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Fashion’s Sustainability Standards Face Criticism Amid Regulatory Push

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Fashion's sustainability claims are facing fresh scrutiny. (Shutterstock)

The certifications and standards widely used to lend credibility to big brands’ sustainability claims are coming under fire, as environmental campaigners seek to air concerns ahead of a suite of new policy proposals.

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