This report introduces the pressing need for transitioning the Indian fashion and textile industry from a linear to a circular model. It emphasises the environmental, social, and economic impacts of the industry and positions circularity as a critical pathway for sustainable growth. It provides an overview of the current status, challenges, and opportunities for circular innovations within India’s textile and apparel value chain.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of digital traceability platforms, examining their role in enhancing transparency, compliance, and efficiency in various industries. It explores the technological advancements, regulatory requirements, and strategic benefits of implementing traceability solutions.

Materials lie at the heart of the fashion industry. They account for 91% of the industry’s total emissions through their extraction, processing, and production, and around 30% of cost of goods sold (COGS). Next-generation materials present the opportunity to transform the industry’s environmental impact. However, many brands lack guidance and are unprepared for a material transition and how to drive adoption to unlock the benefits of these new materials. In this new report created by Boston Consulting Group and Fashion for Good, based on industry best practices and the successes of early movers, we provide brands with a structured framework to act on key levers and a pathway to address key challenges while driving measurable results.

This report explores the opportunities available for investors in the textile and apparel innovation ecosystem. The fashion industry, valued at $1.7 trillion, presents significant environmental and social challenges, necessitating investment in innovative solutions to improve sustainability and efficiency.

The fashion industry is at a critical juncture. With sustainability commitments and innovation accelerating, the challenge remains in scaling breakthrough solutions. This report, developed by Fashion for Good in collaboration with Boston Consulting Group, delves into the financial mechanisms needed to drive transformation and bring innovative solutions to commercial scale. By addressing key investment barriers and highlighting actionable pathways, this report serves as a call to action for stakeholders across the value chain to collaborate and unlock capital for meaningful impact.

The fashion industry stands at a crucial juncture, with innovation paving the way for a more sustainable future. Over the past decade, we have witnessed significant strides in brand commitments, regulatory frameworks, and technological advancements. However, despite these positive trends, scaling these innovations remains a formidable challenge. “The Great Unlock” explores the essential role of project finance as a key enabler in bridging the commercialisation gap, ensuring that groundbreaking solutions can transition from concept to industry-wide implementation.

This report serves as a resource for brands, manufacturers, and innovators working to transform textile processing. It outlines key technological advancements, stakeholder insights, and pathways for industry adoption. The information is drawn from extensive research, pilot projects, and contributions from leading experts in sustainable fashion.

The fashion industry is at a pivotal moment in its journey toward sustainability. With greenhouse gas emissions contributing significantly to global climate change, urgent action is needed to decarbonise supply chains. This report, developed by Fashion for Good in collaboration with the Apparel Impact Institute, outlines existing and innovative solutions to reduce emissions, unlock financing opportunities, and create a pathway to net zero by 2050. Through deep industry insights and financial analysis, this report serves as a guide for brands, manufacturers, policymakers, and investors committed to driving meaningful change.

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This report is part of the “Sorting for Circularity: India” initiative led by Fashion for Good and its partners. It aims to explore the untapped potential of India’s textile waste industry to transition into a circular economy by identifying waste streams, analysing current practices, and suggesting pathways for systemic improvements across the value chain.

The fashion industry faces a growing plastic pollution problem, with single-use plastic packaging used throughout the supply chain and at the consumer level being a major contributor. Reusable packaging systems offer a potential solution, but their adoption requires a thorough understanding of their environmental impact and the challenges of implementation. This report aims to provide insights into the potential of reusable packaging systems to reduce the environmental footprint of the fashion industry. 

The fashion industry is undergoing a materials revolution, with bio-based innovations at the forefront of sustainability efforts. This report, developed by Biofabricate and Fashion for Good, provides a foundational understanding of bio-material innovations, their definitions, processes, and potential for large-scale adoption. With contributions from leading innovators, brands, and manufacturers, this primer aims to drive informed decision-making and enhance cross-sector collaboration.