Ethical & Enviromental Issues

Question 1

Modern slavery

Answer 1

Modern slavery is a situation where individuals are exploited and cannot refuse due to threats, violent, coercion or abuse of power

Question 2

Life-cycle analysis

Answer 2

A way of measuring the impact of a product, life-cycle on the environment through its existence

Question 3

What is the example of modern slavery in the fashion industry?

Answer 3

Cotton pickers in Uzbekistan have been a victim of forced labour with threats and penalty from the government

Question 4

UK modern slavery act

Answer 4

Requires companies to report steps taken to prevent forced labour in supply chains

Question 5

Global organic textiles standard(GOTS)

Answer 5

Certifies, that fibres are at least 70% organic
As well as setting strict environmental standards that brands must follow to reassure consumers

Question 6

Cradle to cradle (C2C)

Answer 6

Focuses on circular designs while assessing material health, recycleability, and renewable energy sources

Question 7

Fair trade

Answer 7

This protect workers to ensure fair wages, safe working conditions and ethical practice

Question 8

EU textiles regulations

Answer 8

Requires accurate fabric labelling to encourage transparency

Question 9

B corporation certificate

Answer 9

Recognises companies meeting high standards of environmental social and economic perfection and accountability

Question 10

Bluesign

Answer 10

Ensures the business’ are using natural resources responsibly while providing a method of traceability to monitor supply chains