Fashion Our Future Series 3⎢Part 1: Circularity and supply chain transparency with Katrin Ley
Nov 12, 2024
Katrin Ley, Head of Fashion for Good and a champion of sustainable fashion, shares her insights on the intricate supply chains affecting the industry. She discusses the urgent need for global transparency and international standards, referencing key milestones like the European Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence directive. Katrin also highlights the shift towards a circular fashion model, featuring innovative techniques and collaborations that support sustainability. Plus, she delves into the role of a new generation of designers pushing for a more responsible future.
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Fashion Supply Chain Complexity
- The fashion supply chain is complex, global, and impactful, involving numerous suppliers from raw materials to retail.
- Understanding this complexity is crucial for grasping the environmental and social impacts of fashion.
Need for International Standards
- Global supply chain transparency requires international agreements on ethical and environmental standards.
- A few leading brands and activist organizations are pushing for change, but standards are needed to level the playing field.
CSDDD: A Milestone
- The European Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) is a milestone for supply chain transparency.
- It requires businesses to map their supply chains, assess risks, and communicate findings to stakeholders.