For an industry built on aesthetics, the stats aren’t pretty. According to the UN Conference on Trade and Development, the fashion sector is now the world’s second largest polluting industry and with much media coverage lifting the lid on the worldwide environmental impact that retail therapy can bring, consumers are becoming increasingly savvy when it comes to where – and how – they’re spending their money. In this guide, we’ve collected sustainable best practice from across the retail sector to showcase what brands are doing to meet this change and to meet the needs of tomorrow, today.
The latest stats on retail sustainability – and how consumer spending habits are evolving
The opportunities in the supply chain, including new supply chain models
Industry best practice case studies
Expert comment from across the retail sector“Clothing brands have never been under such pressure to become more sustainable and our industry is stood on the precipice of great change. For modern retail, success lies in the supply chain. In recent years, it’s been imperative to make your route to market as quick and efficient as possible to maximise on sales and to beat the competition. However, new developments driven by a demand in sustainability have seen growth in new areas, impacting established retailers and how they operate.”
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