It started 20 years ago, with an idea for a responsible textile industry.
The idea became the Bluesign mission: to provide service-based solutions that help the industry realize responsible manufacturing, globally. THE BLUE WAY is a mindset towards advancements for supply chain inputs and outputs. From improvements in resources and chemical usage to emissions and waste reduction – THE BLUE WAY creates a positive impact and better textiles. As global society begins to catch up, we are taking our momentum into the next 20 years.
We look forward to walking the walk together with you.
Know your input. Understand your output. Input Stream Management: An idea 20 years ahead of its time.
BLUESIGN was established by a Swiss textile company that developed a process allowing for the lowest possible environmental impact, an increase...
ISPO and Bluesign have a long relationship. BLUESIGN launched its first product produced with the trademark bluesign® in 2001.
Together with leading chemical suppliers, BLUESIGN developed the world’s first MRSL. This was followed by the introduction of the first comprehensive chemical positive list. Both of which are still in use today to evaluate and prevent environmental and human risks.
The bluesign® GUIDE was introduced. This bluesign® SYSTEM Input Stream Management provided a search engine that allowed converters and brands to replace expensive and time-consuming end-sample testing.
This industry breakthrough introduced the...
Together with VAUDE, the first ever BLUESIGN label was released on the market.
EU REACH laws recognized the need for human and environmental protection from chemical risks. REACH solidified the long-established BLUESIGN mentality of a best practice approach without economic compromise.
In 2008, SGS...
bluesign® SYSTEM SUBSTANCE LIST (BSSL) was introduced with more than 900 chemical substances and 600 banned substances relating to the textile industry.
A chemical management approach...
The outdoor industry forged the path for sustainable fashion. Through its direct interaction with nature, the outdoor industry recognized their impact on the environment and society much quicker than those in the fashion industry. The bluesign® SYSTEM, using Best Available...
A benchmark was set within the industry based on the publicly available criteria developed by BLUESIGN. This benchmark determined the most important step for chemical management in order to reduce the negative environmental and human impact. These criteria have since been implemented...
500 partners strong! 133 chemical suppliers, 370 manufacturers, 89 brands and 2 industry machine firms recognized the need for an increased systematic approach towards sustainability. These companies, using the proven...
Data became king. The consumer demand for utmost transparency and supply chain traceability was met with the launch of the bluesign® CUBE. This platform allows for verifiable measures on eKPIs and simplifies system standardization...
The market is changing faster than ever before. The impact on the environment and society reflects these changes. Consumer awareness is increasing and consumer demands on the market speak volumes.
How do you foresee the upcoming trends...
In Bluesign's blog you will find know-how, success stories, news and backgrounds about sustainable and transparent textile production.
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Wednesday, January 22, 2020
A lot has happened in the last 20 years. The last Volkswagen Beetle rolled through production. Redbull dropped a man from the stratosphere. Steve Jobs unveiled the first iPod, followed by the iPhone. Facebook...
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Wednesday, January 15, 2020
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Thursday, November 28, 2019
H. Jackson Browne, New York Times best-selling author of Life’s Little Instruction Book said, “The best preparation for tomorrow is doing your best today.” The Green Button, a German government “meta label”...
