The GRV Journal is keeping you up to date with our showcases at Europe’s most relevant tradeshows, our consumer facing initiatives and background information on hot sustainability topics. Enjoy!
myclimate is a trusted partner in global and local climate protection. Through collaboration with industry partners and individuals, they are shaping a more sustainable future through their comprehensive advisory services, educational programs, and impactful climate protection projects. As a non-profit organization, ...read more
Outdoor equipment retailer Globetrotter has opened it’s doors to their new Re:Think store in the Bonn Weststadt area, Germany. The concept is based on sustainability, recycling and up-cycling, with almost everything down to the smallest detail of the previous tenant’s inventory from Conrad Electronic being ...read more
lavalan® offers functional insulation. It is solely made from natural and renewable raw materials: virgin European wool that is 100% traceable, stabilized with corn-based PLA. Wool is a renewable and biodegradable material that has outstanding performance and functionality. Its European origin guarantees reduced ...read more
EOCA is are a group of businesses in the European outdoor industry who have come together to raise funds to put directly into conservation projects worldwide (except USA and Canada) – to give back to the great outdoors. In 16 years of existence, EOCA has supported 172 projects to the tune of nearly €5 ...read more
Discover in our latest “New Horizons” Episode, why PFAS, also known as “Forever Chemicals,” are a pressing issue for both the environment and human health. These chemical compounds are used in outdoor products to provide crucial properties like water, oil, and dirt repellency. Unfortunately, ...read more
The SUSTAINABILITY HUB is set to open its doors in June (04-06) at the Atrium 3 of the Munich Order Center, showcasing a diverse array of innovative and groundbreaking initiatives, projects, products, and services aimed at promoting sustainability. Step into the forefront of sustainability in the outdoor business. Our ...read more
To succeed in halving their emissions by 2030, Swedish outdoor footwear brand Icebug has scrutinized every part of their production. They have put up a carbon budget and they make constant improvements in materials and logistics. Some changes are complicated – but some are surprisingly easy and effective. Right now, ...read more
Down and feathers have been recycled for as long as they have been used as filling material for bedding products. Historically, down was separated from shell fabrics, subsequently washed and then mixed with new down, ultimately creating new products. Re:Down’s process is based on this ancient practice. In ...read more
Mountain Equipment is proud to present its Down CODEX© initiative, the culmination of 10 years of hard work, and commitment to putting in place standards and rules for down traceability in all Mountain Equipment products. #traceability #animalWelfare #down #circularity Meet Anke Schneider from Mountain Equipment ...read more
The platform Iteratif for circular processing is the evolution of complex garment accessories and soft good recycling: the future of more sustainable outdoor product and active wear. #circularity #recycling #traceability Meet Ben Levy-McNaughton, Founder of Iteratif personally at ISPO Munich 2023 What: GRV Guided ...read more
