A new study led by Oregon State University found evidence that spending time outdoors isn’t just good for your mood; it’s also essential for mental health, especially during times of crisis. Published in PLOS One, the research tracked how U.S. adults engaged in outdoor recreation during the COVID-19 pandemic and found a clear connection: Those…
The French Senate has passed a game-changing law that will target fast fashion brands. Advertisements from these kinds of retailers will no longer be allowed in France. “Senators in the upper house of parliament voted almost unanimously for a modified version of a bill passed by France’s lower house last year, which aims to reduce…
German sportswear giant Puma has successfully reached its target of creating nine-tenths of its products using recycled or certified materials, reported Fibre2Fashion. The company initially set this target for 2025 but hit it in 2024, showing how quickly fashion brands can change their production methods. Puma dramatically increased its use of eco-friendly materials that create…
Scientists have developed a green technology that turns old textiles into new garments and could keep millions of pounds of textile waste out of landfills and waterways. Since demand for new clothing continues to grow at a rapid pace, it’s crucial to develop technologies to recycle it sustainably. University of Nebraska, Lincoln, researcher Yiqi Yang…