Interview With Compreli: Facing The Inconvenient Truth About Pre-consumer Textile Waste
It is well-known that the textile industry features among the highest polluting sectors on a global scale, but many of us might not be aware of how exactly it ends up producing so much waste. Our interview with Ramesh De Silva, co-founder of Compreli Consulting, sheds light on that matter, discussing the current waste reduction […]
Policy Updates: EU Ban on Products Made With Forced Labour & the Corporate Due Diligence Directive
As per our forecast for 2024, two major EU policies, the Ban on Products Made With Forced Labour and the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive, have been the subject of recent updates in Brussels. To help you stay on top of the latest happenings in the EU landscape, in this article, we will go over […]
EU Elections 101: Everything You Always Wanted to Ask
The EU elections are a crucial moment not only for politicians but also for EU businesses and citizens, who can have their say on what EU institutions should focus on in the next five years. In this infographic, we’ll take you through everything you need to know about how the EU elections work, how and […]
EU Policy for Non-EU Players: Understanding the Impacts of EU Textile Policies on Global Suppliers
As the European Union intensifies its focus on implementing sustainability policies, the new rules for textiles begin to send ripples beyond its borders, causing major concern among non-EU suppliers. In this article, I will take you through the challenges and opportunities these policies present for global players in the textile industry, and explain the urgent […]
EU Sustainability Legislation in 2023: A Complete Year Recap and Our Forecast of What’s Coming
As 2023 draws to a close, it’s time to reflect on a year that has been pivotal for EU sustainability legislation. Just as we did in 2021 and 2022, the Ohana team has prepared a comprehensive recap of this year’s developments and a detailed assessment of what’s likely to come next. So get ready to […]
Fresh Talent in the Ohana Public Affairs Team: Introducing Analoli Menéndez
We are thrilled to announce yet another valuable addition to our team, Analoli del Cueto Menéndez! With a background in Law and European Integration, specifically in EU Environmental Governance, Analoli brings a unique set of skills and experiences that align perfectly with our commitment to driving positive change in the EU sustainability landscape. Want someone […]
EU Climate Target for 2040: Why Change Cannot Wait
The European Union is now at a crucial point in its efforts to create a more sustainable future. To bridge the gap between its climate targets for 2030 and 2050, the EU is engaged in the development of a new set of environmental objectives to be achieved by 2040. The upcoming climate legislation certainly has […]
EU Green Claims Directive: A Deep Dive
A lot has already been written about the EU Green Claims Directive (GCD), both before and since its publication in March 2023. However, in the haste of reporting the latest news, many of these pieces can end up being a bit superficial in content, and overlooking important aspects of the proposal. To make sure that […]
Major Policy Updates: EU Textile Strategy & Due Diligence Votes
The 1st of June 2023 was a big day for sustainability in the EU, with two major policies being voted on by the European Parliament, the EU Strategy for Sustainable and Circular Textiles and the EU Due Diligence Proposal. Respectively, these comprehensive pieces are aimed at reshaping the way one of the highly polluting industries […]
Ohana Public Affairs: Taking EU Legislation Monitoring Services to the Next Level
In the rapidly changing EU sustainability policy landscape, having appropriate guidance from subject-matter experts can be invaluable for companies interested in staying ahead of the game and turning emerging challenges into business opportunities. As a boutique public affairs consultancy focused on sustainability matters, Ohana consistently goes beyond the standard approaches to public affairs, taking standard […]