Industry associations Swiss Textiles, Swiss Fair Trade and Amfori have launched a new joint apparel program called ‘Sustainable Textiles Switzerland’ (STS 2030) that requires stakeholders along the entire value chain to act sustainably.
The Swiss apparel program is supported by the State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO) and the Federal Office for the Environment (FOEN), the Swiss sustainability roadmap foresees a massive reduction in gas emissions of the greenhouse effect in the textile sector and the promotion of fair wages, decent work and innovative business models towards a circular economy. In addition, the actors must ensure greater transparency so that sustainable purchasing decisions can be made.
During the implementation phase, the range of services offered by companies and organizations must be aligned with sustainability goals. In addition, all stakeholders must use a “proactive information policy” to encourage more climate-friendly consumption and purchasing, as well as a more sustainable use of textiles.
All participating companies, institutions and organizations must address the sustainable development goals through their business activities and regularly measure progress.
Signatories so far include retailers Transa Backpacking AG, Coop, PKZ Burger-Kehl & Co, Migros (including Micasa), Rrrevolve and glore Schweiz GmbH. Brands on board include Calida, Mammut Sportsgroup AG, Balsiger Textil AG (with Lavie and Journey Living), Holy Fashion Group (with Joop!, Windsor and Strellson), Collectif mon Amour and Blue Suit.
Last month, delegates to the World Fashion Summit in Copenhagen, Denmark, were told that global standardization on due diligence is necessary to bring about sustainable change.
While, at the recent Techtextil and Texprocess trade shows, a new European Fashion Alliance (EFA) was launched with the aim of fostering a thriving, sustainable and inclusive European fashion ecosystem.
Click here for more information on EFA and here for more information on Texprocess.
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Source: www.just-style.com