Ethical sourcing aims to ensure that products are produced in a way that respects the rights and well-being of workers and communities involved in the production process.

While the use of sustainable materials is important for environmental sustainability, it is not a key component of ethical sourcing, which focuses on the social and labor aspects of production.

A living wage is a wage that is sufficient to meet the basic needs of a worker and their family, including food, housing, education, and healthcare.

The International Labour Organization (ILO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations that sets international labor standards and promotes decent work for all.

Sustainable production refers to the practices and processes that minimize environmental impact and conserve natural resources.

Ethical sourcing and production practices may increase production costs due to the need for higher wages, safer working conditions, and sustainable materials.

Traceability refers to the ability to track the movement of a product through its supply chain, from the raw materials to the finished product.

Government regulations are typically not a challenge for fashion brands in implementing ethical sourcing and production practices.

Fair trade is a system of certification that ensures that producers in developing countries receive a fair price for their products.

Maximizing production output is not a key element of sustainable production, which focuses on minimizing environmental impact and conserving resources.

Indigenous sourcing refers to the practice of sourcing goods from indigenous communities in a way that respects their rights and traditions.

Ethical sourcing and production practices may lead to higher prices due to the need for higher wages, safer working conditions, and sustainable materials.

Zero-waste production refers to the practice of producing goods in a way that minimizes or eliminates waste.

While the use of sustainable materials is important for environmental sustainability, it is not a key component of ethical sourcing, which focuses on the social and labor aspects of production.

Carbon-neutral production refers to the practice of producing goods in a way that does not contribute to greenhouse gas emissions.