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Can Biotextiles Solve the Environmental Challenges of the Textile Industry? Nilgün Aytekin // 03.06.2024 The textile industry is one of the leading sectors today, known for its significant environmental impacts. The industry’s production processes, along with factors such as water usage, chemical waste, and carbon dioxide emissions, cause severe environmental damage. As the concept of

EU’S Right to Repair Directive Nilgün Aytekin // 27.05.2024 The European Parliament recently approved the “Right to Repair” directive, which strengthens consumers’ rights to repair their products. The new law includes regulations that encourage consumers to access repair options in order to extend the lifespan of their products. Under these regulations, manufacturers will be required

A Positive Interview with Psychologist, MSc Banu Sungun Nilgün Aytekin // 20.05.2024 In today’s world, sustainability and positive psychology are becoming ever more crucial. Both disciplines seek to improve the well-being of individuals and the environment, foster long-term positive effects, and uphold societal values. To explore how positive psychology can support our inner world and

The Global Organic Textile Standard 7.0 Elif Öztürk // 30.04.2024 The Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) is a globally recognized standard for certifying organic textile products. GOTS 7.0 is the latest update in the domain of organic and sustainable textile production and includes significant changes. This article discusses the key points of GOTS 7.0 and

An Overview of Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism Nilgün Aytekin // 08.04.2024 We are cognizant of the escalating threat posed by climate change on a global scale. The rise in greenhouse gas emissions necessitates effective measures by states to combat environmental issues such as global warming, extreme weather events, and loss of biodiversity. In this context,

Scope 4 Emissions Kaan Vatansever // 16.04.2024 Scope 4 emissions, also known as ‘Avoided Emissions’, are a new concept in the industry. In the evolving landscape of corporate sustainability, the concept of ‘avoided emissions’ or Scope 4 emissions is gaining importance alongside the traditional greenhouse gas emission categories defined by the Greenhouse Gas Protocol (GHG

Elif Öztürk // 01.04.2024 The Key Role and Effects of Sustainability in Projects In today’s rapidly changing world, sustainability is no longer just a buzzword; it has become a fundamental principle in decision-making processes. At the heart of this movement is the integration of sustainability into project management practices.  In this blog article, we will

Fostering a Greener Workplace Guest Author: Zeynep Thomas // 26.03.2024 Corporate reputation is a timeless value for the businesses that need to be reached and protected with their actions. The more we read about the climate change and limited resources, the more we consider our daily choices and lifestyles to reverse the predictable disaster. In

Emissions Trading System: An Effective Tool to Combat Climate Change Nilgün Aytekin // 04.03.2024 The heightened discussion surrounding carbon pricing today stems from its recognized effectiveness in combatting climate change. Carbon pricing refers to a method of assigning a cost to carbon emissions in a country or region. By imposing some type of tax or