Which companies use sweatshops 2011

A leading-edge research firm focused on digital transformation. Good Subscriber Account active since Shortcuts. Account icon An icon in the shape of a person's head and shoulders. It often indicates a user profile. Log out. US Markets Loading Electrical wires dangled dangerously from the walls above piles of fabric, says the BBC's Paulo Cabral, who accompanied officials on their raid. The people were being paid between 12 and 20 cents a piece - the equivalent of US cents 4p-7p , Brazilian media reported.

Inditex, the world's biggest clothes retailer, said 15 people had been found working in a factory for a subcontractor without their knowledge. Upon learning of the case, Inditex acted immediately, a company statement said. Inditex's chief executive Pablo Isla was chosen by Ortega as his successor in the running of the retail empire. This is a BETA experience. You may opt-out by clicking here. More From Forbes. Mar 5, , pm EST. Nov 9, , pm EST.

In the fashion industry, specifically, when it comes to fast fashion, errors are almost inevitable. The speed at which garments are produced have drastically increased in order to meet consumer demands and unfortunately, quality control often takes a back seat during production. Unfortunately, this cycle of production has destructive effects on the environment due to its large water and resources requirements.

These harmful chemicals contribute to toxic water pollution. Zara felt immense pressure from Greenpeace and the public to make a change and after Greenpeace campaigners began a conversation with Zara about eliminating the release of harmful chemicals during the production of their clothes, the brand decided to do something out the problem.

In November , Zara committed to eliminate all discharge of harmful chemicals from its supply chain by Zara also vowed that by , of its suppliers will make information about the release of hazardous chemicals available to the public and the media.

The working conditions were horrendous where workers were forced to work overtime in small areas, with very little air for as little as 14 cents an hour.

There were also allegations of child labor, verbal and physical abuse as well as unjustified termination.