All You Need to Know to Go Green
To track the sustainable development journey of the Greater Bay Area (GBA) business community, HKTDC Research and UOB Hong Kong collaborated on a new study in the
Sustainability is evolving from “nice-to-have” reputational asset to mandatory operational requirements: reporting that aligns with global standards, stronger due diligence across value chains, and procurement
Several major chocolate companies — including Ferrero, The Hershey Company, Barry Callebaut, Tony’s Chocolonely, and Marks & Spencer — have joined forces with NGOs such as the Rainforest Alliance
The European Union (EU) restricts the use of bisphenol A (BPA) and other hazardous bisphenols in food‑contact materials (FCMs) in the extensive Note for Guidance
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), long valued in the textile and footwear industries for their water-repellent, stain-resistant, and durable properties, are increasingly being phased out
To restrict per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in consumer products, France implemented strict controls under Decree No. 2025-1376, representing one of the most comprehensive national initiatives
Clothing and footwear waste amounting to about 12kg is disposed per person every year in the world. To make things worse, less than 1% of
Germany’s green hydrogen industry is facing a critical slowdown, with production capacity outpacing weak demand, according to the BBC report. In Hamburg, hydrogen equipment manufacturers
India published a guidance document for recycled polyethylene terephthalate (rPET) for use in food contact materials (FCM) in May 2025, following the introduction of new
As global sourcing enters a new era, 2026 finds “next-gen” materials no longer an optional differentiator but a core driver of value across apparel, fashion
Plant importers in the UK are warning that persistent border delays and mishandling at the Sevington inspection post in Kent are causing higher costs, supply
In the push toward a greener planet, sustainable design has evolved from a trend to a lifestyle standard. Modern consumers seek eco-conscious products that merge