The Sustainable Apparel Alliance (SAC), which is committed to reducing the impact of apparel and footwear products on the global environment and society, has released the latest version HiggFEM4.0 based on feedback from the apparel industry. The HIGG platform will be launched in November 2023.
The content documents for the new version of HiggFEM have been published on the SAC official website, allowing industry players to prepare in advance for the updated specifications.
Jeremy Lardeau, vice president of SACHigg, said: This change is an important milestone for SAC and the entire apparel industry. It also enables us to cooperate with experts and learn from the public. commitment to improve our tools and drive greater impact. Only joint efforts can reform the apparel industry and contribute to solving the climate crisis.
SAC members include brands, retailers, manufacturers, related suppliers, and other international organizations, all of which provide structure and scoring methods for the new version of HiggFEM. Evaluation opinions and suggestions.
The following are the main changes in HiggFEM4.0:
Phasing out coal and other fossil fuels, using Renewable energy and increasing science-based reduction targets.
Increase wastewater sludge treatment management and align with the specifications of the Zero Hazardous Substances Discharge Organization.
Added carbon emission calculation questions for Category 1 and Category 2.
Strengthen the classification of refrigerants to accurately calculate leaked carbon emissions.
Added new issues on groundwater management and use, including consumption tracking and legal groundwater extraction regulations.
If the same equipment is used to produce fabrics and finished products, energy and water use must be recorded and counted separately.
Delman Lee, Chairman of the Board of Directors of SAC and Vice Chairman of Hong Kong TALApparel Co., Ltd., said: SAC represents half of the clothing, footwear, and textile industries and plays a leading role in the industry. A key player in development and solving climate problems. At the same time, we welcome HiggFEM4.0 as a manufacturer and believe that it can help us achieve climate goals.
The HiggFEM4.0 tool will be launched on the Higg platform in November 2023 to assess the sustainability of industry players in 2023.
