Future of Textiles Conference II

Join us for an inspiring day dedicated to fostering connections and collaboration in the transition towards a local, circular, and regenerative textile economy. Organized by SustainaLab in collaboration with , an award-winning platform that simplifies sustainability by connecting fashion brands with experts to build ethical and transparent supply chains. This event offers a unique opportunity to engage with industry pioneers, gain insights into the latest research on reducing environmental impacts caused by microfibers, and establish new partnerships for future collaboration.

The conference consists of several separate events, allowing you to attend the full day or register for individual sessions based on your interests and availability. In between events, participants are welcome to use the workspaces in Matrix ONE.

Please make sure to reserve tickets for every section of the conference that you wish to attend.

Th event is located in SustainaLab, Matrix ONE building, Amsterdam Science Park 301, 1098XH Amsterdam.

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10:00- 12:00: Current State of Textiles and Sustainability

• , Project & Partnership Coordinator Sustainable Healthcare at Amsterdam UMC, will address the need for safer alternatives to reusable surgical textiles – such as operating gowns and drapes – with a particular focus on the development and implementation of PFAS-free solutions. Followed by a panel discussion.
• , Associate Professor at University of Amsterdam, will elaborate on microplastic release during the washing of clothing, a citizen science project. Followed by a panel discussion.
• about Circular Textiles Amsterdam – A new ecosystem platform in the Metropool Region of Amsterdam

12:00-13:00: Lunch

Participants can order a hot lunch at NEO Restaurant, vegetarian/vegan options are available. (payable on-site €8,75).

13:00 – 15:00 | Circularity in Textiles

• , Program Director at Denim Deal on closing the loop in denim and scale the use of post-consumer cotton in denim. Followed by a panel discussion.
• What if circularity doesn’t start with recycling — but with regeneration? from Raddis Cotton in conversation with from The Green Silk Road.

15:00 – 16:00 | Breakout sessions

• Natural Circularity: Is your sweatshirt the problem — or part of the solution? A session with and from Raddis Cotton and from The Green Silk Road.
• on Circular Textiles Amsterdam – Workshop to understand the hurdles going circular.

16:00 – 17:00 | Networking drinks

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