Supply Chain

As a plant-based fiber, man-made cellulosics have the potential to be a more sustainable choice because they are renewable. But the production process can contribute to deforestation. Read More

Consumer purchases no longer trigger market booms. Speculative investments do. Read More

The first fabric made entirely in a laboratory, nylon is most often found in activewear, swimwear and other technical performance garments because of its durability and useful stretch properties. Read More

The most widely used fiber in the world, polyester accounts for roughly half of the fiber market overall and about 80 percent of all synthetic fibers. Read More

Natural and renewable, it’s a popular choice for brands and consumers looking to make more sustainable fabric choices, but cotton comes with its fair share of social and environmental risks. Read More

Almost any textile you can think of, from cotton to leather to nylon, has social and environmental impacts risks at every level of its supply chain. Read More

A new tool, released today, aims to push apparel and home furnishings companies further toward sustainability, and ramps up efforts by the textile and fashion industries to align material choices with the Sustainable Development Goals. Read More

There's a movement to regulate toxics such as Chlorpyrifos and PFAS. Read More

Carmakers are coming under increasing pressure to ensure the materials used for electric vehicle production are responsibly sourced. Read More

The water-repellent coating on many biodegradable products can cause harm in waste management and human health. Read More