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Environmental Legislation in Fashion

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The Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals (ZDHC) Program

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A coalition aiming to eliminate the use of hazardous chemicals in the textile industry. It drives fashion brands to adopt safer chemical management practices.

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The Fur Products Labeling Act

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U.S. federal law that requires accurate labeling of apparel containing fur, the content, and country of origin. This influences the fashion industry's ethical sourcing and consumer transparency.

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The California Transparency in Supply Chains Act

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Requires large retailers and manufacturers to disclose their efforts to eradicate slavery and human trafficking in their supply chains. Influences the fashion industry's transparency and ethical labor practices.

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The European Union's REACH regulation

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REACH stands for Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals. It impacts the fashion industry by controlling the use of hazardous substances in textiles and clothing to ensure safety and environmental protection.

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The UK Modern Slavery Act 2015

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Aims to combat modern slavery in the business world, requiring companies to report on their efforts to ensure their supply chains are free from slavery. This has implications on the labor practices within the fashion industry's supply chain.

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The Microbead-Free Waters Act of 2015

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U.S. legislation that bans the use of plastic microbeads in cosmetics and personal care products. The fashion industry is affected in terms of the production of accessories and garments containing microbeads.

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The Greenhouse Gas Protocol

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Provides standards and guidance for companies to measure and manage their greenhouse gas emissions. The fashion industry uses it to assess its carbon footprint and create strategies for reduction to combat climate change.

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The Sustainable Apparel Coalition

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An industry-wide group of leading apparel and footwear brands, retailers, suppliers, and other stakeholders. They work to reduce the environmental and social impacts of apparel and footwear products around the world.

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The Bangladesh Accord on Fire and Building Safety

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Established following the Rana Plaza disaster, this legally binding agreement ensures safety in garment factories in Bangladesh. It impacts global fashion brands by holding them accountable for the conditions in their supply chains.

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The French Anti-Waste Law for a Circular Economy

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Known as 'Loi AGEC,' it prohibits the destruction of unsold non-food products, including textiles and clothing, and encourages recycling and reuse. The fashion industry must adapt by finding sustainable ways to handle unsold inventory.

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