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Ganni A/S has partnered with Modern Synthesis to create their new Bou Bag, advancing their goal to phase out all virgin leather by the end of this year. “By partnering with Modern Synthesis to develop our iconic Bou Bag from bacteria, we get another step closer to our goal of having 10 percent of materials coming from our ‘Fabrics of The Future’ by 2025—and we can’t wait to see what else we can make with Modern Synthesis’ technology,” Lauren Bartley, Chief Sustainability Officer at Ganni said.  Check out the full article in Sourcing Journal https://lnkd.in/ef3aJGyp #nextgenmaterials #circularfashion #fashionrevolution #sustainability #sustainablefashion #vegan #veganfashion #futureoffashion #materialinnovation #sustainablematerials

Do you have the motivation to make impactful changes and influence the textile industry policy?👕 👖 👗 👚 Look no further❗ If you are an expert in the textile industry, maybe come from a brand, a retailer or even a recycler, we´d like to invite you to join us for a very special occasion in Berlin from 28 to 29 May 2024 and work together with a group of textile experts from all across Europe to help design impactful policy interventions that will not only set new industry standards but also enhance transparency and encourage the adoption of circular principles across the textile economy. The goal is to establish policies that enhance sustainability, promote waste reduction, and encourage material reuse within the fashion industry following the overarching themes of Extended Producer Responsibility scheme, Digital Product Passport and value chain transparency. Key Areas of Focus: ● Encourage innovative and sustainable design principles. ● Develop business models that embody SCIRT's sustainability goals. ● Enhance recycling processes and technologies to better support SCIRT objectives. Intrigued? We have a few spots left so reach out to us via [email protected] SCIRT Project Carolyn Brand Jasmien Wynants Ina Budde

#circulareconomy #leavenoonebehind The Cradle to Cradle Products Innovation Institute is leading the way towards a sustainable future. Their vision of a circular economy, where safe materials and products are designed, manufactured, and reused, is a game-changer for businesses wanting to reaffirm their environmental awareness, business acumen and social responsibility. By adopting the principles of the Circular Economy, businesses have an opportunity to optimise their materials whilst giving their products an increased level of credibility in the eyes of their customers. This means that #innovation and #disruption don't always require new inventions, but rather new ways of producing and consuming the things we already have and love. The companies featured in this book are representative of varying industries, yet united in celebrating their commitment to doing things differently to ensure a #sustainablefuture for ALL! This means that YOU also have the power to incorporate sustainability approaches in your daily business. YOU can also participate in the Circular Economy by simply (re)thinking your production processes to future-proof your business. Napapijri, a VF Company L'Oréal Henry Rose TRIGEMA W. Grupp KG Tarkett Shaw Industries Mecho Loll Designs Lindner Group Werner & Mertz Benelux Dopper C&A #fashion #beauty #flooringsolutions #construction #activewear #perfume #c2c #circulareconomy #designoutwaste #keepproductsinuseforlonger #regeneratenature #innovation #disruption

Yesterday, an important and exciting panel talk on "𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗰𝗶𝗿𝗰𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆" within the textile industry took place: 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗙𝗨𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗘 𝗢𝗙 𝗙𝗔𝗦𝗛𝗜𝗢𝗡 – 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗶𝗿𝗰𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗿 𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝘆 organized by the hessnatur stiftung | Institute for Applied Sustainability. We would like to thank our partners Prof. Dr. Stefan Schlichter from Technische Hochschule Augsburg, Ina Budde from circular.fashion, and Åsa Degerman from Södra, for actively involving us in the discussion - even though we unfortunately had to cancel our attendence due to health reasons. However, the insights gained from this discussion are invaluable. "Sorting is the undisputed bottleneck for textile circularity in Europe. We must develop scalable, high-quality sorting systems using a modular approach and incorporating expansion stages due to the technology's incomplete maturity. Only by doing so, we can meet regulatory requirements and market demands to close the loop in textile circularity." For all those who were unable to attend: The panel talk is available on YouTube: https://lnkd.in/eTBzz5HF 🌍♻️💪 If you are interested to learn more about TEXAID and discuss collaboration synergies you are welcome to write us an email at [email protected]. #TEXAID #textiles #textilecircularity #sustainability #sustainablefashion #textilerecycling #textilesorting #textileindustry #retailsolutions #recyclingsolutions

🌿 Founder Fridays: Nina & Amanda from The Sustainable Angle! 🌿 Welcome back to another episode of “Founder Fridays”! This week, we are featuring Nina Marenzi and Amanda Johnston from The Sustainable Angle, a not-for-profit organization that offers consulting services and runs the amazing event - the Future Fabrics Expo. 👚 👖 The Future Fabrics Expo offers a knowledge and sourcing platform for sustainability in textiles, materials, and leading innovations. The next event will be happening June 26-25 in London and will showcase over 10,000 materials and innovations! Watch the interview below to learn more about: 👉 The origin story of the Future Fabrics Expo 👉 How to approach building a sustainable business from the ground up 👉 What key emerging technologies to keep an eye out for And more… 💬🔍 Now it’s your turn to support and inspire the next generation of innovators! What advice would you give to someone looking to start their own business in the fashion sustainability sector? Leave a comment, your insights may be invaluable to someone else! 🔗 If you missed it, catch up on our previous video at the link in the comments #founderfridays #sustainabilityleaders #plantbased #circularity #circulareconomy #supplychain #materialinnovation #textileinnovation #biodiversity #sustainablefashion #thisisthefuture #sustainablebusiness #responsibletextiles #fashionexpo #nextgenmaterials

The key outcome of this article is the introduction of the "Textiles of the Future" initiative by the European Commission, aimed at promoting the green and digital transition in the textile industry. This initiative, co-managed by the EU Technology Platform for Future of Textiles and Clothing (ETP), has garnered support from organizations like Euratex, who view innovation as essential for implementing sustainable and circular textile strategies. The initiative is part of the EU's broader Horizon Europe Strategic Plan 2025-2027, which seeks to enhance Europe's resilience, competitiveness, inclusivity, and democracy through research and innovation. Euratex's Director General highlighted the importance of innovation in bridging sustainability and competitiveness, emphasizing the partnership's role in helping EU textile companies become global leaders in sustainable products. Additionally, it's encouraging to see the entire industry moving towards green practices, sustainability, and a commitment to saving the planet. As a Textile technologist, we are eager to contribute to this positive momentum within the industry. 🌱👨🔬

A Nordic interregional collaboration is now commencing to demonstrate how workwear companies can prepare, and adapt their global value chains to the upcoming EU regulations on circular economy. The goal is to assist workwear producers in Denmark, Sweden, and Norway in becoming more sustainable through circular product design, production, and service concepts. Recently, the consortium partners convened for an initial meeting at The Swedish School of Textiles to discuss the project framework, which is a feasibility study intended to lead to a multi-year project involving workwear companies in the Öresund-Kattegat-Skagerrak (ÖKS) region. Partners in this feasibility study: University of Borås, Aalborg University Business School, and Circular Innovation Lab ApS. The feasibility study is funded by the EU through the Interreg Öresund-Kattegat-Skagerrak European Regional Development Fund. At this first meeting the following attended: Kanchana Dissanayake, Senior Lecturer, Sara Harper, Senior Lecturer, Dr. Mohammad Neaz Morshed, Researcher, and Rudrajeet Pal, Professor, from the Swedish School of Textiles, Kim Hjerrild, Strategic Partnerships Lead at Circular Innovation Lab, Denmark, Apoorva Arya, Founder and CEO of Circular Innovation Lab, Denmark. #circulareconomy #textilemanagement #theswedishschooloftextiles

Do you know the concept of textile bioeconomy? This July 10th, the BE@t Day event is taking place on the premises of CITEVE, talking about such an important topic: the textile bioeconomy, and Allcost, of course, couldn't misThis July 10th, the BE@t Day event is taking place on the premises of CITEVE, talking about such an important topic: the textile bioeconomy, and Allcost, of course, couldn't miss out. 🙂✅ Textile bioeconomy refers to the application of bioeconomy principles in the production and management of textile products, with the use of bio-based, renewable and sustainable raw materials. In the context of the BE@T project, the textile bioeconomy is an integral approach that aims to integrate innovative, sustainable and circular processes in the Textile and Fashion Industry, promoting economically viable and environmentally responsible practices. This ambitious project, with a robust consortium of 56 partners, including companies and research centers, seeks to develop traceable textile products of biological origin, investing in renewable and local raw materials, such as forests and agro-industrial waste, among others. BE@T not only promotes the culture of sustainability and responsible consumption, but one of its main objectives is to foster cooperation to reindustrialize Europe and increase the safety and traceability of textile products. Among the event's activities, in addition to the conference with experts on the topic of textile bioeconomy, there will be a series of conversations, sharing of opinions and debates, in addition to the exhibition of the fashion show with pieces held at the iTechStyle Green Circle, where Allcost is always present, collaborating while striving to promote through the development of new products and processes that a new sustainable textile paradigm is viable and beneficial for all. Join us on this journey towards a greener and more responsible future. 🌍🍃 www.allcost.pt 👉 Read more about the project: https://lnkd.in/epb68zvh #allcost #sustainability #innovation #textileindustry #economiacircular #ecodesign #ecoconscious #beatproject #futuroverde #consumoresponsavel #citeve #greencircle #itechstyle

The presentation by Tricia Carey, Renewcell, is one of the top presentations in the topic “Circular Economy & Sustainability” at the Dornbirn GFC 2023:   In a world grappling with the challenges of #environmental #sustainability , the concept of #circularity has gained significant attention. Join us for an engaging presentation that delves into the circularity dilemma, exploring the thought-provoking question: "What comes first, the chicken or the egg?" This captivating presentation will take you on a journey through the establishment of Renewcell, a groundbreaking company that spearheaded the world's first commercial-scale textile-to-textile #recycling plant for dissolving pulp, called CIRCULOSE®. With a focus on sustainability and #innovation, Renewcell has revolutionized the #textile industry by tackling the circularity dilemma head-on.  By showcasing the remarkable achievements of Renewcell, we will demonstrate how circularity can be achieved in practice. Learn how Renewcell's pioneering technology enables the transformation of discarded textiles into high-quality dissolving pulp, which is then used to produce new garments, closing the loop in the fashion supply chain. Discover how Renewcell's groundbreaking efforts have redefined the possibilities for textile recycling, paving the way for a more sustainable and responsible industry. 62nd Dornbirn GFC 2023, 13 - 15 September, Dornbirn, Austria Programme: https://lnkd.in/d4GjEgTv #fiber #circulareconomy #technology #sustainable #fibercongress #dornbirngfc #textileindustry #fiberinnovation #circulareconomy #sustainable #sustainableagriculture #fibercongress #dornbirngfc    

🌍 𝐌𝐘 𝐉𝐎𝐔𝐑𝐍𝐄𝐘 𝐈𝐍𝐓𝐎 𝐒𝐔𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐀𝐁𝐈𝐋𝐈𝐓𝐘: 𝐅𝐑𝐎𝐌 𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐋𝐈𝐙𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐓𝐎 𝐀𝐃𝐕𝐎𝐂𝐀𝐂𝐘 🌿 It all began with an awakening: understanding that our actions have far-reaching effects. This realizationaped my choices and led me into the dynamic textile and apparel industry, where tradition meets transformation. Key Moments on My Path: 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭: Realized the profound effects of our daily decisions on ecosystems and communities. 𝐓𝐞𝐱𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐥 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲: Found a field at a crossroads, teeming with potential for sustainable transformation. 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐛𝐨𝐧 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐭𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐢𝐫𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐫 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠: Adopted circular economy principles, emphasizing waste reduction, reuse, and product longevity. 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Partnered with designers, manufacturers, and supply chain experts to explore sustainable materials like organic cotton and recycled fibers. 𝐏𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐬 𝐚 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐯𝐚𝐬: Innovated in sustainable packaging through biodegradable materials and minimalist designs. 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐜𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Championed sustainability via LinkedIn posts, workshops, and industry events, empowering others through knowledge. 𝐌𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭: Tracked metrics—emissions, water usage, and social impact—to demonstrate sustainability as a strategic advantage. 𝐓𝐫𝐢𝐩𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬: Barcelona's circular fashion initiatives and passionate entrepreneurs enriched my journey, blending history with modern sustainability. 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐑𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐄𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭: Witnessed brands inspiring others and consumers demanding change, amplifying the impact. My journey continues, weaving a sustainable future. 🌱💬 What's your sustainability story? Let’s connect and create a dialogue! Comment below or message me directly. #SustainableLiving #FashionRevolution #CircularEconomy #InspireChange