The ZDHC Foundation welcomes new members of the Roadmap to Zero Programme, including “sustainable” fiber manufacturers Spinnova and Eastman Naia.
The Sustainable Trade Initiative (IDH), which also supports Better Cotton Development Institute (BCI), and the British clothing brand BAM Bamboo Clothing have also joined the initiative foundation.
The foundation stated: ZDHC commends these organizations for joining our mission and looks forward to their one-year cooperation and participation in the Zero Emissions Roadmap Plan.
ZDHC’s network gathers brands, retailers, and manufacturers by establishing a common framework—Manufacturing Restricted Substances List (MRSL) Businesses and chemical suppliers are moving towards a cleaner and more sustainable industry, and companies can learn about environmentally harmful solutions and safer alternatives.
Take the Finnish fiber recycler Spinnova as an example. The company has a patented system that can reuse cellulose-rich textile waste. Therefore, the addition of Spinnova can provide contribute to the future development of the network.
CEO Janne Poranen said: Based on our experience in material innovation that does not involve harmful chemicals, we hope to develop a cleaner textile industry through various methods. We are honored to join this influential organization.
Eastman is another company seeking to close the loop in apparel production. It owns fiber brand Naia, which is made from sustainably sourced wood pulp and is fully traceable and Certified biodegradable.
IDH funds most of BCI’s businesses to increase the “sustainable” cotton production of the overall industry; like ZDHC, it is headquartered in the Netherlands and uses ZDHC’s network to engage in innovation business model, and environmentally friendly and socially responsible production and trade.
In addition, BAM Bamboo Clothing, headquartered in the UK, has also joined the ranks of ZDHC, which uses bamboo with “sustainable” properties to make sportswear.
