June 2023

NIT Warangal in India is developing wastewater treatment technology for textiles

A textile and apparel industry in Telangana, India, has successfully developed an eco-friendly and energy-efficient wastewater treatment technology using biosurfactants and membrane technology, marking a significant step forward for environmental protection and sustainability. With support from Imprint, a joint project of the Ministry of Education (MoE) and the Science and Engineering Research Board (SERB), NIT …

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Cotton Australia sends a delegation to the Better Cotton meeting in Amsterdam

Cotton Australia representatives recently attended the annual Better Cotton Conference in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. Cotton grower Scott Morgan from Gunnedah, Cotton Australia’s Adam Kay, and Cotton to Market’s Brooke Summers all attended the occasion. According to Cotton Australia’s website, the Better Cotton Conference brought together industry leaders and experts to discuss the most pressing challenges …

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Texworld NYC, Apparel Sourcing, and Home Textile Sourcing will return in July

The Javits Convention Centre in New York City will host Texworld NYC, Apparel Sourcing NYC, and Home Textile Sourcing from July 18-20, 2023. The co-located events will include a large exhibition floor, brand-new special feature areas, and an emphasis on innovation and sustainability. The event, which is well-known for serving as a source of inspiration …

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Ralph Lauren of US advancements in eco-friendly design and supply chain management

Ralph Lauren of US advancements in eco-friendly design and supply chain management

Over the past year, Ralph Lauren, an American design company, has hit key milestones in its sustainability program, known as the ‘Timeless by Design approach. The organization has made significant progress on three major pillars: Create with Intent, Protect the Environment, and Champion Better Lives. The formation of a clear plan to phase out coal …

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Lenzing and Sodra have received the greatest EU LIFE subsidy for their recycling project

Together with the Swedish pulp manufacturer Södra, the Lenzing Group, a world-leading developer of speciality fibres for the textile and nonwoven sectors, has made another significant step towards reaching a circular future. The initiative will be sponsored by €10 million EU funding as part of the LIFE 2022 programme to develop industrial-scale textile waste recycling. …

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New EU sustainability standards prohibit the destruction of unsold textiles and footwear

The European Parliament’s Environment, Public Health, and Food Safety Committee (ENVI) have prohibited early obsolescence, which implies that producers must not limit the lifespan of a product by design elements. It also requests a one-year moratorium on the burning of unsold textiles and footwear once the law takes effect. Companies must make software updates, consumables, …

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The British Textile Machinery Association joins the ITMF

The British Textile Machinery Association (BTMA) has joined the Zurich-based worldwide Textile Manufacturers Federation (ITMF), reviving a longstanding link and indicating an intensified desire to broaden UK firms’ worldwide reach. The announcement was made in Milan during the ITMA 2023 textile machines expo. “We are pleased to welcome the BTMA as our latest association member …

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A comprehensive sustainability overhaul is required for the fashion business

In a recent interview, Zerobarracento’s zero waste designer and CEO Camilla Carrara emphasized the necessity for a complete strategy that lowers waste, minimizes water consumption, and uses renewable energy sources, from raw material procurement through distribution and disposal. One of the most difficult difficulties confronting the fashion business is supply chain transformation; every stage of …

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Textile technology at ITMA 2023 in Italy reflects the industry’s epidemic comeback

Recovering from the pandemic’s impact, the global textile sector has shown incredible resilience, attracting the world’s attention with its strong presence at ITMA 2023 in Milan, Italy. The much-anticipated expo served as a comprehensive demonstration of cutting-edge innovations, made possible by a massive assembly of 1,709 exhibitors. ITMA 2023 drew decision-makers and significant entrepreneurs who …

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UNDP and H&M collaborate on climate action in Bangladesh

UNDP and H&M collaborate on climate action in Bangladesh

The United Nations Development Program (UNDP) Bangladesh and the H&M Group have inked a collaboration agreement at the UNDP Bangladesh headquarters to engage on climate change and assist Bangladesh achieve the SDGs. On behalf of their respective organizations, Leyla Ertur, head of sustainability at H&M Group, and Van Nguyan, deputy resident representative at UNDP Bangladesh, …

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