【European Uni】Conflict Minerals: Europe Now Responsible
Editor’s NoteThis article outlines new EU regulations requiring importers of key minerals to conduct supply chain due diligence, aiming to improve…
Sustainability & Ethics
【France】Consumption: The Boom of Bag-in-Box
Editor’s NoteThis article examines the surprising resurgence of bag-in-box wines, a market segment that saw explosive growth during the 2020…
【London, UK】Jewelry Companies’ Sourcing Shows Improvement but Remains Insufficient
Editor’s NoteThis article highlights ongoing concerns in the jewelry industry’s supply chains. While progress in responsible sourcing is noted,…
While Jewels Sparkle, Human Rights Are Still Violated
Editor’s NoteThis article highlights a critical gap in the jewelry industry’s ethical sourcing efforts. While major brands are making progress, the…
【Portugal】Matilde, Mourinho’s ‘Influencer’ Daughter, Switches to Jewelry Design
Editor’s NoteThis article highlights a notable shift from social media influence to sustainable entrepreneurship, as Matilde Faria, daughter of…
【Africa】The Kimberley Process certifies ‘conflict-free’ diamonds, but is it acceptable to ignore the violence miners face?
Editor’s NoteThis article contains disturbing accounts of violence against miners in some African diamond operations. While the Kimberley Process…
#SustainabilityInVogue: Can Jewelry Be Sustainable? 8 High Jewelry Pieces Free from Blood, Sweat, and Ethical Concerns
Editor’s NoteChopard has committed to using 100% ethically sourced gold across all its jewelry and watches since July 2018. Each piece is crafted…
Chopard Launches New ‘Ice Cube’ Collection: Princess-Cut ‘Ice Cubes’
Editor’s NoteChopard’s latest “Ice Cube” collection continues to find inspiration in the clarity and geometry of ice, this season featuring…
【New York, US】Tiffany to Disclose Diamond Supply Chain and Origin Information
Editor’s NoteTiffany & Co. has announced new principles to increase transparency in its diamond supply chain, pledging to disclose the origin and…
【Democratic R】DRC: Launch of the “Fair Cobalt Alliance” to Improve Working Conditions in Cobalt Mines
Editor’s NoteThis article outlines the launch of the Fair Cobalt Alliance, a new initiative aimed at improving conditions in cobalt mining and…