February 2025

Shared Responsibility in the Circular Economy: Who Owns the End of a Product’s Life?

In the era of sustainability and circularity, the question of responsibility for a product at the end of its life cycle has become more pressing than ever. As industries pivot away from the traditional linear model—where products are manufactured, used, and discarded—toward a circular economy, a fundamental challenge emerges: Who is responsible for ensuring that […]

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2025 Consumer Behavior Shifts: How Circular Fashion is Redefining Brand Loyalty

The fashion industry is being reshaped by environmental imperatives, consumer values, and regulatory changes. Traditional drivers of loyalty—price, prestige, and quality—are now being overtaken by sustainability, transparency, and circularity. By 2025, eco-conscious consumers are no longer a niche; they are reshaping the mainstream. Circular models such as resale, repair, and upcycling are at the heart

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Secondhand Retail\’s Role in Achieving Net Zero: Carbon Offsetting and Emission Reduction Strategies

Introduction The fashion industry is a significant contributor to climate change, responsible for approximately 10% of annual global carbon emissions, surpassing the combined emissions of international aviation and maritime shipping. With the global secondhand clothing market projected to reach $350 billion by 2027, this sector is uniquely positioned to drive sustainability through reduced emissions, extended

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Secondhand Retail\’s Role in Achieving Net Zero: Carbon Offsetting and Emission Reduction Strategies

Introduction The fashion industry is a significant contributor to climate change, responsible for approximately 10% of annual global carbon emissions, surpassing the combined emissions of international aviation and maritime shipping. With the global secondhand clothing market projected to reach $350 billion by 2027, this sector is uniquely positioned to drive sustainability through reduced emissions, extended

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Trade Tensions Escalate: U.S. Tariffs Trigger Global Economic Ripples

On Saturday, U.S. President Donald Trump signed an order imposing a 25% tariff on imports from Mexico and Canada and a 10% duty on Chinese goods. Energy resources from Canada face a lower 10% tariff to minimize any disruptive effects on gasoline and home heating oil prices. In response, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced

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