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Delivery Platform Offers Carbon Offsets to Shipping Customers

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In early April 2021, carbon dioxide levels reached a record high of 420 parts per million , according to CO2 Earth , and scientists warn that emissions need to be cut in half by 2030 to avoid the worst aspects of climate change. Shippers that opt in to the program get more than a warm feeling for their money.

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Why Timber Crates Are The Smart Choice For Your Retail Shipping Needs

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This wouldn’t have been possible without technologies and the ease of shipping. billion by 2030. (1) Additionally, timber crates can last as long as five years, depending on the shipping conditions and care you provide. With more floor space, you can ship more items to fulfill consumer demand. million in 2022. The result?

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Timex Decides It’s Time for a Circular Program for Watches

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Consumers wishing to upcycle their watches will receive a prepaid shipping label, and the brand will inspect, clean and refurbish used watches with a working battery to prepare them for resale. Additionally, Timex is working toward net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, beginning with a 50% cut by 2030.

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Tommy Hilfiger Amps Up Circularity Efforts with Resale in the U.S., Rental in the UK

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Both programs are part of the fashion label’s “ Waste Nothing and Welcome All ” initiative, which, among other targets, aims to make Tommy Hilfiger a fully circular brand by 2030. In the U.S., In the U.S.,

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The Global Reach and Sustainable Impact of Green RFID Technology

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In fact, some even project that the negative impact of this industry will double by 2030. Especially in this era of fast fashion, most retail products are produced overseas and shipped thousands of miles to their destination. The solution may be a small but mighty technology that is already developed and in use: RFID chips.

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Macy’s Expands Sustainability Efforts After Raising $1.5M During Earth Month

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Macy’s also revealed expansions of sustainability initiatives including: Bolstering the Macy’s Mission Every One social purpose platform through increased used of sustainably sourced raw materials and fibers — such as cotton, synthetic and wood-based materials — in its Macy’s exclusive brands; Joining Better Cotton to support its goal of using 100% (..)

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Steve Madden and Dolce Vita Integrate Shoe Resale Programs into Their Websites

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Once an item is purchased, the seller will receive a prepaid shipping label to send it to its next owner. The process is designed to reduce the retailers’ environmental footprints and reduce the need to handle the logistics of shipping items to a third-party warehouse.