ESG in Fashion: A Guide for Designers and Small Brands

If you own a brand or are thinking of starting a company, understanding ESG is essential. While it may seem like ESG reporting is only for big companies, starting early can position your brand as forward-thinking and future-ready.

Why do you need ESGs?

You may already have heard about ESG, but you don’t really know what it is or you do not have a full understanding of how you should approach it. It’s true, that fashion and sustainability regulations are changing so fast that it's a full-time job to keep up with them. Let’s have a look at what exactly ESG stands for and why designers and small brands should care about it.

What is ESG?

ESG stands for Environmental, Social, and Governance.

These three pillars represent the key factors that measure the sustainability and societal impact of an organization.

Environmental:

This relates to how a company's operations impact  the environment. It includes aspects such as

Social:

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Published: 18/04/2024

Author:

Nicolò Giusti
Nicolò Giusti
BIO: Nicolò is an innovative and sustainable material specialist working in the fashion industry for more than 15 years. His passion for traditional materials but also for innovative solutions brought him to create the Sustainable Academy, a community that supports students, entrepreneurs and fashion companies to be more sustainable and avoid greenwashing.
"I really believe in the power of collaboration. Sharing and learning is the only way we can get to the next level. Why waste time protecting ourselves when we can use it to improve?"