Europe and France tighten textile rules: What to know

A new eco-score and textile waste law will transform how fashion is made, sold and recycled, piling pressure on brands to clean up their act. Read More

Why Venus Williams wore wool at the U.S. Open

The material's evangelists see the tennis star's latest outfit as a 'breakout' moment for the fiber in high-performance settings. Read More

Why Everlane switched to a ‘clean luxury’ message

The apparel company is looking to leave past controversies behind as it leans into natural fibers and a net-zero-by-2050 goal. Read More

7 states changing the stakes for packaging across the U.S.

Extended Producer Responsibility laws are rapidly expanding across the U.S., but success requires more than good intentions. Read More

How Mercedes-Benz, Cadillac and BMW are looking past leather

Volvo, GM and BMW are also investing in new materials to cut ties with carbon-intensive leather. Read More

Supply chain leaders are stealth weapons in the drive to net zero

Recent appointments by Levi's, Apple and others reflect the growing clout of procurement work — and a muted forward-march for sustainability. Read More

The trials of making ‘dirt to shirt’ tees in the U.S.

Three decades after NAFTA destroyed his business, Eric Henry is growing and sewing this $60 organic T-shirt close to home. But it's not easy. Read More

Why Mars plans to more than triple the amount of renewable energy it buys

The food and candy maker is adopting a unique approach to match Scope 3 electricity used for product manufacturing, distribution and consumption. Read More

Allbirds debuts waste-based shoes

The $140 sneakers are a shift for the natural fiber-focused brand. Read More

Estée Lauder has a new director of responsible sourcing

Former Credo Beauty exec Boma Brown-West is respected for building bridges and revamping supply chains. Read More