Netherlands' ZDHC study highlights Roadmap to Zero Programme benefits

16 Mar '23

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The biggest commercial benefits for those organisations that have deeply integrated the Netherlands-based Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals (ZDHC) Roadmap to Zero Programme into their business practices have been identified by a study exclusively available to ZDHC contributors. The results showed that the benefits of the programme far outweigh the costs for most stakeholders.

The 2022 Business Case Study, conducted by PricewaterhouseCoopers Private Limited (PwC), aimed to identify the financial and non-financial benefits of ZDHC’s Roadmap to Zero Programme for brands, manufacturers, and chemical suppliers in the textile, leather, apparel, and footwear industry, the ZDHC Foundation said in a press release.

The study highlighted the role of ZDHC in driving sustainable innovation and harmonising industry practices. By adopting the ZDHC guidelines and using the platforms provided, stakeholders have realised significant benefits.

ZDHC has brought about a significant cultural shift in the industry, with heightened awareness related to sustainable chemical management and the adoption of certifications at the initial stage of testing. Contributors reported a reduction in chemical consumption of up to 30 per cent through the analysis of chemical inventory lists.

Overall, the study showed that ZDHC’s Roadmap to Zero Programme has been instrumental in driving sustainability and innovation in the industry.

The Roadmap to Zero Programme by ZDHC leads the fashion industry to eliminate harmful chemicals from its global supply chain by building the foundation for more sustainable manufacturing to protect workers, consumers, and the planet’s ecosystems.

ZDHC is a multi-stakeholder organisation comprising over 150 contributors from across the industry including brands, suppliers, and chemical suppliers.

Fibre2Fashion News Desk (NB)

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