ZDHC refines its focus
17/09/2015
Established in 2011, the roadmap included a preliminary work plan towards addressing the challenge of zero discharge by 2020. Subsequent updates have refined and focused ZDHC efforts.
The group is made of 19 brands – including Nike, Adidas and New Balance - and seven associate members.
These new focus areas are:
• Manufacturing Restricted Substances List (MRSL) and implementation conformity – Includes two primary tracks of work, updates to the MRSL and engagement to promote adherence.
• Research – Engages with academia and the industry to encourage research into the development of safer alternatives and to conduct research on priority chemicals.
• Audit protocol – Works to harmonise audit tool with Sustainable Apparel Coalition, finalise the audit conformance process and engage industry groups to promote adoption of the audit tools.
• Wastewater quality – Intends to minimise chemical pollutants discharged into the environment through good process controls and effective chemicals management by developing wastewater quality guidance.
“The updated Joint Roadmap is a clear and strategic effort to tightly focus programme efforts and resources,” said Frank Michel, ZDHC executive director. “Transitioning from seven workstreams into four focus areas will support all elements of the supply chain in adopting improved chemical management practices.
"We have made significant strides in the past year, including releasing the ZDHC Manufacturing Restricted Substances List and Audit Protocols, establishing a standalone ZDHC legal entity based in Amsterdam and effectively strengthening the organisation as well as the ZDHC Programme. This update defines the path for the next five years."
More information is available on ZDHC website.
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