The most-read stories on just-style this week include a look at Adidas's "game-changing" recycling project for a new breed of sporting goods, an interview with Cara Chacon, Patagonia's director of social & environmental responsibility, on the group's CSR commitments, and Cambodia's unions agreeing a proposed new US$168 monthly minimum wage for the country's garment sector. 

Adidas unveils “game-changing” recycling project
German sportswear giant Adidas Group is launching a three-year “game-changing” research project to develop what it calls a “new breed of sporting goods” that can be repeatedly recycled in a chemical and waste-free process. 

Fung Group launches omnichannel retail lab
Virtual-reality fitting rooms, magic mirrors and 3D printing are among innovations being trialled at a large-scale laboratory in Shanghai where businesses can experiment with omnichannel techniques and trends shaping the future of retail.

Interview: Patagonia's CSR commitments re-shaping the sector
Patagonia's goal of building "the world’s most socially and environmentally responsible supply chain" has made the outdoor wear specialist something of a pioneer in its industry. Cara Chacon, the group's director of social & environmental responsibility, however, is quick to admit that despite its successes, the company is far from perfect.

Patagonia ramps up Fair Trade Certified apparel
Outdoor clothing company Patagonia is ramping up its Fair Trade Certified apparel offering this autumn, as well as working to enroll more of its supplier factories into the programme.

Unions agree proposed Cambodia minimum wage
A group of independent and pro-government trade unions has agreed on a proposal for a new US$168 monthly minimum wage in the Cambodian garment sector, although talks are still underway with employers.

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