ESG

In 2015, the EOG supported a study into durable water repellent finishes (DWRs) undertaken by De Montfort University (School of Fashion and Textiles) in Leicester, UK.The project involved several partners and focused on consumer and brand perceptions and attitudes towards DWRs in relation to product features, usability and aftercare. The survey was conducted in Germany, the UK, France, Sweden, Denmark and the USA and offers some useful insights.

The waste water from textile plants is considered one of the most polluting of many industrial sectors, considering the volume generated, as well as the effluent composition.

The carbon footprint related to the production of outdoor apparel, footwear and hard goods is significant. This is due to the extreme energy and resource intensity, with most impact taking place in the raw material and processing steps of the supply chain.

The Sustainability Data Exchange (SDEX) Questionnaire, is a recommended tool to facilitate harmonised product level sustainability communication between brands and retailers and to reduce the multiple and diverse sustainability data requests that currently exist.