GLOBAL
INITIATIVES
The European Fashion Alliance, GFS 2023 – Copenhagen, Denmark
ESSENTIAL ROLE
of sustainability organisations
The gentleman’s agreement between the industry and the ecology led to the sustainability industry and a need for joint action among textile industry stakeholders. This paved the way for a collaborative approach towards sustainable practices.
Today, companies, policymakers, and consumers work together to create a more sustainable textile industry. Sustainable fashion is now a mainstream trend rather than a niche market, as more people demand ethical and sustainable options, a promising development that means sustainable practices are becoming the norm.
An important role of sustainability organizations and initiatives is to promote awareness about the need to adopt sustainable practices in daily life. By educating individuals about the impact their actions have on the environment and encouraging them to make small changes, these organizations can help create a more sustainable future for all.
Additionally, sustainability initiatives can work with businesses and governments to develop policies and practices that prioritize sustainability and reduce negative environmental impacts. Together, these efforts can help create a more sustainable and equitable world for current and future generations.
Goals
Programs
About
Goals
- Eliminate waste and pollution
- Circulate products and materials (at their highest value)
- Regenerate nature
Programs
- CIRCULYTICS
- Circular Startup Index
About
- Founded in 2010
- +1.000 partner organisations
- Operations on four continents
Goals
Programs
About
Goals
- Reduce emissions
- Living wage for all
- Reduce virgin resources
- Measure progress
- Build alliances
Programs
- Global Fashion Summit
- GFA Academy
- Global Textiles Policy Forum
About
- Supported by Mary, Crown Princess of Denmark
- Continuous participation in DAVOS World Economic Forum Meeting
Goals
Targets
About
Numbers
Goals
- Stopping global warming
- Restoring biodiversity
- Protecting the oceans
Targets
- 100% renewable energy across own operations
- Elimination of unnecessary plastics in B2C packaging by 2025, and B2B by 2030
- +50% of all plastic packaging is 100% recycled content by 2025 for B2C, and by 2030 for B2B
About
- Presented by French President Emmanuel Macron at G7 Summit in Biarritz
- Founded by François-Henri Pinault, CEO of KERING
Numbers
- Represent 1/3 of the fashion industry by volume
- Over 160 brands
- Operations on five continents, in 17 countries
About
Commitments
Programs
About
- Founded in 2009 by Walmart and Patagonia
- 280+ member organisations
- over 845 billions in annual revenue by members
Commitments
- 45% carbon footprint reduction by 2030
Programs
- HIGG Index – Apparel and footwear industry self-assessment standard