Sustainability in Action
Solutions, lessons and definitions
The second UKFT Sustainability conference on 28 September in London built on the success of the 2022 event by providing clear, industry-relevant help and guidance specifically for the UK textile industry. The speakers offered advice on how to improve performance, measure and monitor progress, and communicate environmental credentials. The conference gave a clearer overview of the relevant environmental merits (or otherwise) of various fibres and certification schemes and an outline of the current landscape for sustainability legislation.
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In Pictures: The 2023 event
Check out some of the images from the Sustainability in UK Textiles conference on 28 September 2023
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Sustainability 101 series
UKFT launched the first edition of the new Sustainability 101 series of publications for UK textile manfuacturers, covering standards and certifications
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Textile Technology bursary scheme
A bursary scheme will support students on the new Textile Innovation and Sustainability BSc course at the University of Leeds
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The Textile Livery Group
12 Livery Companies of the City of London share a common aim to support skills and sustainable growth within the UK textile industry
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The 2023 programme
Explore the Sustainability in UK Textiles 2023 Programme and find out more about speakers on the day
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Who will you meet?
Discover who attended the 2023 edition of Sustainability in UK Textiles here
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M&S Sourcing Director on Sustainability in the Supply Chain
Monique Leeuwenburgh, Director of Sourcing, Technology and Sustainability at Marks & Spencer, will outline the retailer’s progress against its environmental and social goals
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Lessons learnt from STeP by OEKO-TEX certifying sustainable UK textile manufacturing
Sudbury Silk Mills is the first UK textile manufacturer to be awarded the OEKO-TEX STeP certification
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Achieving B-Corp certification with Johnstons of Elgin
Leaders from Johnstons of Elgin will outline their journey, passing on useful advice for companies considering embarking on the same route
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Inspired by aerospace: Moving John Smedley from craft to manufacture
Leaders from John Smedley will explain their journey of helping the longstanding knitwear manufacturer to tackle the issue of waste through production
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