address the climate crisis. More than 70 applications were ...
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News briefsBrooks has a new partner in latest move towards responsible sourcing
Brooks Running is to partner with the global SaaS platform for supply chain traceability and compliance, TrusTrace. The move will deepen visibility across Brooks’ manufacturing supply chain and help identify and mitigate responsible sourcing and business continuity risks, with the aim of creating a more sustainable business. TrusTrace CEO and ...
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News briefsAbout You, Yoox Net-A-Porter and Zalando expand their “Fashion Leap for Climate” platform
On the second year of their collaboration, About You, Yoox Net-A-Porter and Zalando are expanding their co-created “Fashion Leap for Climate” climate learning platform. The three online retailers have extended invitations to 250 of their brand partners, up from 55 brands who took part in the first year of the ...
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News briefsDecathlon to run 17 stores in part on solar power
Decathlon Spain is installing some 12,542 square meters of solar panels onto the roofs of 17 of its stores, according to Diffusion Sport. It expects the panels to generate more than 3.7 million kWh, or about 35 percent of the stores’ annual consumption of electricity, for a savings of 1,277 ...
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News briefsZalando introduces size recommendations based on customers’ body measurements
The online shopping platform Zalando has introduced a new tool allowing customers to receive size recommendations based on their body measurements. Taking two photos with a smartphone in tight-fitting clothes is enough to determine body measurements and help customers find the right fit for their next purchase. This is an ...
