We know that upcycling, recycling, and the use of recycled materials are pillars of a circular apparel industry. However, challenges to scale remain around the downgrading of recycled materials, powerful vested interests in virgin fibre production, and rapid growth in fashion consumption. Apparel brands must play a significant role in tackling these issues to limit the use of virgin fibres, and re-shape the industry. We discussed:
• What are the barriers and challenges in using and re-using recycled materials for apparel, and how can brands overcome these?
• The role of business in helping to build and scale textile recycling infrastructure
• How brands can effectively engage with consumers in circular fashion
• The tools and models available for measuring the impact of using recycled fabrics
The panel:
• Nienke Steen, global lead apparel, textiles and footwear, Cradle to Cradle Products Innovation Institute
• Anna-Karin Dahlberg, director of sustainability, Lindex
• Steven Bethell, founder, Bank & Vogue
This webinar was moderated by Tanya Richard, head of research and stakeholder engagement at Innovation Forum.
How advanced recycling can tackle plastic waste
Weekly briefing – From Abu Dhabi to Nairobi: world leaders convene to deliver sustainable development
Weekly podcast – Corporate giants' massive role in climate transition
How to ensure factory worker safety
Carbon frontier: carbon market insights for today's businesses
Monday briefing: Collaboration to tackle air pollution and accelerate sustainable development
Weekly podcast – Greenhushing: where’s the sweet spot for corporate climate transparency?
Switching gears to building circular economy within the apparel sector
On the factory floor: improving women worker labour conditions in Pakistan
Data-driven farming: tools and technologies for sustainable sourcing
Monday briefing: Indonesian elections amid energy transition commitments
Weekly podcast – Breaking it down: The future of chemical recycling
Transparency and targets: net zero realities for sustainable palm oil sourcing
Case study: how apparel manufacturers can tackle worker protection
Monday briefing: collaboration on sustainable development and biodiversity, from India to the US
Weekly podcast – A carbon conundrum: how business can thrive in evolving market landscapes
One size doesn't fit all: how to develop a sustainable apparel sector
Monday briefing: UN SDG stakeholders convene in New York, and celebrating World Wetlands Day
Weekly podcast – From linear limitations to circular progress: emerging trends in the apparel sector
Reality check: impact measurement and carbon accounting
Create your
podcast in
minutes
It is Free
The Commercial Edge: Unleash the Power of People
The emPOWERed Half Hour
U.S Property Podcast
Aligned Money Show
Gorse Culture PODcast : The H.R. Detective Agency!
The Ramsey Show
Planet Money