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10.06.2024

Cascale to host Manufacturer Forum in Shanghai

Cascale (formerly the Sustainable Apparel Coalition) will host Manufacturer Forum: Shanghai on June 28, part of an annual series of events designed to amplify the voices of manufacturers around the globe. Featuring targeted programming designed to address local challenges faced by manufacturers, the event will highlight solutions provided by Cascale’s Higg Index suite of tools and growing list of impact initiatives. The event takes place at the Shanghai New International Expo Center in collaboration with ISPO Shanghai, the multi-segment summer trade show.

Following successful runs in Bangalore, Dhaka, and Shenzhen, Manufacturer Forum: Shanghai will further facilitate pre-competitive collaboration in order to share best practices and collectively address critical challenges. Keynote speakers include Colin Browne, the organization’s newly-appointed CEO, and Scott Raskin, CEO of Worldly, Cascale’s technology partner and event sponsor.

Cascale (formerly the Sustainable Apparel Coalition) will host Manufacturer Forum: Shanghai on June 28, part of an annual series of events designed to amplify the voices of manufacturers around the globe. Featuring targeted programming designed to address local challenges faced by manufacturers, the event will highlight solutions provided by Cascale’s Higg Index suite of tools and growing list of impact initiatives. The event takes place at the Shanghai New International Expo Center in collaboration with ISPO Shanghai, the multi-segment summer trade show.

Following successful runs in Bangalore, Dhaka, and Shenzhen, Manufacturer Forum: Shanghai will further facilitate pre-competitive collaboration in order to share best practices and collectively address critical challenges. Keynote speakers include Colin Browne, the organization’s newly-appointed CEO, and Scott Raskin, CEO of Worldly, Cascale’s technology partner and event sponsor.

Reflecting “Catalyst for Change,” the current theme of Cascale’s Manufacturer Forum series, the Shanghai event reinforces the organization’s commitment to support an open exchange between manufacturers and better understand their needs and ongoing challenges to jointly develop solutions.

Over 200 attendees are expected to attend the event, which brings together manufacturers with business leaders and critical stakeholders. Programming will cover a wide range of topics, including what manufacturers need to know about global policy, how strategic partnerships can drive industry change, the evolution of Higg FEM and verification processes, and the latest on decarbonization impacts. To aid goal and target-setting, there will also be dedicated training on setting Science-Based Targets for decarbonization, as part of an evolving and interactive program.

Quelle:

Cascale

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06.05.2024

Cascale announces new CEO

Cascale, a non-profit alliance for driving impact in consumer goods (formerly the Sustainable Apparel Coalition), announces Colin Browne as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective May 1, 2024.

Browne previously served as Interim CEO and Chief Operating Officer of Under Armour, a Cascale member. During his tenure at Under Armour, Browne oversaw sustainability efforts and, in addition, led significant transformations across supply chain, go-to-market and technology. In 2023, the company shared achievements related to its environmental footprint, product circularity, and renewable energy goals – some accomplished with Cascale’s Higg Index suite of tools.

Cascale, a non-profit alliance for driving impact in consumer goods (formerly the Sustainable Apparel Coalition), announces Colin Browne as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective May 1, 2024.

Browne previously served as Interim CEO and Chief Operating Officer of Under Armour, a Cascale member. During his tenure at Under Armour, Browne oversaw sustainability efforts and, in addition, led significant transformations across supply chain, go-to-market and technology. In 2023, the company shared achievements related to its environmental footprint, product circularity, and renewable energy goals – some accomplished with Cascale’s Higg Index suite of tools.

Prior to joining Under Armour, Browne was managing director of Asia Sourcing for VF Corporation, a Cascale member that includes The North Face, Timberland, Vans, and Smartwool brands. In addition to his experience leading brands, Browne also spent four years running manufacturing plants in Thailand and began his career at Bally Shoe factories in the UK. He has lived and worked in the UK, South Korea, mainland China, the Philippines, Thailand, Hong Kong SAR, and the USA; his international experience and localized approach underscore his commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) both in and outside of the workplace. Browne also served as the Chairman of the American Apparel and Footwear Association and was on the board of the World Federation of Sporting Goods Industries. As a member of the Worldly Board, the leader in environmental and social impact data for the apparel and footwear industry and the exclusive platform for Cascale’s Higg Index tools, Browne will ensure a unified approach to advancing sustainability initiatives across both organizations.

During his first 100 days with Cascale, Browne will connect with the organization’s 300+ members across the value chain, emphasizing manufacturer engagement and relationship building. He will also engage Cascale’s broader ecosystem of stakeholders including NGOs, governments, and academia. Browne is personally committed to Cascale’s vision to lead the consumer goods industry to combat climate change, foster decent work for all, and build a nature-positive future.

Weitere Informationen:
Cascale Sustainable Apparel Coalition CEO
Quelle:

Cascale

22.07.2021

Lenzing von EcoVadis mit Platin-Status für Nachhaltigkeit ausgezeichnet

Die Lenzing Gruppe ist mit dem Platin-Status im CSR-Rating von EcoVadis ausgezeichnet worden. Die Bewertung deckt umfassend die vier wichtigsten Praktiken im Bereich CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) ab: Umwelt, faire Arbeitsbedingungen und Menschenrechte sowie Ethik und nachhaltige Beschaffung.

Bereits in den drei Jahren davor hatte Lenzing herausragende Noten in allen Kategorien erhalten und war für 2018, 2019 und 2020 mit dem Gold-Status ausgezeichnet worden. Wir sind sehr stolz darauf, nach mehreren Gold-Ratings in den vergangenen Jahren nun den Schritt zu Platin geschafft zu haben. Bei Lenzing denken wir stets über Fasern hinaus und übernehmen Verantwortung für unsere Kinder und Enkelkinder, für die wir unser Bestes tun, um uns ständig zu verbessern. Diese Haltung ist Teil unserer strategischen Prinzipien, und wir werden weiterhin hart daran arbeiten, einen nachhaltigen Beitrag für Umwelt und Gesellschaft zu leisten“, so Stefan Doboczky, Vorstandsvorsitzender der Lenzing Gruppe.

Die Lenzing Gruppe ist mit dem Platin-Status im CSR-Rating von EcoVadis ausgezeichnet worden. Die Bewertung deckt umfassend die vier wichtigsten Praktiken im Bereich CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) ab: Umwelt, faire Arbeitsbedingungen und Menschenrechte sowie Ethik und nachhaltige Beschaffung.

Bereits in den drei Jahren davor hatte Lenzing herausragende Noten in allen Kategorien erhalten und war für 2018, 2019 und 2020 mit dem Gold-Status ausgezeichnet worden. Wir sind sehr stolz darauf, nach mehreren Gold-Ratings in den vergangenen Jahren nun den Schritt zu Platin geschafft zu haben. Bei Lenzing denken wir stets über Fasern hinaus und übernehmen Verantwortung für unsere Kinder und Enkelkinder, für die wir unser Bestes tun, um uns ständig zu verbessern. Diese Haltung ist Teil unserer strategischen Prinzipien, und wir werden weiterhin hart daran arbeiten, einen nachhaltigen Beitrag für Umwelt und Gesellschaft zu leisten“, so Stefan Doboczky, Vorstandsvorsitzender der Lenzing Gruppe.

Ein wesentlicher Teil der Strategie und der Verantwortung gegenüber kommenden Generationen sind die ambitionierten Klimaziele der Lenzing Gruppe. Lenzing hatte sich im Jahr 2019 als einer der ersten Faserherstellern weltweit darauf festgelegt, bis zum Jahr 2030 die CO2-Emissionen je Tonne Produkt um 50 Prozent zu senken und bis zum Jahr 2050 sogar klimaneutral zu werden. Die Science Based Targets Initiative, eine Organisation auf dem Gebiet der klimarelevanten Zielsetzung, hat die Klimaziele der Lenzing Gruppe wissenschaftlich bestätigt.

Diese wissenschaftliche Validierung ist auch eines der wesentlichen Kriterien, die EcoVadis in seinem Rating hervorhebt. Zudem wurde auch die verantwortungsvolle Beschaffung von Rohstoffen – nach sozialen und nach ökologischen Gesichtspunkten – als weiteres Kernelement in der Nachhaltigkeitsstrategie des Unternehmens hervorgehoben, sowie die Unterstützung externer Umweltinitiativen (Sustainable Apparel Coalition, Fashion Industry Charter for Climate Action) und Initiativen zu Arbeits- oder Menschenrechtsfragen (Sustainable Apparel Coalition).

Quelle:

Lenzing AG