Exclusive: Adidas reveals talks underway to detox global sportswear supply chain

Jessica Shankleman
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Clothing giant insists work to tackle toxins is underway, as latest Greenpeace report slams industry's use of harmful chemicals

Adidas has revealed it is talking to competing sportswear brands, including Nike and Puma, as part of efforts to develop an industry-wide commitment to detoxing the supply chain. The news comes as Greenpeace...

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