HONG KONG, Oct. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Men's shirt brand DETERMINANT has been selected to participate in the Retail4Impact initiative, led by the Consumer Information Programme of the One Planet Network, under the auspices of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP).
The Retail4Impact initiative unites the retail sector in providing effective, trustworthy sustainability claims to consumers. It aims to combat greenwashing by encouraging transparency, reliability, and clarity in sustainability communication.
Developed within the framework of the Consumer Information Programme of the One Planet Network, a multi-stakeholder partnership to implement SDG 12 on Sustainable Consumption and Production, the Retail4Impact initiative aims to drive meaningful change in the way retail businesses communicate about product sustainability to consumers. The retail sector has a key role to play in preventing greenwashing practices and ensuring product sustainability information is communicated to consumers in a clear, reliable, transparent, relevant and accessible way – not only as a major driver of the global economy, but also as the most crucial link between brands producers and consumers.
DETERMINANT's inclusion in the initiative recognizes the credibility and transparency of its sustainability claims – particularly those related to its Cotton Waterless Dye Collection. This collection features a closed-loop process that eliminates water, salt, and chemical wastewater from textile dyeing, saving up to 40L of water per shirt. This innovation addresses critical environmental, economic, and social sustainability hotspots. The water savings are independently verified by SGS certification, while consumer safety is assured through OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100 certification, which confirms that every component of the product—from fabric to thread and accessories—has been tested for harmful substances and is safe for human use.
This year, DETERMINANT extended its water stewardship mission through the 'Frozen in Tones' Waterless Dye Collection, a design capsule inspired by the UN's Global Year of Glaciers Preservation. This collection not only showcases sustainable innovation but also raises awareness on the urgent need to protect the world's water sources.
As part of the Retail4Impact initiative, DETERMINANT commits to assessing and communicating its product sustainability claims in alignment with the UNEP Guidelines for Providing Product Sustainability Information.
About DETERMINANT
DETERMINANT is a system of high quality engineered essentials for those who lead with intention. We create clothes that are thoughtfully designed, sustainably made, and built to simplify life without compromising on style or integrity. Every piece is engineered for clarity, versatility, and confidence - made to move with you, wherever you're headed.
https://global.detshirts.com/
About the Retail4Impact initiative
The Retail4Impact initiative is developed by the Consumer Information Programme of the One Planet Network, a multi-stakeholder partnership to implement SDG 12 on Sustainable Consumption and Production. It unites the retail sector in providing effective, trustworthy claims to consumers on product sustainability information.
https://www.oneplanetnetwork.org/programmes/consumer-information-scp/product sustainability-information/retail4impact
About the Consumer Information Programme of the One Planet Network
The Consumer Information Programme of the One Planet Network has the overall objective to engage and assist consumers in sustainable consumption, e.g. by making more sustainable choices about goods and services (products), including in their use and end of life phase. This takes many forms, from labels on products; to advertising, marketing, and public and third sector awareness-raising campaigns; to communications between peers via social media or family and friend networks. The programme implements and supports projects, undertakes research, identifies and encourages policies, while providing collaboration opportunities. https://www.oneplanetnetwork.org/programmes/consumer-information-scp
About the United Nations Environment Programme
The United Nations Environment Programme is the leading global voice on the environment. It provides leadership and encourages partnership in caring for the environment by inspiring, informing and enabling nations and peoples to improve their quality of life without compromising that of future generations.
http://www.unenvironment.org
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DETERMINANT JOINS THE RETAIL4IMPACT INITIATIVE TO PROVIDE CREDIBLE GREEN CLAIMS AND PREVENT GREENWASHING
- Having secured the fully driverless commercial permit in mid-November 2025, the partners have launched fully autonomous ride-hailing service via the AutoGo app.
- Initial operations cover Yas Island, with phased expansion planned for Reem, Al Maryah, and Saadiyat Islands.
- The launch marks a critical step toward the partners' goal of deploying hundreds of vehicles by 2026 and building Abu Dhabi's largest fully driverless fleet.
ABU DHABI, UAE, Jan. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Baidu, Inc. (NASDAQ: BIDU and HKEX: 9888) today announced that its autonomous ride-hailing service, Apollo Go, and AutoGo, a leading UAE-based autonomous mobility company, have officially launched the fully autonomous commercial ride-hailing service in the emirate. The launch of the service, now available via the AutoGo app, marks a major milestone in the commercialization of autonomous driving in the Middle East. The service has launched initially on Yas Island, where users in Abu Dhabi can now download the app to hail fully driverless rides.
The collaboration between Baidu's Apollo Go and K2's AutoGo began in March 2025, when they announced the partnership to build Abu Dhabi's largest fully driverless fleet. Building on that momentum, the companies secured one of the inaugural permits for fully driverless commercial operation in Abu Dhabi in mid-November 2025 and signed a next-phase agreement to scale the fleet to hundreds of vehicles by 2026. With the service now available to the general public through the AutoGo app, the partners are actively advancing their goal of establishing the emirate's largest fully driverless fleet.
"Moving from an initial partnership agreement to launching live, fully driverless operations for the public in a span of just a few months is a remarkable milestone," said Liang Zhang, Managing Director of EMEA at Baidu Apollo. "This speed of execution highlights the technical readiness of Apollo Go, the strong operational capabilities of our partnership, and the steadfast support of local regulatory bodies."
"AutoGo's transition to live robotaxi operations marks an important milestone in Abu Dhabi's autonomous mobility journey," said Sean Teo, Managing Director of K2. "Launching the service at the start of the year reflects our focus on execution and long-term value creation. By introducing robotaxi services in real urban environments and scaling across key districts, we are moving decisively from development to deployment—delivering autonomy that is practical, safe, and ready for everyday use."
The initial operation covers Yas Island, a premier leisure and entertainment hub in Abu Dhabi, now designated as a permitted zone for fully driverless operations. This service allows users to simply download the AutoGo app, request a ride, and experience a journey in a vehicle with no human driver behind the wheel.
Following the initial launch on Yas Island, the service will implement a phased geographic roll-out across Abu Dhabi. The expansion will begin with Reem Island, Al Maryah Island, and Saadiyat Island. Over time, the service will continue to expand across additional areas, with the long-term objective of operating across the wider Abu Dhabi emirate.
Apollo Go's rapid expansion into the UAE is backed by its industry-leading autonomous driving technology and proven real-world operational expertise. As a leading autonomous ride‑hailing service provider globally, Apollo Go has logged more than 240 million autonomous kilometers, of which over 140 million kilometers were completed in fully driverless mode. With a global footprint across 22 cities, Apollo Go's weekly ride count has recently surpassed 250,000, and the service has completed more than 17 million cumulative rides as of October 31, 2025. Looking ahead, Apollo Go and AutoGo will scale fully autonomous commercial ride-hailing services to reach more users and advance Abu Dhabi's smart city vision.
About Baidu
Founded in 2000, Baidu's mission is to make the complicated world simpler through technology. Baidu is a leading AI company with strong Internet foundation, trading on the NASDAQ under "BIDU" and HKEX under "9888." One Baidu ADS represents eight Class A ordinary shares.
Media Contact
intlcomm@baidu.com
ABU DHABI, UAE, Jan. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Baidu, Inc. (NASDAQ: BIDU and HKEX: 9888) today announced that its autonomous ride-hailing service, Apollo Go, and AutoGo, a leading UAE-based autonomous mobility company, have officially launched the fully autonomous commercial ride-hailing service in the emirate. The launch of the service, now available via the AutoGo app, marks a major milestone in the commercialization of autonomous driving in the Middle East. The service has launched initially on Yas Island, where users in Abu Dhabi can now download the app to hail fully driverless rides.
The collaboration between Baidu's Apollo Go and K2's AutoGo began in March 2025, when they announced the partnership to build Abu Dhabi's largest fully driverless fleet. Building on that momentum, the companies secured one of the inaugural permits for fully driverless commercial operation in Abu Dhabi in mid-November 2025 and signed a next-phase agreement to scale the fleet to hundreds of vehicles by 2026. With the service now available to the general public through the AutoGo app, the partners are actively advancing their goal of establishing the emirate's largest fully driverless fleet.
"Moving from an initial partnership agreement to launching live, fully driverless operations for the public in a span of just a few months is a remarkable milestone," said Liang Zhang, Managing Director of EMEA at Baidu Apollo. "This speed of execution highlights the technical readiness of Apollo Go, the strong operational capabilities of our partnership, and the steadfast support of local regulatory bodies."
"AutoGo's transition to live robotaxi operations marks an important milestone in Abu Dhabi's autonomous mobility journey," said Sean Teo, Managing Director of K2. "Launching the service at the start of the year reflects our focus on execution and long-term value creation. By introducing robotaxi services in real urban environments and scaling across key districts, we are moving decisively from development to deployment—delivering autonomy that is practical, safe, and ready for everyday use."
The initial operation covers Yas Island, a premier leisure and entertainment hub in Abu Dhabi, now designated as a permitted zone for fully driverless operations. This service allows users to simply download the AutoGo app, request a ride, and experience a journey in a vehicle with no human driver behind the wheel.
Following the initial launch on Yas Island, the service will implement a phased geographic roll-out across Abu Dhabi. The expansion will begin with Reem Island, Al Maryah Island, and Saadiyat Island. Over time, the service will continue to expand across additional areas, with the long-term objective of operating across the wider Abu Dhabi emirate.
Apollo Go's rapid expansion into the UAE is backed by its industry-leading autonomous driving technology and proven real-world operational expertise. As a leading autonomous ride‑hailing service provider globally, Apollo Go has logged more than 240 million autonomous kilometers, of which over 140 million kilometers were completed in fully driverless mode. With a global footprint across 22 cities, Apollo Go's weekly ride count has recently surpassed 250,000, and the service has completed more than 17 million cumulative rides as of October 31, 2025. Looking ahead, Apollo Go and AutoGo will scale fully autonomous commercial ride-hailing services to reach more users and advance Abu Dhabi's smart city vision.
About Baidu
Founded in 2000, Baidu's mission is to make the complicated world simpler through technology. Baidu is a leading AI company with strong Internet foundation, trading on the NASDAQ under "BIDU" and HKEX under "9888." One Baidu ADS represents eight Class A ordinary shares.
Media Contact
intlcomm@baidu.com
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Baidu's Apollo Go and K2's AutoGo Commence Fully Autonomous Ride-Hailing Service on Yas Island, Announce Phased Expansion Across Abu Dhabi
