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Materials & Sourcing

The 2026 Circular Fashion Index Raises the Bar for Evidence

Kearney’s new benchmark shows circularity scores moving up, but the harder work is still turning public signals into product, service, and end-of-life evidence.

Sep 3, 2026 · 8 min read

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Materials & Sourcing

What the EU’s Unsold-Apparel Destruction Ban Changes for Fashion Teams

The July 2026 ESPR deadline turns unsold clothing, accessories, and footwear into a documented disposition problem, not a year-end clean-up task.

Sep 3, 2026 · 8 min read