Taipei supermarkets will be banned from providing single-use tableware to customers starting on 1st May in an effort to reduce waste.…
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Gap Inc. collaborates with HKRITA
The Hong Kong Research Institute of Textiles and Apparel (HKRITA) announces its collaboration with global apparel retailer Gap Inc. to foster sustainable development of the industry.…
Japan Kit Kat uses origami paper as packaging
In January this year, Nestlé announced its plan to only use reusable and 100% recyclable packaging by 2025, and now the food and drink conglomerate has taken the first step in the new direction.…
11 retailers aim for sustainability
Sustainability is not just a buzzword, but brands, retailers, and innovative companies are also following through, pledging to become more sustainable and to eliminate plastics in the future.…
Gap signs new renewable energy agreement
Gap has announced a new renewable energy agreement will help to meet its 2020 emissions-reduction target, as well as a new goal to use only 100 percent clean energy by 2030.…
Volcom launches sustainable ‘Water Aware’ denim collection
Fashion and lifestyle brand Volcom has launched its ‘Water Aware’ denim collection, as part of its ongoing journey to sustainability, which will see the brand reducing its water consumption by 40 perc…
Lush claims to create first ‘Carbon positive’ packaging
A cosmetic company claims it has developed the first ‘carbon-positive’ packaging in an attempt to reduce plastic waste.…
Taiwan’s e-commerce businesses issue e-invoices
Apple Online Store (AOS) and other e-commerce operators are set to start issuing electronic invoices, in accordance with Taiwan’s tax laws.…
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW : Samsonite on sustainability
Retail in Asia had the pleasure to interview Mr. Subrata Dutta, President Asia Pacific of Samsonite and understand more about his vision for a more sustainable-oriented business.…