The purpose of this Technical Paper is for Higg FEM users to start understanding and preparing for the next version of the Higg FEM (“Higg FEM 4.0”), which will officially be released on the Higg platform in November 2023. Facilities will start reporting their 2023 performance using the FEM 4.0 framework.
Cascale’s State of the Industry 2026 report shares new analysis of verified facility data, shows emissions rising as coal dependence and limited renewable energy adoption slow progress.
The Principles on the Frequency of Environmental Data Reporting, reflects the growing recognition that while environmental data and disclosure are vital for progress, the industry must also ensure reporting is efficient, purposeful, and actionable. The goal is to strike a balance — collecting the right data at the right frequency to drive measurable impact without unnecessary burdens on manufacturers.
This Cascale Better Buying report for SLCP showcases how Better Buying data informs a Win-Win Sustainable Partnership, highlighting factors such as audit harmonization. Audit harmonization is a top priority among partners such as Better Buying and the Social & Labor Convergence Program (SLCP).
