Raising Awareness
Check out our awareness channel to get the latest sustainable return insights from us and our partners.
Sustainability is embedded in everything we do, and we’re proud to be leading the way in sustainable returns. But we know we don’t have all the answers—and we don’t need to. We’re fortunate to work alongside a wide network of experts who help us fill the gaps.
That’s why we created this awareness channel: to foster open collaboration with field specialists, partners, clients, innovators, and fellow Reconomy Group businesses. On this page, we share some of the biggest challenges facing the industry—and the ideas, solutions, and partnerships that are helping to solve them.
We believe progress comes from sharing, not competing. So we actively invite our partners and clients to contribute their insights and experiences. Together, we can build a more sustainable future for returns.
You’ll also find regularly updated articles, white papers, and case studies to help you stay informed and inspired.
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Challenges Affecting the Textile Industry
The environmental impact of textile waste is finally getting the attention it deserves—from governments, retailers, and consumers alike. And rightly so. Transformational change is needed to reduce the industry’s footprint and protect both people and planet.
Here, you’ll find articles exploring the key challenges facing the textile industry today, along with updates on upcoming legislation and what it means for your business.
Fashion brands face growing EU pressure to cut textiles waste
Proposed legislation is pushing retailers to test and scale up more sustainable business models
UK consumers support EPR visible fees to promote sustainable fashion
A UK study by WEFT and QSA partners has found strong consumer support for visible EPR charges on clothing to boost recycling and sustainability.
Sustainability and Circularity in the Textile Value Chain - A Global Roadmap
UNEP’s report ‘Sustainability and Circularity in the Textile Value Chain: A Global Roadmap’ outlines what each stakeholder group can do individually and collectively to reach the shared destination of a circular textile sector.
In data: OfferUp report claims 58% of shoppers prefer secondhand
A new report from mobile marketplace OfferUp, in collaboration with GlobalData, forecasts 55% growth in the resale market and an estimated value of $291.6bn by 2029.
Fast Fashion and Its Environmental Impact
It is no secret that fast fashion has a significant environmental impact. According to the UN Environment Programme (UNEP), the industry is the second-biggest consumer of water and is responsible for between 2-8% of global carbon emissions – more than all international flights and maritime shipping combined. Unfortunately, fast fashion problems are often overlooked by consumers.
UK Government publishes full draft Extended Producer Responsibility regulations
Full draft Extended Producer Responsibility regulations have been published by the UK Government with the aim of it coming fully into force by 1 January 2025. Read this article for further information on the regulations.
Challenges Affecting the Electronics Industry
In 2020, a UN global e-waste monitor report found a whopping 53.6 million tonnes of e-waste had been dumped worldwide in 2019, with only 17.4% being recycled.
Below you can read more about the challenges the electronics industry faces, and the solutions which are coming to help drive down the amount of waste.
Is remanufacturing a way to deal with our tons of electronic waste?
Our love of technology and consumer electronics has changed how we work and live for the better, but it is causing issues for our planet due to the amounts of electronic waste (e-waste) being generated and turning up in waste streams.
New substrate material for flexible electronics could help combat e-waste
Electronic waste is a rapidly growing problem, but this degradable material could allow the recycling of parts from many single-use and wearable devices.
Scientists make technological breakthrough that could prevent tons of hazardous e-waste: 'We have created a new formulation'
The heart of an electronic device is the circuit board. These boards are made of tough plastics that make them difficult to recycle. As a result, hundreds of thousands of tons of circuit boards get dumped in landfills each year as gadgets become obsolete. The UW researchers solved this problem by replacing the typical epoxy plastic in circuit boards with a special material called a vitrimer.
Insuring a more sustainable future: The shift to a circular economy for electronics
The circular economy has long been touted as the solution, promised to decouple the pursuit of continuous economic growth from resource extraction. Yet, despite increasing consumer interest and an impetus for businesses and governments to act – progress has remained elusive. Often hampered by ingrained and rigid consumption habits, a lack of meaningful regulation, and industry inertia.
In The Spotlight
Take a look at some of the initiatives we have spotted that retailers are doing to champion sustainability. Do you have a program or report that showcases your sustainability efforts? We would love to share your work here, so please get in touch by using the form at the bottom of this page!
New Sustainability Report
Fashion e-tail giant Zalando has released a new consumers study that highlights how shoppers want brands, retailers and others to take action on sustainability.
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Chanel Unveils New Recycling Platform
Chanel has announced the creation of a new standalone entity dedicated to developing recycled materials at scale — a strategic response to the growing scarcity of high-quality, traceable raw fibres.
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H&M & Keel Labs Collaborate
As sustainable options for clothes become a high priority in fashion, H&M partners with Keel Labs to bring seaweed clothing to the high street
Read ArticleKnowledge Sharing
Below, we share our own resources, as well as those from industry experts so that you can be kept up to date with the latest information regarding what ReBound, our clients, and sustainability specialists are up to.
ReBound Webinars and Content
Sustainability and knowledge sharing are critical priorities for us, and we aim to publish content and appear on webinars every quarter to ensure that we are sharing our expertise where we can. Here, you can see some of our most recent content.
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Whitepaper
Reducing Retail's Carbon Footprint: A Comprehensive Analysis of Returns and Sustainability
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