Textile Exchange

Biosynthetics Full Round Table - Q3 Meeting
2022-09-15 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
To request an invite, please register to the Biosynthetics Round TableВ via this link.
Date:В Sep 15thВ (11am EDT/ 4pm BST/ 5pm CEST)

Natural Fibre Connect Online Conference 2022
2022-09-07 - 2022-09-09
Natural Fibre Connect Online Conference 2022
Natural Fibre Connect is an onlineВ conference taking place on 7-9 September 2022В for the alpaca, cashmere, mohair, and wool industries.
As the effects of climate change and market fluctuations continue to grow, it is more important than ever before to understand the impact on growers and herders at the beginning of our supply chains — their prosperity is vital for safeguarding the future of the sector and making real progress towards our sustainability goals.В The virtual event will cover trends, challenges, and innovations withinВ the four industriesВ and how they are impacting growers and herders around the world. In turn, we will look at how the growers and herders themselves are shaping the future of the sector.
The event will welcome overВ 1000+В guests from around the world, including growers, processors, brokers, manufacturers, brands, NGOs, and government stakeholders invested in the natural fibres sector. As the name of the conference suggests, the focus will be to connect all actors of the supply chain, exchange knowledge and insights and work together toward reaching the Sustainable Development Goals.
The 3 live days are filled with expert speakers, recorded talks, and roundtable discussions aimed at tackling the common challenges of the alpaca, cashmere, mohair, and wool industries.
Attendees will benefit from plenty of networking opportunities including access to the virtual exhibition hall where they can connect with fibre supply chain companies, NGOs, and government organisations invested in making the natural fibre industries more sustainable.
Topics discussed during the three-day conference will be:

Life Cycle Assessment for natural fibres
The realities of animal welfare – challenges growersВ and herdersВ face
Putting social welfare on the agenda – getting natural fibres to be recognised as the engine of rural economies
How to unlock regenerative agriculture for arid regions
How traceability is reshaping the industry – and our lives
How green finance can support growers and herders
The opportunities for web 3.0 for the textile industry

The event platform is available in English, Spanish, and Chinese. There will be 2 sessions per day discussing the same topics only with different speakers: First session (7:00-10:00 UTC) Second session (14:00-17:00 UTC).
An overview of the schedule can be viewed here: https://woolconnect.gschneider.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Schedule-Natural-Fibre-Connect-2022-1.pdf
More information and tickets about the event can be found here:В Schedule Natural Fibre Connect 2022
Buy your ticket at a 50% discount with our special discount code: TextileExchange50percentOFF

Webinar: Focus South Africa Animal Fiber Round Table
2022-09-02 09:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago)
Join us for the Focus South Africa Animal Fiber Round Table on September 6th, where we will be welcomed by speakers from the wool & mohair industry, sharing updates across the field from the uptake of the Responsible Mohair Standard from a commercial and Empowerment front, chatting to suppliers about the value of the RMS/RWS through the value chain and lastly an update on the Foot & Mouth situation South Africa is currently facing.
This webinar will be presented by Anna Heaton and guests.

National Sustainability Conference on Sustainability in Fashion
2022-08-19 - 2022-08-21

Recycled Polyester Round Table Monthly Meeting
2022-07-19 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York), 2022-05-17 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago)
To request an invite, please register to join the Recycled Polyester Round Table via this link.
11am EST/ 4pm GMT/ 5pm CET

Climate+ Stories from the Field
2022-07-08 10:00 - 13:00 (Europe/London)
Climate+ Stories from the Field, July 8, 2022
Join us in London on July 8 to learn more about animal fibers from high level Climate+ impacts to on-the-ground management. Eleni Thrasyvoulou, Climate+ Impact Data Senior Manager at Textile Exchange will provide an update on data and metrics as applicable to wool, mohair and cashmere. This will cover what we know as well as what we donвЂ™t know, and how we plan to fill some of those data gaps.
Lindsay Humphreys and Bronwyn Botha from BKB will then give an update on their exciting work with wool and mohair farmers in South Africa and how BKB is supporting not only certification but also regenerative land management techniques. For those of you that attended the event at John Lewis in 2019 to kick off the Responsible Mohair Standard development, this is a chance to see how far the industry has come since then.
Finally Karen Perry will give an overview of John LewisвЂ™ recent activities including the award winning вЂњsheep to sleepвЂќ project. There will be time for questions and discussion after the presentations.

Timing
The event will be from 10am to 1pm with tea and coffee provided on arrival.
Places are limited so please note that we may not be able to accommodate more than one person per brand.

Webinar: Development of the United Standards System
2022-07-07 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York)
This webinar will be presented by the Standards team.
To Participate-be sure to Register Here!

Join Director of Standards, Laura Kohler, for an update on the development of the unified standard. This session will bring stakeholders up to speed on what we are undertaking in the process to create a unified system across our 8 standards, including the scope of key impact areas for fibers & materials, the project timeline, and our progress to date. В Participants will walk away with a better understanding of our reasons for this significant milestone in our standards, when you will have opportunities to contribute/share feedback, and the planned implementation dates.

Webinar: Development of the Unified Standards
2022-07-07 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York)

Summit 22 Regenerative by Design
2022-07-05
The Foundation annual Summit is our flagship event, bringing together business leaders, policymakers, and global changemakers to accelerate the transition to a circular economy.
In the past 24 months, businesses and governments have made progressive commitments to address global challenges вЂ” including climate change, biodiversity loss, waste, and pollution. But ambition alone is not enough. Summit 22 will demonstrate how circular economy solutions, which are regenerative by design, are tackling the biggest challenges we face today.

Webinar: Refresher Workshop for Returnees
2022-06-30 10:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York)
This webinar will be presented by the CFMB team.
To Participate-be sure to Register Here!
This is for you if you are an experienced benchmark practitioner and need a refresher for the 2022 survey, including if you are a returning fiber challenge signatory – Recycled Polyester Challenge and/or Sustainable Cotton Challenge. The Corporate Fiber and Materials Benchmark (CFMB) Program is thrilled to welcome you back to the 2022 benchmark cycle!
In this Refresher for Returnees, we will take you through everything you need to know while embarking on your benchmark journey вЂ“ from how to get started, to where to find guidance materials, from what is needed to complete the Material Change Index (MCI) survey, updates in the survey, to how can you get supported, etc.

Webinar: Getting Started Workshop 4 for Beginners (North & Latin America Region)
2022-06-29 11:00 - 12:30 (America/New_York)
This webinar will be presented by the CFMB team.
To Participate-be sure to Register Here!

This is for you if you and/or your company is new to the CFMB Program (including if you are a new fiber challenge signatory вЂ“ Recycled Polyester Challenge and/or Sustainable Cotton Challenge) and prefer North America/South America friendly time. The Corporate Fiber and Materials Benchmark (CFMB) Program welcomes you to the 2022 benchmark cycle!
In this Getting Started Workshop, we will take you through everything you need to know while embarking on your benchmark journey вЂ“ from how to get started, to where to find guidance materials, from what is needed from you to complete the Material Change Index (MCI) survey, to how can you get supported, etc.

Webinar: Getting Started Workshop 3 for Beginners (Oceania Region)
2022-06-29 02:00 - 03:30 (America/New_York)
This webinar will be presented by the CFMB team.
To Participate-be sure to Register Here!
This is for you if you and/or your company is new to the CFMB Program (including if you are a new fiber challenge signatory вЂ“ Recycled Polyester Challenge and/or Sustainable Cotton Challenge) and prefer Australia/New Zealand friendly time. The Corporate Fiber and Materials Benchmark (CFMB) Program welcomes you to the 2022 benchmark cycle!
In this Getting Started Workshop, we will take you through everything you need to know while embarking on your benchmark journey вЂ“ from how to get started, to where to find guidance materials, from what is needed to complete the Material Change Index (MCI) survey, to how can you get supported, and more.

Future Fabrics Expo
2022-06-28 08:00 - 2022-06-29 17:00 (America/New_York)
Join us at the 10th Future Fabrics Expo and be part of the movement galvanising positive change for the future of fashion!В The Expo has expanded to include even MORE best practice suppliers.В The fashion and textile industries are currently responsible for significant impacts upon planet and people. However,В fashion can and shouldВ be part of the solution, representing a powerful force for positive change by following regenerative design principles and a circular systems approach.
DiscoverВ how our fibres are grown andВ materials are made in relation to their impacts upon climate, biodiversity, soil and the oceans. Learn about the critical imperativeВ to source responsibly,В operate within planetary boundaries вЂЇin order to address climate change, secureВ sustainable supply chains and align with the Sustainable Development Goals.вЂЇ
Our new space, Magazine London, is a stunning purpose-built exhibition venue with excellent transport linksВ offering 3,205 square metres of exhibition space.В The state-of-the-art seminar area will allow us to seamlessly deliver our dynamic and highly popular seminar series, featuring the voices of global thought leaders and industry vanguards directly into the Expo experience.
Be sure to check out Textile Exchange’s Director of Fiber and Materials, Megan Stoneburner, speaking!

Webinar: Getting Started Workshop 2 for Beginners (Asia/Europe)
2022-06-28 06:30 - 08:00 (America/New_York)
This webinar will be presented by the CFMB team.
To Participate-be sure to Register Here!
This is for you if you and/or your company is new to the CFMB Program (including if you are a new fiber challenge signatory – Recycled Polyester Challenge and/or Sustainable Cotton Challenge) and prefer Asia/Europe friendly time. The Corporate Fiber and Materials Benchmark (CFMB) Program welcomes you to the 2022 benchmark cycle!

In this Getting Started Workshop, we will take you through everything you need to know while embarking on your benchmark journey – from how to get started, to where to find guidance materials, from what is needed to complete the Material Change Index (MCI) survey, to how can you get supported, and more.

Webinar: 2021 Insights Report Launch
2022-06-27 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
This webinar will be presented by Liesl and the CFMB team.
To Participate-be sure to Register Here!
The latest Material Change Index was launched in May and now we are ready to share our signature Insights Report.
Conversation will span the effects of the global pandemic that year and what’s coming out the other side, horizon gazing and what we must do to prepare for an uncertain future, as well as a tour of the key insights from the report.

Webinar: The Sustainability of Biosynthetics
2022-06-23 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
The Sustainability of Biosynthetics: How biosynthetics can be part of the fashion and textile industry’s journey towards a regenerative and circular future.

Webinar: Getting Started Workshop 1 for Fashion Pact Signatories
2022-06-22 10:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York)
This webinar will be presented by the CFMB team.
This is for you if your company is a Fashion Pact signatory. The Corporate Fiber and Materials Benchmark (CFMB) Program welcomes you to the 2022 benchmark cycle! In this Getting Started Workshop, we will take you through everything you need to know while embarking on your benchmark journey – from how to get started, to where to find guidance materials, from what is needed to complete the Material Change Index (MCI) survey, to how can you get supported, and more.

Better Cotton Conference 2022
2022-06-22 - 2022-06-23
We are pleased to announce that the Better Cotton Conference 2022 will be hosted in Malmö, Sweden as well as online on 22 and 23 June.
The theme for this year’s conference is Cotton + Climate Action.
We will be using the momentum from COP26 and the launch of our Climate Change Mitigation Target and Climate Approach to deliver a highly engaging agenda with a range of high-profile speakers.
After two years of adapted online engagement, we are excited to bring our global community together, both in person and virtually. The conference will help to drive our ambitious mission and strategic direction onward whilst highlighting the important work and perspectives of others working on the same issues.
Attendees will have the opportunity to connect with industry leaders and experts to explore the entire cotton value chain, focusing in on topics such as climate action, innovation in the cotton sector and social sustainability.
Join us in shaping a more sustainable future for cotton!
Be sure to check out, Evonne Tan, Textile Exchange’s Director of Data and Technology speaking on Traceability.

Recycled Polyester Round Table Monthly Meeting
2022-06-21 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York)
To request an invite, please register to join the Recycled Polyester Round Table via this link.
10am EDT/ 3pm BST/ 4pm CEST

Biosynthetics Full Round Table - Q2 Meeting
2022-06-16 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
To request an invite, please register to the Biosynthetics Round TableВ via this link.
Date:В Jun 16thВ (11am EDT/ 4pm BST/ 5pm CEST)

Vegan World
2022-06-13 - 2022-06-15
Vegan and Sustainable Fashion Designer Showroom + Networking Cocktail Hour in downtown Los Angeles.

About this event

California Market Center is hosting VEGAN WORLDв„ў byВ Vegan Fashion WeekВ at Label Array on June 13-15 during LA Market Week.
VEGAN WORLDв„ў is the only professional vegan fashion trade show in the world. Based in Los Angeles, this elevated platform is combining the worlds of ethical and sustainable fashion, beauty and lifestyle. An immersive environment to discover, connect and ignite collaborations within the fashion industry.
This season, Label Array collaborates with Vegan Fashion Week to present you with a curated selection of Ethically Made and Sustainable brands to discover during LA Market Week.
Collections feature next-gen sustainable materials including apple leather, cactus leather, wine leather, mulberry leather and more…
Expert or curious about Vegan Fashion? This event is for you!
Follow our Instagram for updates @veganfashionweek

Event Schedule
Monday, June 13th – Press Day
9:00am вЂ“ 5:00pm – Designer Showroom at Label Array
2:00pm вЂ“ 5:00pm – Industry Networking Cocktail
Tuesday, June 14th – Trade Day
9:00am вЂ“ 5:00pm – Designer Showroom at Label Array
Wednesday, June 15th – Community
9:00am вЂ“ 3:00pm – Designer Showroom at Label Array
Meet and Greet with your favorite designers!

OutDoor by ISPO
2022-06-12 08:00 - 2022-06-14 17:00 (America/New_York)
Meet the Smartest and Most Innovative People in the Outdoor Industry

Society at the Crossroads: Together we are shaping the future of the planet.
Thought leaders, ambassadors, pioneers and innovators – for three days, the leading minds of the sports and outdoor industry will come together to exchange ideas, learn and network.
Be there when it’s OutDoor by ISPO again fromВ June 12 to 14, 2022.
With yourВ on-site ticket, experience the entireВ exchange between brands, retailers, media representatives, speakers and consumer experts.
GetВ full access to the complete Outdoor by ISPO congress programmeВ with all keynotes, panels and breakout sessions and the presentations at the Speakers Corner.
Meet friends, acquaintances andВ many faces of the outdoor community – See you in June!

Be sure to check out Dr. Kate Riley speaking on Textile Exchanges Synthetics strategy.В

4Sustainability Event
2022-06-09 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
The second act,В in presenceВ and with a limitedВ numberВ , is intended above all to be an opportunity forВ networkingВ : it starts from the December conference and anticipates the themes of the 2023В conferenceВ . ongoing transition towards concretely sustainable business models.В This year, we are also expanding the debate to supply chains other than the Italian one, with the confirmed presence ofВ ZDHCВ (Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals) andВ Textile ExchangeВ and the unprecedented participation ofВ BGMEAВ (Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association).
Among the other speakers and panelists expected in Florence, Brachi Testing Services, Consorzio Promozione Filati, Gruppo Florence, HUGO BOSS, Renoon, Successori Reda, The ID Factory, Matteo Marzotto, Anna Maria Tartaglia, Matteo Ward …

Check out Liesl Truscott, Corporate Benchmarking Director, as a speaker for this event!

The Greener Manufacturing Show
2022-06-09 - 2022-06-10
The Greener Manufacturing Show is North America’sВ must-attend event for any sustainability-focused company looking to design and manufacture their products from more sustainable materials, limit and eliminate the use of toxic chemicals, and reduce the impact of their industrial and manufacturing processes on the environment and global climate change. Source the latest technologies and solutions, and find new partners to help achieve all your sustainability targets.

Global Fashion Summit
2022-06-07 - 2022-06-08
Global Fashion Agenda is proud to introduce Global Fashion Summit. Formerly known as Copenhagen Fashion Summit, Global Fashion Summit is the leading international forum for sustainability in fashion presented by Global Fashion Agenda.
Building on the remarkable success of Copenhagen Fashion Summit, the renamed event manifests the non-profitВ organisation’s global outlook and reach, and marks a new era for collaboration in the fashion industry.
Be on the lookout for Textile Exchange Senior Director, Ashley Gill, as a speaker during the Summit.

ROAD TO 2030 SUSTAINABILITY SUMMIT
2022-06-01 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago)
There is no way forward without a plan.
With sustainability initiatives becoming a must-have, more and more companies are drawing up a roadmap of transformation. From curbing emissions to carbon offsets and ESG funding, the industry is conjuring strategies toward a greener future.
TheВ ROAD TO 2030 SUSTAINABILITY SUMMITВ will be Sourcing JournalвЂ™s first in-person event of the year and will take a deeper look into how retail organizations are embarking in achieving their sometimes lofty sustainability goals. It will also provide a deeper look at what tools and technologies companies are leveraging (or should be leveraging) to get them to their end goals. At the end of all this we might still be left with the most looming question on everyone’s minds: will we get there? And what are the ramifications if we don’t?

RawAssembly
2022-05-24 08:00 - 2022-05-26 17:00 (America/New_York)
For May В 2022, RawAssembly has joined forces with global media powerhouseВ T Magazine and BETA By STH BNK at Hanover House to amplify their impact through an industry responsible textile sourcing event, and circular fashion design exhibition styled collaborative event titled вЂRAW TO A T’.
This Year RawAssembly brings not only an industry B2B 3 day immersive sourcing event, with an international line up of solution providers and esteemed speakers, but also a world-class curated exhibition & RawAssembly’s (RE)THINK Design Awards.
RawAssembly creates the opportunity to craft new local & global relationships, learn from one another and establish new partnerships that help positively impact the world and transform the fashion industry around us.

UNECE - UNIDO Conference
2022-05-24 - 2022-05-25
MAY 24-25, 2022 – 9.30-16.30 EET Sofitel Cairo Nile El Gezirah Hotel
A transition to sustainable and circular economic models is key to improved sustainability and address human rights, social, environmental and climate impacts in the garment and footwear sector – a shift that can be achieved with verifiable production data, delivered through improved traceability and transparency of the value chain.
The purpose of this international conference is to discuss how to support the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region’s cotton-textile and leather industry in its effort to embrace more responsible production patterns, with the aim of preventing and mitigating social and environmental impacts, and particularly the carbon and water footprint along value chains.
The event is co-organized by UNECE and UNIDO, in the context of the global initiative вЂњEnhancing Traceability and Transparency for Sustainable and Circular Value Chains in Garment and FootwearвЂќ, jointly implemented with the UN International Trade Centre (ITC), with support of the European Union since 2019.
The dialogue is meant to actively contribute to the 27th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP 27) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), which will take place in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt in November 2022.

Please check out Textile Exchange’s, Rui Fontoura, speaking.В

Webinar: A Deep Dive into the Roadmap to Net Zero for the Apparel Sector: Energy
2022-05-18 09:00 - 10:00 (America/New_York)
Join presenters Michael Sadowski, WRI; Lewis Perkins and Kurt Kipka, Aii; Manuel Baigorri, Levi Strauss & Co.; Liam Salter, RESET Carbon; and Abhishek Bansal, Arvind Ltd., as they host a webinar around the transitioning to renewables in the apparel sector.
