We go beyond the label of your favorite products to show you all the ingenious ways they are being made better for the environment, better for people, and better for our future. In each episode, you’ll hear brands and manufacturers break down how they’re making products more sustainably.
Source of Good is a co-production of award-winning producer Hueman Group Media and Cascale, the global nonprofit alliance empowering collaboration to drive equitable and restorative business practices in the consumer goods industry.
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We go beyond the label of your favorite products to show you all the ingenious ways they are being made better for the environment, better for people, and better for our future. In each episode, you’ll hear brands and manufacturers break down how they’re making products more sustainably.
Source of Good is a co-production of award-winning producer Hueman Group Media and Cascale, the global nonprofit alliance empowering collaboration to drive equitable and restorative business practices in the consumer goods industry.
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For more than 30 years, Dr. Marsha Dickson has worked to make fashion more fair. From research and teaching to launching the Better Buying Institute, she’s led the change to center supplier voices and responsible purchasing in the pursuit of decent work. Now, as she steps away from day-to-day leadership and into a much-deserved retirement, Dr. Dickson reflects on what’s changed — and what still needs to be done.
Learn more about Better Buying at www.betterbuying.org
Visit Under Armour at www.underarmour.com
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Views and opinions expressed during the podcast are those of the individuals expressing them and do not necessarily reflect those of Cascale or Hueman Group Media.
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Today, supply chains are more complex than ever. But that doesn’t mean they have to be difficult to navigate. That’s why our guest, Lukas Puender, co-founded Retraced, an online platform that connects thousands of apparel suppliers and brands and allows them to seamlessly share their supply chain data. More data also means more transparency, a key component of sustainability.
Learn more about Retraced at retraced.com
Check out Marc O’Polo’s sweatshirts here: www.marc-o-polo.com
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Sustainability isn’t only about climate — it’s also about people. In this episode, John Morrison, CEO of the Institute for Human Rights and Business (IHRB) and author of The Just Transition, explains why workers’ rights must also be at the center of sustainability efforts. He also shares what a “just transition” to a sustainable industry looks like, with measures that ensure no one is left behind.
Learn more about the IHRB at ihrb.org
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Views and opinions expressed during the podcast are those of the individuals expressing them and do not necessarily reflect those of Cascale or Hueman Group Media.
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On Source of Good, we go beyond the label of your favorite products to show you all the ingenious ways they are being made better for the environment, better for people, and better for our future.
Season 3 comes out on Tuesday, September 30th! Listen wherever you get your podcasts.
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Today, instead of a regular Source of Good episode, we're sharing one from another show we think you'll love. Sustainability Defined looks at what’s working to address the world’s most critical environmental and social challenges, by tackling one concept (and one bad joke) at a time. In this episode, hosts Cecilia Rios and Nethra Rajendran dive into the chocolate supply chain, which is just as complicated as those we talk about on Source of Good – and, similarly, not always sweet.
If you like what you hear, subscribe to Sustainability Defined here: sustainabilitydefined.com
Season 3 of Source of Good drops soon! Subscribe to this show to be notified as soon as it comes out.
Views and opinions expressed during the podcast are those of the individuals expressing them and do not necessarily reflect those of Cascale or Hueman Group Media.
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Manufacturers and brands excel at working together to create the products consumers love — so why hasn’t that same spirit of collaboration translated to decarbonizing their operations? Nguyen Thi Ngoc Minh, Senior Manager of Sustainability, Facility and Engineering at Hanesbrands, shows that it absolutely can. In this episode, she shares the inspiring story of how she’s spearheading collaborative efforts to slash greenhouse gas emissions, both in her home country of Vietnam and across the globe.
To learn more about Hanesbrands, visit hanes.com/corporate
To learn more about To The Finish Line, visit asiagarmenthub.net/resources/learnings-tools/to-the-finish-line-of-higg-fem-tfl
Check out a classic Hanes white T-shirt here: hanes.com/products/hanes-classic-mens-white-crew-neck-t-shirt-p6/7870w6
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Can your old pair of jeans fight climate change? Turns out—they can. In this episode, Dr. Jesse Daystar, Vice President and Chief Sustainability Officer at Cotton Incorporated, explains how cotton clothes can store carbon through regenerative agriculture, circularity, and a lifetime of TLC. It’s the science, strategy, and soul behind one of the world’s most iconic fibers.
To learn more about Cotton Incorporated, visit cottoninc.com
Check out the Blue Jeans Go Green denim recycling program at bluejeansgogreen.org
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Almost a century after they invented the self-adhesive label, Avery Dennison’s products and solutions are everywhere. But what do stickers have to do with sustainability? Kelsey McCabe, Sustainability Manager at Avery Dennison, explains how the company is cutting emissions, its innovative use of RFID technology, and even some very useful label recycling tips.
To learn more about Avery Dennison, visit averydennison.com
Check out Bestseller at bestseller.com
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Our guest turned a teenage passion for chemistry and the outdoors into a 30-year career in sustainable manufacturing. Today, Jimmy Summers, Chief Sustainability Officer at Elevate Textiles, talks about circularity, the wonders of wastewater management, and that one time he proved all the skeptics wrong.
To learn more about Elevate Textiles, visit www.elevatetextiles.com
Check out Wrangler and Cone Denim’s collaboration: www.walmart.com/ip/Wrangler-Men-s-Accelerating-Circularity-Straight-Fit-Jean/8060006064
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In this episode, Nikhil Hirdaramani, director at Hirdaramani Group, talks about his family’s fourth-generation apparel manufacturing company – the first in Sri Lanka with approved science-based targets for greenhouse gas reduction. Hirdaramani Group's long-term commitment to sustainability includes significant investments in renewable energy, innovative partnerships with global brands like ASICS, and a groundbreaking Future First Sustainability Roadmap.
To learn more about Hirdaramani Group, visit hirdaramani.com
Check out ASICS’ climate initiatives at www.asics.com/mk/sustainability/carbonfootprint
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To decarbonize the consumer goods industry, production must switch to renewables, fast. But for companies whose supply chains span the globe, multiple factors make this transition a challenge. That’s why Eric Jen founded Ren Energy, a powerful platform that helps companies plan, procure, and monitor to help scale renewables, even in the most complex markets. How? Stay tuned.
To learn more about Ren Energy, visit www.ren.inc
Read the full story of Nike’s supply chain energy transformation with Ren Energy: https://www.ren.inc/blogs/nike---scope-3-decarbonization
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What do you look for on a product label? Usually, price, materials, size, care instructions…but what if labels could tell us more? In this episode, Hayley Solomon, Group Brand & Marketing Director at ITL, explains how labels can unlock a deeper level of transparency that helps decarbonize the consumer goods industry.
To learn more about ITL, visit www.itl-group.com
Find some of ITL’s sustainable labels here: www.dunnesstores.com
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Jessie Wasser, Manager of Sustainability & ESG at Tapestry—the parent company of Coach, Kate Spade, and Stuart Weitzman— shares how the company’s “Fabric of Change” strategy is transforming supply chains, scaling decarbonization, and embedding sustainability into every stitch.
To learn more about Tapestry, visit www.tapestry.com
Check out Coach’s Brooklyn Bag here: https://www.coach.com/products/brooklyn-shoulder-bag-28/CU068-B4PUB.html
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“There's no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothes,” says our guest today, Erika Enquist. She is the Senior Manager of Global Quality and Sustainability at PrimaLoft – a producer of high-performance insulation. Erika shares how they’re helping people stay warm in all conditions without relying on PFAS (aka forever chemicals), all while drastically reducing carbon emissions. Listen to hear how PrimaLoft is protecting people from the elements without harming the planet.
To learn more about PrimaLoft, visit www.primaloft.com
Check out the Patagonia Nano Puff Vest with PrimaLoft insulation here: www.patagonia.com/product/womens-nano-puff-insulated-vest/84247.html
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There is an urgent need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in consumer goods production. But how — and when? In Season 2, we’re examining supply chain decarbonization, beginning with an expert in the field. Lewis Perkins is the President of the Apparel Impact Institute and he's on a mission to transform the industry with proven carbon-reduction solutions. Lewis joined us to share why Aii teamed up with Cascale to build an Industry Decarbonization Roadmap— and how it will catalyze a 45% GHG reduction by 2030.
To learn more about Apparel Impact Institute, visit apparelimpact.org
To learn more about the Industry Decarbonization Roadmap, visit cascale.org
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First episode of season 2 comes out on Earth Day, Tuesday, April 22nd.
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What if a quick scan of a QR code could answer every question you had about a product? At the women’s clothing brand Nobody’s Child, they’ve implemented that very technology. It’s all part of a revolution in the way consumers interact with products. At the helm is Andrew Xeni, founder & chairman of Nobody’s Child, founder & CEO of Fabacus, and our guest today.
To learn more about Nobody’s Child visit nobodyschild.com
To learn more about Fabacus, visit fabacus.com
Check out that pair of Nobody’s Child leopard print jeans here: nobodyschild.com/en-br/products/leopard-print-tapered-straight-leg-jeans-b242518mlt
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For more than 60 years, LYCRA® has kept us comfortable with its iconic stretch fabric. But now, the manufacturer is reinventing its material with an unexpected ingredient: corn. Yes, corn! In this episode, Jean Hegedus, Director Of Sustainability at The LYCRA Company, explains how using dent corn can yield a more sustainable, bio-derived version of their legendary material—without sacrificing performance or comfort.
To learn more about The LYCRA Company's sustainability initiatives, visit www.lycra.com/sustainability
Check out a pair of Lululemon yoga pants made from LYCRA® at www.lululemon.com
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Would you throw away a whole sofa because of one stain? Sometimes we have to, but those giant pieces of furniture wreak havoc on landfills. That's why Dunelm designed its Full Circle Sofa with modular pieces that can be swapped out, repaired, and even recycled. Lisa Ly, Senior Sustainability Manager at Dunelm, one of the UK's largest home furnishings retailers, explains this and other groundbreaking initiatives in its "Good and Circular" approach.
To learn more about Dunelm, visit www.dunelm.com
Check out Dunelm’s line of Full Circle Sofas: www.dunelm.com/category/home-and-furniture/furniture/sofas-and-chairs/full-circle-sofas
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Did you know that eucalyptus trees grow more than six feet in a single year? It’s true! This is one reason why Sappi Verve uses eucalyptus to manufacture dissolving pulp, which becomes viscose. On today’s episode, Krelyne Andrew, Sappi Verve’s General Manager of Sustainability, explains how eucalyptus can help make more sustainable products.
To learn more about Sappi Verve, visit www.sappi.com/the-spirit-of-verve
Check out Gerber Childrenswear’s line of clothes made of sustainable viscose here: https://www.gerberchildrenswear.com/collections/our-softest-edit
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