Community, a boutique in downtown Athens owned and founded by Sanni Baumgaertner, has introduced a special feature into her business techniques: sustainability, an element that she believes is rarely found elsewhere. “I think the mix of the focus on sustainability and the local economy and local supply chain seems to be unique to me,” Baumgaertner…
The future of fashion will be grown. getty The fashion industry has made huge strides to address its environmental impact but mainstream media focus has often been fast fashion, clothing manufacturing and human rights. While glossy campaigns tout conscious collections and earth tones, the lesser known challenge is a fibre problem. Most clothes are still…
Chinese scientists have been working on new technologies to make stronger and more durable bamboo-based materials for large-scale infrastructure, reinforcing the country’s position as a leader in the emerging eco-friendly industry. Bamboo, which is known for its rapid growth and high strength, was engineered into composite panels used on the scenic platforms that stretch for…