It’s a long story
(Leather Naturally) The world’s first ever digital exhibition dedicated to the incredible longevity and circularity of leather. Join us on[read more]
A few facts about livestock and land use
(European Livestock Voice, 10.10.2023) Consumers rarely know about the contributions of livestock to our land and the positive aspects of grazing. Instead,[read more]
Handbook of Leather Design for Sustainable Development
Purpose of the Handbook The handbook aims at facilitating the design and development process of leather products and informing the[read more]
Guiding principles – More Sustainable Leather Chemistry
A Disusssion Paper from Industry and Academia The project "More Sustainable Chemistry along the Leather Supply Chains" at the Darmstadt[read more]
It is also possible without livestock, but it makes no sense.
Again and again we hear that animal foods are not good for the climate. Is that true? Farmers have always[read more]
Recently published: Guiding Principles – More Sustainable Leather Chemistry
The project "More Sustainable Chemistry along Leather Supply Chains" at Darmstadt University of Applied Sciences (h_da) aims to support the[read more]
Joint Position Statement on Cr VI limit in the context of EU Skin Sensitizer Restrictions
Please find here the Joint Position Statement signed by: COTANCE Confederation of National Associations of Tanners and Dressers of the[read more]
Heinen becomes first STeP-certified tannery in Germany
(International Leather Maker, 3. February 2023) Heinen Leather has become the first German tannery to achieve Oeko-Tex’ STeP certification. STeP,[read more]
Why is there an overabundance of hides ending up in landfills?
We would like to draw your attention to this interesting article written by RFD-TV News Staff, Currey McCullough: There is[read more]
Briefing on the commercial kangaroo of Australia – July 2021
Follow this link to the presentation of KIAA - Kangaroo Industry Association of Australia. The presentation informs about the topics:[read more]
Study on glutaraldehyde published
What is it about? The pursuit of safer use of chemicals and zero discharge of hazardous chemicals has resulted in[read more]
Interview with Karsten Maier, Secretary General of UECBV
Interview with Karsten Maier, Secretary General of UECBV The UECBV (European Livestock and Meat Trade Association) is involved in issues[read more]
Global Leather Industry Position – Statement on Leather Alternatives
There are more and more new materials appearing on the fashion, design and upholstery for transport and interiors markets, with[read more]
Carbon figures show why hides must not go to waste
- World Leather Article - Towards the end of 2020, the Leather and Hide Council of America (LHCA)[read more]
Amazon rainforest fires (UK Leather)
The true leather facts about the Amazon rainforest fires. While no one can fail to be horrified by the[read more]
Renouncing leather?
Helsinki Fashion Week: Certain groups make us believe renouncing leather means no more suffering animals in the world. Is[read more]
How well are animals protected in Germany and Europe?
Carry on reading and find out! Who hasn‘t come across this kind of thing – in the media and[read more]