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 […]
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 […]
Challenging Environmental Impact: Textil4all’s Fight for Sustainability
At Textil4all, we are aware of the significant impact that the textile industry has on our planet. As part of an Erasmus+ project focused on sustainability, we recognize our responsibility to drive positive and sustainable change. Today, we want to share with you crucial information about the environmental challenges we face and the actions we […]
International Ozone Layer Preservation Day and the Erasmus+ TEXTILE4ALL Project: Textile Innovation for a Sustainable Future
Today, September 16th, we celebrate International Ozone Layer Preservation Day. This date highlights the importance of protecting this vital layer that shields us from ultraviolet rays. Did you know that ultraviolet (UV) rays can cause damage to the skin, eyes, and immune system if we don’t have adequate protection? Fortunately, the ozone layer acts as […]
Environmental Impact in the Textile Sector: Urgency and Challenges towards Sustainability
The environmental impact of the textile and fashion sector is an issue that cannot be ignored. The contribution of this industry to climate change is alarming. According to a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), the global apparel and footwear industries accounted for 6.7% and 1.4% respectively of global greenhouse gas emissions. These figures reflect the significant […]
EU Implements New Law to Promote Ecodesign and Product Sustainability
A new European Union law has come into force, setting requirements and providing ecodesign information for almost all categories of physical goods entering the EU market. The Ecodesign Regulation for Sustainable Products builds on the existing Ecodesign Directive, which previously covered only energy-related products. The primary goal of this new regulation is to significantly enhance […]
TEXILES ECOSYSTEM STAKEHOLDERS EVENT
· Textile Labelling and its regulation with the different tools of transparency in the textile industry. · A key point we take home is that in a competitive, resilient and innovative sector, producers take responsibility for their products in the value chain. Yesterday, 4 June 2024, from Textil4all we assisted at The Textiles Ecosystem Stakeholder […]
The Finnova Foundation leads the AL INVEST Green Project for Sustainability and Internationalization in the fashion sector
With a budget of 372,424.72 euros, the initiative aims to strengthen the textile industry in Peru and Colombia.Promoting job creation through the low-carbon economy is one of the key objectives of the strategy.29.05.24. – Brussels, Belgium — The Finnova Foundation leads the new AL INVEST Verde project focused on the fashion sector, a strategic initiative […]
Breaking Boundaries: The European Directive’s Influence on Fashion Sustainability
The European directives for the textile and fashion sector had a strong presence at the last Copenhagen Fashion Week. Copenhagen Fashion Week’s ambitious sustainability action plan, first launched in 2020 and in place since last 2023, obliges all brands to meet 18 minimum requirements, covering six key areas: strategic direction, design, smart choice of materials, […]