The garment industry has faced significant criticism over its environmental and social impacts, including High water and energy consumption in textile production, Chemical pollution from dyeing and finishing processes, Textile waste from overproduction and discarded clothing.
JAMM International is focusing on below:
1. Transitioning to Sustainable Materials
• Increase the use of organically-grown, recycled, and/or biodegradable fibres like organic cotton, recycled polyester, and lyocell.
• Eliminate the use of hazardous chemicals and dyes through safer alternatives.
• Promote the development and adoption of innovative, low-impact materials.
2. Improving Manufacturing Processes
• Implement cleaner production technologies to reduce water, energy, and chemical consumption.
• Invest in renewable energy sources like solar and wind for garment factories.
• Develop closed-loop systems to recycle and reuse water, chemicals, and textile waste.
3. Enhancing Supply Chain Transparency and Traceability
• Map out supply chains to identify social and environmental hotspots.
• Collaborate with suppliers to improve working conditions and environmental performance.
• Adopt blockchain and other technologies to provide full transparency on the origin and production history of materials and finished goods.
4. Promoting Circular Business Models
• Design products for disassembly, reuse, and recycling.
• Develop take-back schemes and recycling infrastructure to extend product lifecycles.
• Shift towards rental, leasing, and resale models to reduce waste and overproduction.
5. Empowering and Protecting Workers
• Ensure safe, healthy, and ethical working conditions across the supply chain.
• Pay living wages and respect labour rights, especially in producer countries.
• Provide training, skills development, and pathways to economic empowerment for workers.
6. Engaging Consumers and Policymakers
• Educate consumers on sustainable fashion choices and shift mindsets away from fast, disposable culture.
• Advocate for stronger environmental and social regulations in the industry.
Implementing these strategies will require collaboration across brands, suppliers, workers, consumers, and policymakers. It’s a complex challenge, but essential for transitioning the garment industry towards a more sustainable future.
OEM Production:
1. Manufacturing Capabilities and Capacity
– Ability to produce large volumes of garments to meet brand demands
– Access to advanced production equipment and technologies
– Flexible manufacturing processes to accommodate changes in orders
2. Quality Assurance
– Robust quality control systems to ensure consistent product quality
– Compliance with industry safety, environmental, and social standards
– Proactive monitoring and improvement of manufacturing processes
3. Supply Chain Management
– Efficient logistics and inventory management to meet delivery timelines
– Visibility and traceability across the supply chain
– Ability to source sustainable and responsibly-produced materials
4. Transparency and Collaboration
– Open communication and transparent reporting to brand partners
– Willingness to work closely with brands on product development
– Demonstration of ethical labour practices and environmental stewardship
5. Innovation and Flexibility
– Openness to implementing new technologies and sustainable solutions
– Agility to adapt production to evolving market demands and trends
– Proactive suggestions for design improvements or cost optimizations
Please let us know if you have any other questions! We’re happy to provide more general guidance, but would recommend consulting industry experts for specific recommendations tailored to your business.