Sustainability
30 articles
Fast fashion's ethical dilemma: Less than 1% of clothes are recycled.
Less than one percent of the 116 million tonnes of global fiber produced annually is recycled into new clothing; the vast majority ends up burned or buried.
How Brands Can Authentically Engage in Social Causes
In India, qualifying companies are legally required to spend 2% of their average net profits on Corporate Social Responsibility activities, a mandate echoed in nations like Mauritius and Indonesia.
Brand Purpose Needs ESG for 2026 Relevance. Inconsistency Will Cost You.
Businesses now face a 'downwave' of media and investor interest in sustainable business, ending effortless ESG signaling, according to Trellis Group .
Fashion Materials: Environmental Impact and Sustainable Solutions
Every year, Americans discard over 68 pounds of clothing and textiles per person, contributing to a global waste stream where 85% of all textiles end up in landfills.
What is Integrating Brand Purpose with ESG and Why It Matters?
Patagonia, a company valued in the billions, recently sold all its shares to 'planet earth,' making Earth its only shareholder, as reported by Wildwitdesign .
What are the environmental and social costs of fast fashion?
In September 2012, a fire at the Ali Enterprises garment factory in Karachi killed at least 255 workers and injured over 100, according to UNSW Human Rights .
How Brands Engineer Products for Shorter Lifespans and Your Buying Choices
In 2010, a typical appliance lasted up to 16 years.
Sustainable Materials in Consumer Products: Cost vs. Value
While installing sustainable home systems might cost more initially, homeowners typically see their operating expenses drop by a staggering 40 to 70 percent.
Clean Beauty's Billions in Bloom: The Sustainability Paradox
The clean beauty market is set to hit $9.
Gap 90s Fragrances: Original & Relaunched Reviewed
Gap's iconic '90s Heaven fragrance, once formulated with polycyclic musk, has been completely re-engineered for its 2026 relaunch.
How to Evaluate Product Sustainability Claims Like an Expert
Consumers increasingly pay a premium for 'eco-friendly' products.
What is Product Lifecycle Management for Sustainable Choices?
The cloud segment within the Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) market is projected to grow at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 14.
What Are Sustainable Fashion Certifications and How Do They Work?
In 2022, the United Nations established a High-Level Expert Group to develop stronger standards for net-zero emissions pledges by non-state entities, directly confronting pervasive greenwashing.
Longevity Economy: Durable Goods See Surging Consumption
Despite the average age of cars in use increasing by 10% between 2013 and 2022, and household appliances lasting 2% longer from 2019 to 2023, consumer purchase volumes for durable goods have more than
The Complexities of Sustainability in Fashion and Beauty
The fashion and beauty industries grapple with measuring environmental impact and ensuring transparency in sustainability claims, often relying on complex Life Cycle Assessments.
Fast fashion's water use unsustainable; US textile waste crisis grows
Nearly 1.2 million tons of textiles are landfilled in California each year, revealing the immense scale and environmental cost of discarded clothing. This constant influx of fast fashion garments, oft
Refillable Beauty Sales Surge 364% Amid Sustainability Push
Sales of refillable makeup products surged by an astonishing 364% from January through July 2022, signaling a seismic shift in consumer priorities within the beauty industry.
What is Conscious Consumerism Brand Strategy for Ethical Products?
Products marketed as sustainable drove 44% of consumer packaged goods (CPG) growth from 2013 to 2025, according to Stern .
How to Integrate Social and Environmental Values into Business Operations
A recent study found that while 85% of consumers expect brands to be socially responsible, only 15% believe companies are genuinely committed to it.
France's New Law Challenges Fast Fashion's Business Model
On April 24th, 2013, the collapse of the Rana Plaza factory in Bangladesh killed 1,134 garment workers and injured thousands, according to Earthday.
What is Fast Fashion's Environmental and Consumer Impact?
Globally, the fast fashion industry generates more CO2 emissions than aviation and shipping combined, an environmental footprint largely unseen by consumers.
Leading Beauty Brands Driving Innovation in 2026
At VivaTech 2026, L'Oréal will unveil its 'Beauty Odyssey', showcasing a future where AI and science drive every aspect of its business model, according to Cosmetics Business .
The Psychology Behind Fast Fashion's Endless Trends
Consumers today buy 60% more clothes than in 2000, only to wear them fewer than seven times before discarding them, according to Projectcece .
Eco-Labels: What They Are and How to Build Trust
Despite some companies cutting energy costs by as much as 30% through ISO 50001 certification, the influence of eco-labels on consumer purchasing decisions remains largely disappointing.
Why Discerning Home Brewers Are Switching to Josefina Brew's Single Origin Coffees (Pros and Cons)
Discerning home brewers are increasingly choosing single origin coffees, with Josefina Brew leading this trend by offering authentic, traceable, and fresh beans sourced directly from farmers. This embrace of unique coffee identities over generic blends ensures a distinct taste experience rooted in specific 'terroir'.
The limited sustainability impact of circular fashion
Among pre-owned luxury buyers, only 14% shop secondhand to avoid fast fashion or reduce their environmental impact, according to GWI .
What is the fashion trend lifecycle and why does it decline?
Global garment purchases per person surged by 60% between 2000 and 2014, accelerating the pace of consumption within the fashion trend lifecycle.
K-beauty trends: Efficacy, sustainability shaping 2026 skincare
By 2026, 60% of K-Beauty product launches are expected to feature 'clean beauty' or 'sustainable' claims, according to Mintel .
Consumers Will Pay More For Skincare That Proves Its Ethical Sourcing
71% of consumers are now willing to pay more for skincare and wellness products if brands fully disclose the source and impact of their ingredients.
Skincare Product Lifecycle: The Journey to Sustainability
Twenty-seven major cosmetics companies have already pledged to reduce their environmental footprint through a new industry-wide initiative, signaling a significant shift in a sector often criticized f