Sustainability and innovation in fashion

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Share this email Share this email on LinkedIn   Share this email on Twitter   Share this email on Facebook   AN ARTICLE A DAY, PICKED BY OUR EDITORS   Edited by Joyce Yoo   Digital Editor, New York What are the latest trends in sustainable fashion? One new innovation is the development of a material that absorbs water from the ambient atmosphere and is enabling cotton to be grown without irrigation. In a new episode of the McKinsey Global Institute's Forward Thinking podcast, Edwin Keh, CEO of the Hong Kong Research Institute of Textiles and Apparel—who has been described as the godfather of Hong Kong's fashion sustainability industry—delves into this and other innovative projects focused on sustainability and shortening the textiles and fashion supply chain. Tune in and join the sustainability revolution. Forward Thinking on the sustainability revolution in textiles and the fashion industry with Edwin Keh The leader of a cutting-edge institute talks about innovative new materials that "eat" carbon and may enable cotton growing without irrigation, as well as the potential for building the world's shortest supply chain in two 40-foot containers. Get innovative   Quote of the day "If individuals, businesses, and countries widen their understanding of health, they may reap the benefits of gains in life expectancy and quality of life." —See how residents in 19 countries think about their health in a new McKinsey Health Institute survey Chart of the day See today's chart   ALSO NEW How a 'materials transition' can support the net-zero agenda As the energy transition continues, advances toward low-emissions materials and the circular economy can also speed progress to net zero. Research on Europe shows the value in such a materials transition. Set the groundwork   How can CFOs rebrand themselves as innovation allies? They can take five actions to improve objective-setting, performance measurement, and cultural factors associated with successful innovation projects. Empower now   Racial and ethnic equity in US higher education Institutions have the potential to use their roles in teaching and learning, research scholarship and creative expression, and service to the community to collectively work toward greater equity. Learn better   Follow our thinking Share these insights Did you enjoy this newsletter? Forward it to colleagues and friends so they can subscribe too. Was this issue forwarded to you? Sign up for it and sample our 40+ other free email subscriptions here. This email contains information about McKinsey’s research, insights, services, or events. By opening our emails or clicking on links, you agree to our use of cookies and web tracking technology. For more information on how we use and protect your information, please review our privacy policy. You received this email because you subscribed to the Daily Read newsletter. Manage subscriptions | Unsubscribe Copyright © 2022 | McKinsey & Company, 3 World Trade Center, 175 Greenwich Street, New York, NY 10007