Initiatives for the Planet

Find out what the Planetary Boundaries framework means for sustainability in the outdoor industry.

From Svalbard to a soon-to-be-realized ice archive in Antarctica; glaciers are central to climate research, but are melting faster and faster. Scientists are now racing against the clock to collect and store ice samples for future research.

Can we combine hard climate work with fun mountain play? Not only is it possible, it may be necessary.

From scientists to global companies, forests are identified as a key to mitigating climate change. At the same time, deforestation continues. Meet one of the enthusiasts protecting forests – with the support of Swedish outdoor companies.

Ever since W. L. Gore & Associates was founded by Bob and Vieve Gore, treating people fairly and caring for the environment have been integral parts of the Gore culture.

Not just a label, Bluesign is about finding solutions to both today’s and tomorrow’s social and environmental challenges, avoiding risks and creating critical mass to enact positive change across the supply chain.

Nature continues to provoke and inspire ECCO’s researchers who have developed DriTan™, an innovative technology that drastically reduces the amount of water needed to tan leathers.

While the use of recycled polyester in textiles is finally picking up, we need to build our own recycling supply chain as the race for PET bottles has started.

Ride, Protect & Share, these three words represent the essence of who we are: a snowboard, ski, surf, and outdoor clothing brand who, while not taking ourselves too seriously, still want to effect change.

In 2020, the European Outdoor Conservation Association (EOCA) has challenged exhibitors at ISPO Munich to adopt the Plastic Pledge. EOCA explains what it’s about.

Most people won’t climb K2. What are the environmental and inclusivity implications of over-engineering gear as if they will?

Hazardous highly fluorinated substances or PFAS, are being phased out, but it’s proving to be a job easier said than done. Lisa Skedung, co-editor of the recently released PFAS Substitution Guide, shares how to put an end to them.