In what might be seen as the natural end-game of the outdoor industry’s march towards sustainability, the 7-year-old Swedish brand Röjk Superwear has made the ambitious pledge to make their entire line 100% biodegradable and natural by 2020. Zippers, buttons, fabric, dyes – everything. Perhaps bolder still is their pledge to discontinue all products that cannot be made 100% biodegradable.
A jury member on bio-based materials, the new Cellulose Forum and how regenerated cellulosic fibers compare with cotton.
Suston asks Deuter and Rab how they’re preparing for the EU’s EmpCo Directive deadline in sustainability communication.
Edelrid’s Gini Illing on sustainable climbing gear, recycled materials, and the safety limits of greener PPE design.
While other brands and retailers take their “eco-labels” off the market, Vaude goes in the opposite direction with its Green Shape label.
