During the week of the circular economy, SustainaLab is organising an inspiring day dedicated to the future of textiles and fostering collaboration in the transition towards a local, circular, and regenerative textile economy, in collaboration with Clean & Unique. The conference consists of several separate events, allowing you to attend the full day or register for individual sessions. In between events, participants can use the workspaces in Matrix ONE.
March 17, 2025
08.30 – 21.30 (all-day conference with loose events)
SustainaLab, Science Park 301, Amsterdam
Program Overview:
08:30 – 10:30 | Clean & Unique – 18th Anniversary B2B Breakfast networking with innovation pitches for a circular textile industry.
10.30 – 12.00 | Recycling of Textiles A discussion on chemical and mechanical solutions to the mammoth problem of recycling textile waste, including keynotes by UvA/Avantium, i-did and Brightfiber Textiles.
12:00 – 13:00 | Lunch
13:00 – 17:00 | ‘Future Fibres’ Mini-Symposium
This symposium addresses the challenge of reducing environmental harm caused by microfibers. Target group: clothing industry, supply chain and potential (funding) partners.
17:00 – 19:00 | Dinner
16:00 – 19:00 | Clothing swap organised by the Swapshop
19:30 – 20:30 | Documentary Screening: “High Hopes” followed by a panel discussion with industry experts.
20:30 – 21:30 | Drinks & Networking
Interested participants can register via the event page.
From March 17 to 22, 2025, the 10th Circular Economy Week takes place in the Netherlands. As an official hub, SustainaLab hosts the “Future Fibres” mini-symposium on March 17 at Matrix ONE, Amsterdam Science Park.
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