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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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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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The Global Reach and Sustainable Impact of Green RFID Technology

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For example, 60% of customers say they would be willing to pay more for a product with sustainable packaging, so it is paramount that businesses stay with the times and account for these shifting consumer preferences. In fact, some even project that the negative impact of this industry will double 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. The program is run through ThredUP’s resale-as-a-service offering, an enterprise solution that allows brands to operate customized resale experiences.

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

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During the month of April, Macy’s encouraged customers to round up their purchases and donate their change — up to $.99 Through its Earth Month partnership with Trust for Public Land (TPL), Macy’s raised $1.5

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

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Steve Madden’s “Re-Booted” and Dolce Vita’s “Re:Vita” programs will let customers sell their preowned shoes directly on each retailer’s respective site. Once an item is purchased, the seller will receive a prepaid shipping label to send it to its next owner. Once the buyer verifies the condition, the seller receives store credit.

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Farfetch Enlists ThredUP to Power Resale Donation Program

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customers using the ThredUP Resale-as-a-Service (RaaS) solution. The program follows on the launch of Farfetch Donate in the UK with partner Thrift+ in October 2019, and it will allow Farfetch customers to extend the life of their clothes while earning shopping credit and raising money for charity.

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