How can Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) drive circular innovation in the textile industry?

Catalyzing a sustainable textile future

In a world aiming for a fully circular economy by 2050, the transition from a linear to a circular textile value chain is more critical than ever. This session will explore how Stichting UPV Textiel is leading the way in covering every stage of a textile product’s lifecycle, ensuring that circularity isn’t just a goal but a reality. We’ll dive into two innovative pilots that are already making waves, showing how technical and chain innovations can be seamlessly integrated into a circular textiles business model.

Key Takeaways:

• Learn how EPR is shaping the future of circular textile production.
• Discover real-world examples of innovations that are driving high-quality fiber-to-fiber recycling and reuse.
• Explore how these innovations can be scaled up to make a significant impact on the industry.
• Gain insights into how circular innovations are being applied in practice and how they can be integrated into your business.

Speakers:

• Edith van Heijningen: Director of Stichting UPV Textiel, pioneering collective and innovative EPR systems in the Netherlands.
• Patrick Welp: Owner of Vodde, a company turning textile waste into 100% recycled post-consumer yarns and sustainable products.
• Erik van der Weerd: CEO of SaXcell, transforming textile waste into valuable new fibres.

Join us to explore how EPR can catalyze the shift towards a truly circular textile industry.