Robots at a Danish company sort textile waste based on material composition and colour identification using near-infrared (NIR) sensors and cameras, a part of which is then converted into recycled fibres and yarns suitable for production of new garments.

Shein's latest sustainability report revealed two cases of child labor and a significant increase in emissions, from 9.17 million to 16.88 million metric tons of CO2e. The company has tightened supplier policies and is working on reducing emissions by 25% by 2030.

A collaborative research project by The VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland that seeks to address the challenges of energy and resource consumption in the forestry and textile industry is working on a low-carbon, water-efficient technology with the potential to reduce water consumption by up to 90% and overall energy consumption by more than half.

The Australian wool market reopened flat after a three-week break, with mixed conditions due to a stronger Australian dollar. While wool prices in USD rose, the market dipped slightly by 10 Australian cents. Non-mulesed (NM) and Responsible Wool Standard (RWS) certified lots saw premiums, with strong interest from top buyers in China.

The Aid by Trade Foundation (AbTF) known for its Cotton made in Africa (CmiA) and Cotton made in Africa Organic standards generated €8.1m ($9m) in revenue in 2023, despite global economic challenges.

Inspired by crushed limestone-based plasters historically used to keep houses cool in extremely sunny places, US scientists have devised a durable chalk-based fabric coating that cools the air underneath the treated fabric by up to 8° Fahrenheit.

ICE cotton prices climbed for the fifth consecutive day, with the December contract reaching 70.35 cents per pound, up 330 points over five sessions. A weaker US Dollar Index and concerns about extreme heat in Texas are driving up demand and raising yield concerns.

For the 2024-25 season, the US sold 93,000 bales of Upland cotton, with top buyers being Pakistan, India, and Bangladesh. Exports totaled 168,800 bales, mainly to Vietnam, Pakistan, and China. Pima cotton sales were 8,200 bales, primarily purchased by India and Peru. The USDA also noted 979,900 bales of Upland cotton carried over from last season.

The digital fashion outlet Afound, offering great deals on past and present collections from fashion and lifestyle brands, will close down, H&M has said following a review of the operation which revealed a lack of demand for it.

Pakistan garment supplier factories are being encouraged to embrace the new Pakistan Accord Workplace Program which aims to strengthen workplace safety and health and contribute to learning,

Texworld NYC showcased 750+ suppliers from 24 countries, with a focus on sustainability. The Econogy platform certified 330 exhibitors, and the Next-Gen Innovation Hub featured cutting-edge materials like mushroom-based leathers and plant-based textiles.

As part of International Labour Organization’s (ILO) work in driving advancement of formal and inclusive sustainable textile practices within Türkiye's green economy, the former has partnered with a women’s cooperative to promote eco-friendly textiles and raise awareness about the detrimental impacts of fast fashion.