Circular Economy
Allbirds debuts waste-based shoes
The $140 sneakers are a shift for the natural fiber-focused brand. Read More
Why the global plastics talks collapsed — and what’s next
One significant sticking point: the refusal of plastic-producing nations, including the U.S., to agree to production limits. Read More
IKEA’s biggest retailer funds Chinese food packaging recycler
Ingka Group is investing an undisclosed sum in Re-mall, a producer of post-consumer propylene. Read More
6,000 garments and over $1M in sales: How to tell if a resale program is successful
Brands hit new highs when resale revenue displaces the production of some new products. Read More
Paper wrappers and curbside composting: The next 10 years of sustainable packaging
Not having to flatten cardboard boxes could happen in the next decade. Read More
How Carter’s, H&M and Gap are making kidswear more sustainable
The three fashion giants are advancing safety and circularity, in ways similar and not. Read More
How Klean Kanteen steeled the water bottle market
The stainless pioneer is withstanding tariffs, copycats and fads with a steady focus on its original values. Read More
These 5 companies hope to spin old polyester threads into fashion gold
Like many startups in the space, they are forming waste-based supply chains, one partner at a time. Read More
Adidas, Converse and Nike are among those advancing cutting-edge circular shoes
Innovations include 3D printing, mushrooms and recycling options for consumers. Read More
What Keen learned from booting forever chemicals from its footwear
The company shared its playbook for eliminating cancer-linked PFAS chemicals years before laws required it. Now it’s turning to the next toxic target. Read More
