Brussels hosts the first textile recycling fair
On 4 and 5 June, Brussels will host the Textiles Recycling Expo, the first exhibition of its kind to focus specifically on solving the pressing problem of textile waste, including the recycling of textiles, clothing, footwear, fibres and nonwovens. During the 2-day event, attendees will be able to learn about the latest developments in this […]
The hidden fate of used clothes: a global journey with environmental consequences
The textile industry generates between 2% and 8% of global pollutant emissions and consumes 215 billion litres of water per year. Valencia, 24/02/2025 An innovative experiment conducted by the newspaper El País has revealed the surprising journey of the clothes we deposit in second-hand bins. Over 11 months, 15 items of clothing were tracked with […]
Commission welcomes interim agreement to improvecircularity of textile products and reduce food waste
The European Commission has recently announced a significant update to the Waste Framework Directive, aiming to foster a circular economy across the EU. This revised directive introduces harmonised rules to enhance sustainability for businesses and consumers, particularly in the textile sector. Key measures include the implementation of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) schemes for textiles and […]
The fashion industry’s must-see events in February
February is a key month for fashion, with some of the world’s most important catwalk shows, trade fairs and industry gatherings. From the iconic Fashion Weeks to specialist footwear, accessories and textile events, this month brings together designers, buyers and trend experts from around the world. Here are the top events in February 2025 that […]
OPPORTUNITIES IN THE TEXTILE SECTOR: FOR PEOPLE AND THE PLANET
Textil4all visits the Km0 Moda fair led by ECYS and Finnova The event served to establish links and networking with interesting leaders in the sustainable textile sector. 28-29 January 2025 The European Erasmus+ project TEXTIL4ALL has participated in the visit to Km0 Moda, the national reference fair that offers a wide range of proximity fashion […]
Km0 Moda returns to Madrid with its January 2025 edition
Km0 Moda, the benchmark event for the textile and fashion sector in Spain, will reopen its doors on 28th and 29th January 2025 at the emblematic Palacio de Santoña, located at Calle Huertas 13 in Madrid. What is Km0 Moda? Km0 Moda is a professional fair that brings together the 360º services of the textile […]
Employability competences in the second week of the Textile Sustainability Specialist Operator course
In the second week of the Textile Sustainability Specialist Operator course, part of the Textil4all project, we have made great strides towards improving employability skills. This programme is designed to train participants in a booming sector, with a focus on sustainability and personal development. Here we tell you what we have been working on during […]
The training for the European project TEXTIL4ALL is in full swing.
The European project TEXTIL4ALL, financed by the Erasmus programme, is in full swing and will run until 29th November. This innovative training program is designed to support individuals with difficulties accessing the labor market, with a particular focus on empowering women. The sessions, held from 10:30 to 13:00, provide participants with the skills and knowledge […]
First Day of the Course for Specialist Operators in Textile Sustainability at ECYS in Villaverde, Madrid
The eagerly awaited training program for textile sustainability specialist operators, part of the European project Textil4all, has officially begun. Held at ECYS (Asociación Cultura y Solidaridad) in Villaverde, Madrid, this initiative aims to empower professionals in the textile sector to embrace ethical and sustainable practices. The course kicked off with a dynamic introduction session where […]
Launch of the Specialist Training Workshop in Textile Sustainability
We are pleased to announce the launch of a new Specialist Training Workshop in Textile Sustainability, which will take place from November 4 to 29 in San Cristóbal de los Ángeles, Madrid. This program is specially designed for women between 30 and 55 years old, with the aim of empowering them in the field of […]