UKFT plays a central role in driving action, research and collaboration across the UK fashion and textile sector to meet sustainability and innovation goals. We support the industry to accelerate circularity and innovation, meet environmental and ethical goals, as well as staying up-top-date with the sustainability landscape.
Through member-focused initatives, research, practical guidance, connections with government, as well as UK and global collaboration, we help companies anticipate and meet sustainability goals while preparing for future legislation in the UK and internationally.
How we support innovation and sustainability
We combine research, collaboration and practical guidance to help members embed sustainable and innovative practices throughout their businesses.
UKFT participates in academic and industry-led projects to accelerate circularity. We also inform best practice and help to attract research investment.
We provide practical tools, advice and training to help members meet sustainability targets and implement innovative solutions.
Through close connections with UK and European governments, we help companies prepare for upcoming sustainability legislation and sector regulations.
Our initiatives foster pre-competitive collaboration across the industry, connecting businesses, research institutions and innovation partners.
We provide members with up-to-date knowledge and insight through events and resources including our Sustainability 101 series, Sustainability Clinics for members and the annual Sustainability Conference.
Our Innovation membership connects UKFT members with next-generation materials, forward-thinking manufacturers, and companies specialising in novel approaches to reuse and recycling. It provides a platform for collaboration, enabling established members to explore new technologies, source sustainable materials and develop circular business solutions.
Through this membership, companies working on cutting-edge processes or sustainable innovation gain access to the wider UKFT network, while existing members benefit from partnerships, expertise and pre-competitive collaboration that can accelerate sustainability and innovation across the sector.
- Visibility within the UK fashion and textile supply chain
- Opportunities to collaborate with established brands, manufacturers and researchers
- Participation in innovation projects, workshops and research initiatives
- Support in scaling sustainable solutions and next-generation materials
Embedding innovation and sustainability supports long-term growth, improves operational efficiency and enhances reputation with customers, investors and stakeholders.
- Access to practical guidance and tools for sustainable practice
- Opportunities to collaborate with peers, researchers and industry partners
- Early insight into policy changes and upcoming sustainability legislation
- Participation in webinars, clinics and sector-focused events
- Support in building resilient, circular and innovative business models
UKFT’s work spans multiple initiatives that unite the industry and promote best practice. Key examples include:
- Our Sustainability 101 series and Sustainability Clinics for members
- The annual Sustainability Conference
- Innovation partner membership and collaborative research projects
- Fashion and textile education programmes with a focus on sustainability and innovation
- Guidance and workshops supporting companies to meet circularity and sustainability goals
Members can access a range of programmes and activities to embed sustainability and innovation into their operations.
Join Sustainability Clinics or sector webinars to explore practical solutions for your business.
Collaborate on academic and industry-led research projects to advance circularity and innovation.
Attend the Sustainability Conference, regular webinars and events to gain insight and share best practice.
Become an innovation member or work with an innovator to explore pre-competitive collaborative projects.
Collaborate with our reuse and recycling members to find new solutions for your waste
Certain guidance, clinics, research participation and innovation resources are available exclusively to UKFT members. Contact the team to learn more.
Sustainability and innovation are key to a resilient, competitive industry. UKFT members benefit from practical support, collaborative projects and strategic insight to drive positive change.
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