The microplastics debate is missing the point
Synthetic clothing waste – not microfibre washing – drives most apparel plastic leakage. Here’s what the policy debate is getting wrong.
Rab’s Service Centres aim to keep outdoor gear going
Rab reveals latest Service Centre expansions as part of their circularity journey, striving to reduce the impact of their products at every stage of their lifecycle.
Natural fibers penalized? Why sustainability metrics fall short
Natural fiber scores underperform due to flawed tools. Better metrics are emerging to reflect their true impact from soil to society.
Cirql: materials for the next generations
Cirql scales biodegradable and recyclable foams, earning recognition and advancing circularity in the footwear sector.
Durability: a new benchmark
Durability is fast becoming outdoor’s new design benchmark. A GORE-TEX white paper calls for common definitions and transparent testing.
Footwear startup expands EU supply chain to reduce shoe production waste
Cirql joins forces with Frasson to expand recycled footwear materials in Europe, offering local access to components designed to reduce production waste.
Sustainability needs a reality check: Let’s talk about what’s actually working