October 3, 2022 Can “Nearshoring” Solve Our Many Crises?
Is "nearshoring" production back to nearby countries the solution to pandemic, war and climate woes? We take a deepdive into the bicycle apparel industry's efforts to find out....
September 19, 2022 Patagonia: “Earth is now our only shareholder”
Kicking off its next 50 years, Patagonia announces it is “going purpose” instead of “going public.”...
September 4, 2022 We’ve Got the Power
Many wait on politicians to sort out renewable energy production. Suston meets with three outdoor brands and retailers that, through their own wind and solar initiatives, are already leading the way....
September 1, 2022 Wolf Rewilding Mission by Jack Wolfskin
Outdoor brand aligns with National Geographic Conservation Photographer, Field Biologist and Wolf Expert Ronan Donovan....
September 1, 2022 Time to put Higg MSI controversy to rest? A question remains…
In response to the Higg MSI controversy, the Scandinavian Outdoor Group hosted a digital forum where the Norwegian Consumer Authority, the Sustainable Apparel Coalition and other members of the industry could put this case to rest. Still, just one question...
August 31, 2022 Forget “Green Growth”
According to Dr. Jason Hickel, author of the book “Less is More,” such “growthism” is the very reason we’re experiencing environmental collapse in the first place. Suston reaches out to learn more....
August 30, 2022 Backpack Made With Recycled & Cow Methane Materials
Osprey announces the Talon Earth, featuring PFAS-free, GRS recycled and Bluesign designated materials, as well as hardware innovations made using certified renewable natural gas from cow methane....
August 26, 2022 4 Sustainability Wins at Women’s Awards
The winners of this summer's Women's Gear Award #she is outdoors have been presented at Globetrotter - check out the four products that put both women and sustainability at the forefront....
August 16, 2022 Inclusive Thrive Outside Initiative Expands to Colorado
Funding from the VF Foundation has enabled the Thrive Outside Initiative to expand its inclusivity efforts to now encompass 13 regions across the U.S....