Sharifa Jamaldin Brands open up about Tier 1 manufacturers but do not pen up on their Living Wage commitments, the 2023 edition of Fashion Transparency Index reveals:
The annual report is a trusted source that examines the publicly posted CSR reports of the the world’s top 250 fashion brands, that make 400 Million plus dollars per year.
They are scored out of 100, based on how much information they provide about their climate impact, their manufactures, and the workforce. How open are they about their practices.
Transparency allows consumers to make informed decisions about their practices and helps them to repel greenwashing tactics. Fashion Revolution pushes for a transparency in the industry will help to reduce exploitation behind the screens.
As citizens, we have the RIGHT to know the details about what we buy. So it is a consumer right.
As vigilant citizens, we have every right to know the intricate details – who, where, how, and at what cost – behind the creation of our clothing.
Some progress made:
52% of the brands reveal Tier 1 manufactures in 2023 compared to 32% in 2017
99% of brands did not disclose living wage information in 2023.
12% of brands disclose information about raw materials in 2023 compared to 0% in 2017
94% of brands do not provide the source of energy – whether it is fossil fuels or renewable energy
The 2023 report shows some progress, but not enough brands are being transparent about their ethical business practices.
Source: