In The News This Week
Besma Whayeb
It has been a busy week in the world of sustainability news, Besma Whayeb will tell us more…
@sustainablyinfluenced đđď¸ In the headlines this week⌠with @Besma | Curiously Conscious #sustainabilitynews #sheincontroversy #sheincares #inthenews ⏠Breaking News
Sheinâs Influencer Press Trip Gone WrongÂ
Influencers recently taken on a tour of one of Sheinâs manufacturing facilities in China are accused of creating propaganda for the brand. But are influencers to blame for the greenwashing, or have they been exploited just like Sheinâs garment workers?
eBay Is Vowing To Put An End To âSingle-Use Summerâ
Itâs predicted that a shocking 50 million fashion items will be bought, worn once, and thrown away during this yearâs summer period. Preloved marketplace eBay is making it their mission to reduce this figure by encouraging second-hand purchases and more circularity.
A Ban On Hybrid Cars Could Come Sooner Than Planned
Despite their dual fuel function, an independent government body is recommending bringing forward the date for a ban on all cars burning fossil fuels, including hybrids. The recommendation comes alongside news that the UK is off track to meet its target for net zero by 2030.
Tiffany & Co. Becomes First Luxury Jeweller To Receive Independent Approval On Net-Zero Emissions Target
The luxury jewellery house announces it has become the first luxury jeweller to receive approval from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) on its net-zero emissions target. But are targets really good enough? And why arenât other jewellers keeping up?
Met Office Reports Hottest June On Record
The UKâs Met Office has stated that âclimate change is increasing the frequency and intensity of warm weather eventsâ, with June expected to be the hottest on record. Check out our roundup of the best reef-safe sunscreens and sustainable swimwear, and of course, continue to call for more climate action.