Energy Transition Update - Fashion Industry Joins Forces For Renewable Energy Revolution

Levi Strauss & Co. and Marks & Spencer have collaboratively launched the Fashion Renewable Collaborative (FRC) with Schneider Electric, aiming to advance renewable electricity across the fashion industry. Announced during New York Climate Week, this initiative seeks to overcome market barriers hindering suppliers' adoption of renewable energy by offering resources and support for a scalable transition. The FRC provides fashion suppliers with access to education, guidance, and tools such as power purchase agreements and energy certificates to help reduce emissions. By coordinating efforts and fostering industry-wide collaboration, the FRC aims to drive substantial progress in decarbonizing global fashion supply chains.

• Schneider Electric (ENXTPA:SU) last closed at €293.35 down 0.6%.

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• "Levi Strauss & Co. and Marks & Spencer launch the Fashion Renewable Collaborative to turn climate commitments into renewable electricity action" from Schneider Electric on GlobeNewswire (published 22 September 2026)

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