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Some thoughts for today’s United States Labor Day holiday by thinking about a broad meaning for what is sustainable. It is a matter of deciding now how will a 21st Century hemp textile industry be built out and scaled up to last that remembers the past and uses that history in design thinking today for the future. If you haven’t already, pick up and read a copy of Sofi Thanhauser’s ‘Worn - A People’s History of Clothing’ so you can be a little more informed about what a complex world we live in when it comes to understanding where our apparel comes from and think deeply about what we can do to change that with a more sustainable domestic biobased manufacturing sector. The Global Hemp Innovation Center is looking forward in the upcoming months to the ways Sofi will be helping us be that more effective in how we make our vision more a reality. ‘Worn’ will knock your socks off. https://lnkd.in/gefR_uX4

Some thoughts for today’s United States Labor Day holiday by thinking about a broad meaning for what is sustainable. It is a matter of deciding now how will a 21st Century hemp textile industry be built out and scaled up to last that remembers the past and uses that history in design thinking today for the future. If you haven’t already, pick up and read a copy of Sofi Thanhauser’s ‘Worn - A People’s History of Clothing’ so you can be a little more informed about what a complex world we live in when it comes to understanding where our apparel comes from and think deeply about what we can do to change that with a more sustainable domestic biobased manufacturing sector. The Global Hemp Innovation Center is looking forward in the upcoming months to the ways Sofi will be helping us be that more effective in how we make our vision more a reality. ‘Worn’ will knock your socks off. https://lnkd.in/gZB-SvnK

🎉 Tex2Tex™ is officially part of Ganni A/S Fabrics of the Future! This marks an important step in advancing textile-to-textile recycling for fashion. ♻ 👕 Our collaboration leveraged Ganni’s trusted vendor relationships to streamline Tex2Tex™ integration into their Grey Future Suiting Blazer. By working closely with their preferred spinning mill, we ensured a seamless, high-quality production process that aligns with Ganni’s rigorous standards. Learn more about Ganni’s Fabrics of the Future here and explore the suiting blazer featuring Tex2Tex™ 🔗 https://lnkd.in/dBgY_P9b. This partnership illustrates how shared goals can lead to impactful, low-carbon innovations in the fashion industry. Let’s make change together. ♻ 👕

Textiles Going Green: The Rise of Sustainable Packaging ♻️ The fashion industry is undergoing a major shift towards sustainability, and packaging is a key area where change is happening! Consumers are increasingly eco-conscious, demanding plastic-free and eco-friendly options. A recent study found that 78% of global consumers actively seek sustainable packaging solutions when making purchasing decisions. The textile & apparel industry is responding by embracing sustainable packaging materials like jute! Jute offers a naturally strong, reusable, and biodegradable alternative to traditional plastics. Here's why jute is a winning choice: Eco-friendly: Jute is a rapidly renewable crop with a low carbon footprint. Durable & Reusable: Jute bags can withstand wear and tear, encouraging multiple uses. Stylish & Customizable: Jute offers a natural aesthetic that can be enhanced with printing and branding. Bg Udyog is proud to be a part of this sustainable movement! We offer a wide range of jute packaging solutions for the textile & apparel industry. Stay tuned for more on how jute can elevate your brand's sustainability efforts! #SustainableTextiles #EcoPackaging #JuteLove #Textileindustry

Experts and students in the textile industry gathered for the recent Textile Discovery Summit, which focused on its theme, “A Path Forward Through Innovation: Advancing Manufacturing, Circular Economy, and the Future of Textiles.”

Discover how TOMRA's cutting-edge textile sorting technology, showcased alongside Homeboy Threads and other partners, is reshaping Los Angeles' fashion landscape. At a recent event attended by industry leaders and policymakers, TOMRA's sensor-driven unit demonstrated its ability to efficiently sort textiles by fiber and color, offering a scalable solution to the sector's waste woes. Learn more about this technology: https://hubs.ly/Q02rzrG_0

Transparency and Sustainability in Leather Production: Insights from my discussion with Fashion for Good Although I naturally represent Olivenleder® in my job, I increasingly find that I can do a lot of educational work about leather in general. Recently, I had the pleasure of discussing the complexities of leather production with Luciana Frosi-Carvalho, Innovation Analyst at Fashion for Good. About Fashion for Good: Fashion for Good is a global initiative dedicated to transforming the fashion industry towards more sustainable and circular practices. They work with brands, manufacturers, and innovators to reduce waste, use renewable materials, and redesign products for reuse and recycling. ♻️🌍 Key Takeaways from Our Discussion: ➡︎ Informed Decisions: It’s crucial for brands to thoroughly understand leather, beyond generalizations and half-truths. This knowledge allows them to make informed decisions and communicate transparently with their customers. ➡︎ Sustainable Tanning Processes: The future demands transparency in how leather is tanned. Brands should not only be proud to use leather but also be able to discuss the origins of tanning agents. Using by-products in tanning and creating durable products enhances storytelling and sustainability. ➡︎ Innovation and Circularity: Focusing on innovative and circular methods in leather production can significantly reduce environmental impact. For example, our Olivenleder process uses olive leaf extracts, a by-product of olive farming, ensuring a sustainable and eco-friendly tanning method. The Importance of Education: The more we educate ourselves and others about sustainable practices in leather production, the better we can support brands in making environmentally responsible choices. Our discussion highlighted the importance of this educational journey. Thank you, Luciana Frosi-Carvalho, for the productive discussion. I am glad when such dialogues lead to a deeper understanding and foster innovation in our industry. #CircularEconomy #LeatherIndustry #FashionIndustry #SustainableDesign #SustainableLeather #VegTan #Innovation Olivenleder® Silvateam s.p.a.

This week, our Head of Innovation, Lewis E. Shuler II, participated in a panel discussion, focused on how to make circular systems succeed, at the Future Fabrics Expo in London. During the panel it was highlighted that Paradise Textiles - Alpine Group's material science and innovation hub - is a great example of a manufacturer that’s leading the change and working to lessen or ease the burden of implementation. It was also noted that, as an industry, we often assume that manufacturers as a stakeholder will just do what is needed for a brand, but clearly that has not always worked and it’s important for supply chain actors like Paradise, to be part of the conversation and part of the scaling journey. Lewis E. Shuler II shared examples of how Paradise Textiles is doing its part to be a pioneer in helping to create the collective change the industry needs: Bridging development into commercialization 1.    Innovators and fiber companies have focused on their technology, and we are working diligently to move these fibers into running fabrics and secure agreements with brands to switch to these preferred fibers. 2.    Incremental change is key. We are mindful that adopting sustainable products and practices is a journey, and that with each incremental change, we can help lessen impacts, whilst avoiding disrupting our brand partners’ operations or alienating their customers. 3.    As a manufacturer, we also have recycled fiber targets, so it’s important we are focused on the most progressive brands in this space, as it’s a reflection of our work too. 4.    Sudden, radical cost increases can be expensive and risky, which is why creative costing models across the entire value chain - to share the burden of higher costs - are important. 5.    Our point of view is lead the charge now, before regulations come into play; it’s a scramble for teams at brands to prepare for the regulations, which is why we are doing our part to ensure the supply chain side is set up for success. Textile recycling at our garment factories 1.    As we advocate for mono materials it becomes easier to manage off cuts at the garment factory. 2.    We work with a really high volume of materials that fit this bucket. 3.    Looking forward, we see big opportunities to manage post-industrial textile waste on site and turn it into new yarns, whilst complex blends will rely on our advanced recycling partners. Together, we look forward to making fashion fit for the future. #ThreadingtheFuture #ParadiseTextiles #Circularity

Win-Win Textiles is looking for brands, who are interested in creating leverage with us in the apparel industry. Your brand can put a challenge relating to existing products in your collection, where you want to reduce impact, avoid petrochemicals, reach a better level of visibility through transparency and traceability. Or we can invent new solutions and new product together with very low impact or maybe even a positive impact, which we strive for. We can substitute bad products with good products. Fully traced, made in Portugal. Our company works with science centres, labs, universities, supply chain partners and we hope to hear from brands, who would like to launch projects with a view to changing the way we traditionally operate. We and our partners are open to many different project types and we can test at small scale. Check out the teaser to understand, who we are and how we work. Check out the full presentation in the link below. Win-Win Textiles empower brands to conduct secure, ethical and responsible business.  We look forward to hearing from you. https://lnkd.in/dtNJRAir #innovation #regeneration #plasticfree #regenerativecotton #regenerativewool #ecodesign #cocreation #responsiblesourcing

When we embarked on our mission to shift the world towards sustainable materials, opting for plants over fossil fuels, we couldn't foresee the incredible partners who would join us. This week, we're thrilled to share the spotlight with lululemon in Textile Exchange’s highly anticipated report, "The Future of Synthetics." This report underscores the significance of our partnership as we scale up plant-based nylon production. "True collaboration is realized when a developmental or commercial hurdle occurs in either company’s area of expertise and the partners work together to find innovative ways to close the gap," remarked Geno’s Lisa Kennedy, SVP of Strategic Partnerships. Speaking to the importance of integrating innovative raw materials into existing supply chains, Patty Stapp, Senior Vice President, Global Raw Materials at lululemon says “Ultimately, the key to changing a system lies in establishing meaningful and strategic relationships with your supply chain partners.” Together, Geno and lululemon see industry collaboration as vital to enabling the adoption of more sustainable alternatives for synthetic materials like nylon concludes Sasha Calder, Geno’s VP of Impact. “We want to share our learnings, failures, and lessons along the way to shorten the learning curve for other companies.” Read the full case study here: https://lnkd.in/gG_vF83b