Don't miss List: Sustainable news in November

Time for a sustainable final spurt! Even though the year is almost over, there are still plenty of exciting developments in the field of sustainability to discover in the final meters. From innovative fashion collections to environmentally friendly chocolate and promising material innovations – we can look forward to great sustainable news in November, which we have compiled here…

EXHIBITION

Fair Fashion in Focus

The MAXXI National Museum of 21st Century Art in Rome. Under the title "Memorabile. Ipermoda", the new exhibition from November 2024 to March 2025 deals with the pressing questions of our time: How can the fashion industry act more responsibly? What role do new technologies in designing sustainable clothing? And how can designers respond creatively to the challenges of climate change? A wide range of exhibits will be on display - from innovative garments to sustainably produced accessories to trend-setting fashion photography. Visitors can expect an immersive experience that inspires reflection on the connection between fashion, ethics and environmental protection.

FASHION

Sign against consumerism

While Black Friday traditionally stands for bargain hunting and consumerism, the French shoe brand VEJA A completely different approach. Instead of discount wars and purchase incentives, the company is setting a strong example for sustainability and conscious consumptionOn 29 and 30 November, the brand is inviting people to its Paris headquarters for "Repair Friday". For two days, everything will revolve around the topic repair. Visitors can bring not only their VEJA sneakers, but also shoes from other brands for free cleaning and repair. In addition, furniture classics such as the Eames Chair by Vitra are professionally refurbished. The "Anti Fashion Project" transforms old items of clothing into stylish accessories, while the Repair Café takes care of repairing small electrical appliances.

SCIENCE

Sustainability is catching on

From 25 to 29 November, the educational initiative Lightcycle Raw Materials Weeks Students and teachers are introduced to the topic of resource conservation. Since its founding in 2014, the Raw Materials Weeks have reached more than 20.000 young people and teachers at over 260 schools. The initiative aims to make young people aware of the hidden treasures in disused electrical appliances and encourage them to critically question their consumption. With an expanded approach to the classic "3R" strategy - Reduce, Reuse, Recycle - the participants are taught how they can actively contribute to a more sustainable future with the principles of "Re-think, Re-fuse, Re-duce, Re-use, Re-form, Re-act, Re-pair, Re-cycle". In interactive workshops, the kids learn about the ecological and social consequences of wasteful use of resources and how each individual can make a difference through repair and Recycling can contribute to reducing waste generation.

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FOOD

Set sail for sustainable chocolate

Sustainable snacking! Just in time for the start of the chocolate season, the cocoa and coffee importer Belco presented its new “Fresh Cacao Clean Ocean” initiative. The focus of the campaign is the Transport of high-quality cocoa with a 90% reduced carbon footprint. This is achieved through the use of the shipping company's innovative sailing cargo ship Anemos TOWT The 81-meter-long ship is powered almost entirely by wind power, with two diesel-electric engines serving only as a reserve. Using modern satellite communications and routing technologies, the ship's route can be precisely aligned with the wind. Several European chocolatiers have already joined the initiative. Belco plans to make five trips a year from 2025.

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FASHION

Sustainable news in November from ARMEDANGELS

When it comes to sustainable denim, the German brand ARMEDANGELS one of the absolute pioneers. Now the brand is announcing sustainable news in November under the motto "Love You Long Time" and has launched the new knitwear collection presented. With the line, the label makes a statement against fast consumption and focuses on values such as durability, quality and real connections. To achieve this, the company relies on high-quality, sustainable materials, such as the new blend of kid mohair and merino, which is characterized by softness, excellent temperature regulation and odor-inhibiting properties. Alpaca wool and recycled materials are also part of the range. For customers who want to avoid animal fibers, ARMEDANGELS also offers alternatives made of organic cotton and TENCEL.

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CIRCULARITY

Innovative Repair Service

Also from the Hamburg textile manufacturer Bridge&Tunnel There is sustainable news in November. This continues with its repair service Re.Vive sets new standards in terms of sustainability and social responsibility. Re.Vive not only offers companies the opportunity to have defective clothing repaired, but also supports socially disadvantaged women who often have difficulties in the primary labor market. They take on the repair orders, learn new skills and gain visibility and appreciation through their work. The repair service is part of Bridge&Tunnel's larger vision of the circular economy in the sense of EU Green Deal By extending the lifespan of textiles and providing access to affordable repairs, the company is making an important contribution to reducing waste and protecting resources.

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ANIMAL PROTECTION

Guide for more animal welfare

Finally a guide that makes it easier to find cruelty-free products! The new "Wear it Kind Brand Compass" from the animal welfare foundation FOUR PAWS enables consumers to check the animal welfare standards of over 200 international fashion brands. The digital brand compass evaluates the companies based on four criteria: use of mulesing in wool production, use of live plucking in down and feather supply chains, use of fur and overall reduction of materials of animal origin. The "Wear it Kind Brand Compass" is continuously updated and expanded to include additional fashion brands, making it a practical source of information for animal welfare-conscious consumers.

HUMAN

Creative upcycling

New material for sustainable products! The Bavarian social start-up manaomea revolutionizes the textile market with an innovative solution for textile wasteUsing a patented technology, the company transforms textile scraps and bio-resin into a new raw material for recyclable Upcycled productsThe goal: to use waste as a valuable resource for new, unique creations. The brand's collection includes: The "betterpens" ballpoint pens, made from textile strips and colorful yarn waste, Or in other words: furniture such as a swing or garden chair, interior design elements such as stair railings or skirting boards. A core aspect of the manaomea concept is the circular economyAll products are designed so that they can be recycled and remanufactured without shredding.

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FASHION

Cooperation with Style and Sustainability

The Danish fashion label SAMSØE SAMSØE also announced sustainable news in November. The brand has teamed up with the Italian textile brand Manteco for an innovative collaboration that perfectly combines sustainability and style. Under the motto "Fibre-To-Table", a fusion of Danish design and Italian craftsmanship has been created. The focus of the collection is "MWool", the next generation of recycled wool. This innovative material is manufactured in the Manteco factory in a small Italian town and scores with its particularly high quality. So that we can enjoy the new styles for a long time, they are designed in such a way that they fit into every capsule wardrobe and impress with their timeless style and classic cuts.

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BEAUTY

Natural curls

Most Shampoos and conditioners are real environmental sinners. Products for curls in particular often contain a large amount of silicone to smooth the frizzy hair surface. These end up in the wastewater and cannot be adequately filtered out even during treatment. Products without silicone have so far hardly managed to tame frizzy manes. But Lockenbox has now done it with the new line Curl Bites succeeded for the first time in combining sustainability and effectiveness. The brand completely avoids synthetic polymers and relies exclusively on vegan ingredients and a base of natural components. This has resulted in a care range that is free of questionable ingredients and at the same time gives the hair bounce, definition and strength - without compromising on beauty and nature.