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Trends: Climate Activism and Green Politics on the Rise
It is no surprise that climate activism, especially among young people, has grown drastically in the past year.
Trends: Financial Sector Shifts to the Climate Crisis
amfori publishes its first installment of a series of trends affecting the sustainability industry. On this occasion, we share insights on the financial sector.
COP25 in Madrid: What Can We Expect?
Signatories gathered together to finalise the practical conditions of the Paris Agreement and prepare the field for COP26 in Glasgow.
amfori backs Fashion Industry Charter Communique on Climate Action
Signatories of the Charter share a fundamental commitment to drive the fashion industry to net-zero emissions in line with the goals of the Paris Agreement no later than 2050.
Finnwatch Recognises amfori BEPI as Climate Solution
amfori welcomes Finnwatch’s recognition of amfori BEPI as a credible tool for companies to reduce their environmental footprint in their global supply chains.
amfori Joins Fashion Industry Charter for the Climate
The association will join working groups related to decarbonisation and promoting climate action.
Green Button Label for Textiles Launched in Germany
Participating companies must show how they exercise their human rights and environmental due diligence.G7 Summit: The Clothing and Fashion Sector Commits to the Environment
More than 20 fashion retailers and brands signed a Fashion Pact in Biarritz, France.amfori Supports Sustainability in the Belt and Road Initiative
amfori is actively engaged in the Belt and Road Initiative to ensure that it provides long-term and inclusive economic growth without negatively affecting the society or the environment.#BeatAirPollution: China Hosts 2019 World Environment Day
This confirms the Chinese Government’s intention to move forward on environmental compliance.
EU Consumers Call for Sustainable Products
A recent study published by the International Trade Centre with the support of amfori reveals how retailers consider sustainability as a factor in product sourcing.India Takes Proactive Stance on Climate Change
amfori discussed climate change in Mumbai with various stakeholders.amfori BEPI Recognised on ITC Standards Map
amfori BEPI is now listed as one of the initiatives on the Standards Map of the International Trade Centre.
Plastic, no more Fantastic? EU Parliament Approves Plastic Ban
In a move to curb plastic pollution of the seas and oceans, the EU Parliament has approved measures which may ban the use of ten single-use plastic items by 2021.Climate Change: The World at 1.5°C
Read the highlights in the IPCC report showing the impact of climate change if the global temperature is limited to 1.5°C and register for the next webinar on climate risk and women in the agricultural sector.
New amfori BEPI Brochure: Better Environment
Read about how to manage environmental risks and impact in the new amfori brochure and the latest developments of this service.
Earth Overshoot Day: #MoveTheDate
This year, the Earth Overshoot Day arrives earlier than ever. Find out what is your ecological footprint and how amfori can help.Identifying Environmental Risks Made Easy
amfori BEPI recently released a new version of the Self-assessment Questionnaire, making it even easier for companies to assess environmental risk across their supply chain.
Earth Day 2018: Fighting Global Plastic Pollution
Learn more about amfori’s efforts to curb pollution and join us at our annual conference in Amsterdam this summer to hear from inspiring speakers who will address the world's most pressing environmental issues.
Targeted Improvement: Customised Starter-Kits for amfori BEPI Producers
Get the new amfori BEPI starter-kits to help producers understand the most important environmental areas within their operations
Environmental Training Extends to India
Beginning this year off to a good start, amfori BEPI offered its first ever workshop in New Delhi to support its growing network of producers in India.
BEPI Joins the Environmental Initiative of the Partnership for Sustainable Textiles
FTA signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the German Partnership for Sustainable Textiles (Textilbündnis) affirming the association’s commitment to sustainable chemical and environmental management in textile supply chains.
COP23 Calls on Non-State Actors
In Bonn, there was a strong focus on sub-national and non-state parties and the role that they play in mitigating the effects of climate change. Read more about the results from this year’s conference.