October 7, 2024 Textile Exchange’s Materials Market Report: the Good News and… Less Good News
Certified fibers like RWS wool, alpaca, and cashmere saw growth in 2023. Recycled polyester's share, however, declined to 12.5%....
October 4, 2024 From A to Z. Top 25 Sustainability Standards in the Outdoor Industry
You have seen the labels on many outdoor products – but what do they mean? Get to know the essentials of sustainability standards like GRS, Fair Trade Certified and Regenerative Organic Certification in this quick reference guide....
October 4, 2024 Outdoor Office: Can working outside boost both well-being and productivity?
Modern office work can be done just about anywhere – the pandemic taught us that – but still we continue to spend most of our time indoors. Meet two experts that are advocating a work life spent outdoors, and discover...
September 8, 2024 Visions from the Changemakers – Scott Nelson, European Outdoor Group
Scott Nelson, Managing Director of the European Outdoor Group, discusses the organization's impact, challenges, and future role in driving sustainability within the outdoor industry....
September 6, 2024 From passive consumers to active citizens: How repair helps regain our agency
Discover the benefits of DIY repairs and how they foster creativity, community, and sustainability, moving beyond consumerism towards a citizen-led approach....
September 6, 2024 Are classic products more sustainable?
In the outdoor industry, new seasons get all the attention. But alongside these, there are the brand stalwarts: The products that look the same, year after year. What makes these endure the test of time, and what are their benefits...
September 6, 2024 Traveling and volunteering – what should you bear in mind?
Learn how to combine travel and volunteering responsibly with expert advice that will help make your voluntourism experience socially and environmentally more sustainable....
August 8, 2024 Key principles for business within planetary boundaries
The Tarfala Think Tank is a committed group of scientists, innovators and leaders. At the 2024 meet-up, a call for business to become planetary guardians was formulated, with 13 key principles. ...
August 7, 2024 FAQ: Should natural fibers be used for more sustainable clothing?
It sounds intuitive that natural fibers are better for the environment than synthetic fibers. But are they? As usual, the devil is in the detail when it comes to choosing materials. We take a closer look at the advantages and...