Mapping Sustainable Textile Initiatives

Author : Klepp, Ingun Grimstad,Follér, Andreas,Laitala, Kirsi,Schragger, Michael,Paulander, Elin,Tobiasson, Tone Skårdal,Eder-Hansen, Jonas,Palm, David,Elander, Maria,Rydberg, Tomas,Watson, David,Kiørboe, Nikola
Publisher : Nordic Council of Ministers
Page : 230 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2015-07-09
Category : Design
ISBN : 9789289342124

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Mapping sustainable textile initiatives by Klepp, Ingun Grimstad,Follér, Andreas,Laitala, Kirsi,Schragger, Michael,Paulander, Elin,Tobiasson, Tone Skårdal,Eder-Hansen, Jonas,Palm, David,Elander, Maria,Rydberg, Tomas,Watson, David,Kiørboe, Nikola Pdf

This report responds to an invitation from the Nordic Council of Ministers to map out Nordic initiatives within textiles as a pre-study to the initiation of a Nordic Roadmap for Sustainable Textiles in 2015. The work has been conducted by:SIFO - National Institute for Consumer Research (Norway)SFA - Sustainable Fashion Academy (Sweden)NFA - Nordic Fashion Association/nicefashion.org (Nordic)IVL - Swedish Environmental Research Institute (Sweden)CRI - Copenhagen Resource Institute (Denmark)Nordic Committee of Senior Officials for Environmental Affairs (EK-M) has been responsible for the funding of this project. The project’s steering committee consists of representatives from members from the working groups; Nordic Chemicals Group (NKG), the Nordic Waste Group (NAG) and the Group of sustainable consumption and production (SCP) and officers from the Environmental Protection Agency in Denmark. This steering Group is jointly responsible for the direction and decisions regarding the project. NAG has been coordinating the work. Coordinator of project has been Yvonne Augustsson from the Swedish Environmental Protection Agency.

Author : Munkholm, Louise,Lindberg Laursen, Betina,Christensen, Anne Carina,Trab Munk Christensen, Anne,Slater Christensen, Bjarke,Dam Larsen, Julie,Tønder, Rasmus Andreas
Publisher : Nordic Council of Ministers
Page : 52 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2023-01-31
Category : Design
ISBN : 9789289375153

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Mapping Sustainable Textile Initiatives in the Nordic Countries by Munkholm, Louise,Lindberg Laursen, Betina,Christensen, Anne Carina,Trab Munk Christensen, Anne,Slater Christensen, Bjarke,Dam Larsen, Julie,Tønder, Rasmus Andreas Pdf

Available online: https://pub.norden.org/temanord2023-502/ This report maps existing initiatives in the Nordic countries supporting the transition towards a sustainable and circular textile economy. The mapping acts as a knowledge base to create recommendations for new initiatives under The Nordic Textile Collaboration, where stakeholders across the Nordic fashion and textile industry can come together and shape the future. The Nordic Textile Collaboration is initiated by Danish, Finnish, Norwegian and Swedish authorities and funded by the Nordic Council of Ministers. The project addresses the significant environmental impacts associated with the production and consumption of textiles, with the aims of reducing unnecessary consumption, extending the lifetime of textiles, promoting circular business models, stimulating digitalization and traceability in the fashion and textile industry, supporting increased and improved collection, sorting, reuse and recycling of textiles.

Author : Ingun Grimstad; Laitala Klepp (Kirsi; Schragger),David Palm,Kirsi Laitala,Maria Elander,David Watson,Michael Schragger,Nikola Kiørboe,Tomas Rydberg,Andreas Follér,Elin Paulander,Tone Skårdal Tobiasson,Jonas Eder-Hansen
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2015
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9289342137

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Mapping Sustainable Textile Initiatives by Ingun Grimstad; Laitala Klepp (Kirsi; Schragger),David Palm,Kirsi Laitala,Maria Elander,David Watson,Michael Schragger,Nikola Kiørboe,Tomas Rydberg,Andreas Follér,Elin Paulander,Tone Skårdal Tobiasson,Jonas Eder-Hansen Pdf

Author : Miguel Angel Gardetti,Subramanian Senthilkannan Muthu
Publisher : Springer
Page : 75 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2019-06-24
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789811387876

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The UN Sustainable Development Goals for the Textile and Fashion Industry by Miguel Angel Gardetti,Subramanian Senthilkannan Muthu Pdf

This book highlights the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) as part of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. These universally agreed-upon aspirational goals for people, the planet, prosperity, and peace will not be achieved without all global and local actors – governments, the private sector, and civil society – playing their part. The SDGs offer a unique opportunity to align existing sustainability initiatives through a common framework and accelerate the industry’s efforts to address important challenges in the global textile value chain. Future sourcing models will largely be redefined by how this sector addresses the underlying themes as sourcing countries prioritize the goals and integrate them into their national plans. Stimulating discussion and exploring the many different ways in which the textile and clothing industry can implement the UN SDGs, this informative book provides readers with a comprehensive understanding of the topic, and presents various approaches, including reflexive, empirical, hands-on or applied theoretical.

Author : André Matthes,Katja Beyer,Holger Cebulla,Marlen Gabriele Arnold,Anton Schumann
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 471 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2020-10-24
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9783030220181

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Sustainable Textile and Fashion Value Chains by André Matthes,Katja Beyer,Holger Cebulla,Marlen Gabriele Arnold,Anton Schumann Pdf

This book illustrates key sustainability issues in global textile and fashion value chains, by examining individual types of fibers either at a single step in or along the entire value chain. It approaches sustainability-related issues in the textile and fashion value chain from an interdisciplinary and holistic viewpoint, with each contribution linking questions on the textile and fashion value chain to various drivers, indicators and concepts of sustainability. Each chapter represents a single step in the textile and fashion value chain, exploring and considering a wide range of interwoven and interdependent technological, environmental, social, political and economic aspects. Various fibers, textile engineering and chemical treatment steps, as well as innovative business concepts and regulatory frameworks across the entire textile and fashion value chain are identified, analyzed, discussed and critically evaluated. The book provides a systematic overview of the potential and challenges of sustainable textile and fashion value chains, making it of interest to practitioners and scientists in sustainability science, environmental economics, and business, management and innovation. Further, it offers a valuable source of information for industrial and mechanical engineering researchers, and for students in the areas of textile engineering, fashion, or the apparel and clothing industry.

Author : Subramanian Senthilkannan Muthu
Publisher : Springer
Page : 200 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2014-10-08
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9789812871640

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Roadmap to Sustainable Textiles and Clothing by Subramanian Senthilkannan Muthu Pdf

This book covers the elements involved in achieving sustainability in textiles and clothing sector. The chapters covered in three volumes of this series title cover all the distinctive areas earmarked for achieving sustainable development in textiles and clothing industry. This third volume highlights the areas pertaining to the regulatory aspects and sustainability standards applicable to textiles and clothing supply chain. There are various standards earmarked for measuring the environmental impacts and sustainability of textile products. There are also plenty of certification schemes available along with the index systems applicable to textile sector. Brands and manufactures are also venturing into new developments to achieve sustainable development in textile sector. This third volume addresses all these important aspects.

Author : Subramanian Senthilkannan Muthu,Miguel Angel Gardetti
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 321 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2020-04-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783030379292

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Sustainability in the Textile and Apparel Industries by Subramanian Senthilkannan Muthu,Miguel Angel Gardetti Pdf

This book is part of a five-volume set that explores sustainability in textile industry practices globally. Case studies are provided that cover the theoretical and practical implications of sustainable textile issues, including environmental footprints of textile manufacturing, consumer behavior, eco-design in clothing and apparels, supply chain sustainability, the chemistry of textile manufacturing, waste management and textile economics. The set will be of interest to researchers, engineers, industrialists, R&D managers and students working in textile chemistry, economics, materials science, and sustainable consumption and production. This volume discusses novel trends and concepts in sustainable textile design, including innovative topics such as doodling and upcycling in clothing and apparel design for sustainable fashion initiatives. Along with strategies for repurposing fashion sustainability, the book also covers university interventions for the development of proper and environmentally friendly design practices. Specific technologies addressed include UV applications, laser treatments for dyeing, refined surface design techniques for products such as leather.

Author : Nordic Council of Ministers Secretariat
Publisher : Nordic Council of Ministers
Page : 73 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2024-06-18
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9789289376051

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THE NORDIC REGION – a sustainable and integrated region? by Nordic Council of Ministers Secretariat Pdf

Available online: https://pub.norden.org/politiknord2023-728/ Our Vision 2030 describes what it will take to make the Nordic Region the most sustainable and integrated region in the world. The sheer ambition makes it important to monitor progress closely. To this end, the Nordic Council of Ministers commissioned Rambøll Management Consulting to conduct baseline measurements back in 2021. The idea was to map out the starting point for work on the vision. This status report follows up on the baseline measurements and assesses progress towards realising the vision. It is based on the 45 indicators adopted by the Nordic Council of Ministers in 2021 and the methodology used for the baseline report. Overall, the 2023 status report shows that the Nordic Region remains on track to become the most sustainable and integrated region in the world. This is particularly true for the visions of a competitive Nordic Region and a socially sustainable Nordic Region. However, there is room for improvement with regard to the visions for a green Nordic Region.

Author : Kirsi Niinimäki
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 174 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2024-02-06
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781040005019

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Recycling and Lifetime Management in the Textile and Fashion Sector by Kirsi Niinimäki Pdf

This book provides a wide landscape for recycling and product lifetime management in the textile and fashion sector. Through this approach, the book attempts to deepen the understanding of the sustainability transformation, which is currently desperately needed but also already happening in the design, manufacture, consumption and recycling of textiles and garments. The textile and garment recycling and redefining product lifetimes of this transformation are at the core of the new understanding of sustainability. An accessible and compelling read, Recycling and Lifetime Management in the Textile and Fashion Sector will appeal to students, scholars, professionals, policy makers and industry practitioners.

Author : Prasad Modak
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 396 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2021-06-25
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781000405354

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Practicing Circular Economy by Prasad Modak Pdf

Circular Economy (CE) is considered as one of the important strategies in addressing Sustainable Development Goals. Practicing Circular Economy provides an overview of CE, covering its evolution, describing the key concepts, programs, policies, and regulations. It illustrates several business opportunities over a hundred hand-picked case studies that encompass numerous sectors, various scales of operations and geographies. Another unique feature of the book is the activities listed in each chapter to invoke thoughts, frame assignments, and generate discussions. Each chapter lists key additional reading materials and takeaways. Aimed at mid- and senior-level managers, policy makers, investors, entrepreneurs, consultants, researchers, professors, and academic students involved in the subject of environmental management and sustainability, this book: Introduces the evolution of CE to clarify the key concepts and introduce some of the important global programs and initiatives CE economy with case studies Gives a global overview of adoption of CE covering countries such as India, Japan, Korea, China, EU, North America, Australia, and several more Includes information on methodologies followed, tools, and knowledge resources for practicing CE Provides insight to the business models with numerous case studies covering product design, manufacturing, and services and the role of innovation and financing Presents a comprehensive overview of opportunities in CE in sectors such as textile, steel, agriculture, and food Covers newly emerging paradigms of CE such as regional circular economy, circular supply chains, and sustainable procurement and impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on CE Practicing Circular Economy is thus an important resource for every circular economy practitioner and especially to those who aspire to make a career in circular economy.

Author : Isabel Cruz,Rafaela Ganga,Stefan Wahlen
Publisher : Springer
Page : 182 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2018-05-25
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9783658213466

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Contemporary Collaborative Consumption by Isabel Cruz,Rafaela Ganga,Stefan Wahlen Pdf

This book provides critical perspectives on contemporary collaborative consumption, a recent societal phenomenon shaking up previously fixed socio-economic categories such as the producer and the consumer. The contributors discuss the role of trust and reciprocity in collaborative consumption through seven case studies. The chapters advance debates on the contradictions of positioning collaborative consumption as possible solutions for a more sustainable development and exacerbating new forms of inequalities and injustice. The book contributes a nuanced appraisal of social and economic activity for reflecting socio-technological changes in contemporary societies.

Author : Eriksson, Flintull Annica,Karlsson, Annacarin,Rouhento, Viivi,Sepponen, Susanna,Purho, Heini,Hennlock, Magnus
Publisher : Nordic Council of Ministers
Page : 85 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2024-06-18
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9789289377713

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Can economic instruments promote a circular economy? by Eriksson, Flintull Annica,Karlsson, Annacarin,Rouhento, Viivi,Sepponen, Susanna,Purho, Heini,Hennlock, Magnus Pdf

Available online: https://pub.norden.org/temanord2024-505/ The report analyses the potential of developing new economic instruments or modifying existing ones to promote the transition towards a circular economy, with examples from the textile- and construction sector. The results are similar for the two sectors. Economic instruments that could promote circularity include environmental taxes, such as natural resource taxes, import taxes, waste taxes, as well as Extended Producer Responsibility, VAT, and subsidies. A more in-depth analysis of the implementation of environmental taxes in the respective sectors show that taxes can be used to affect the market and consumer behaviour. However, the results indicate that the tax level needs to be relatively high to boost a shift towards circular economy. The results also show the difficulty in anticipating environmental and socio-economic impacts of a tax.

Author : Subramanian Senthilkannan Muthu
Publisher : Springer
Page : 147 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2016-10-14
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9789811026393

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Sustainability in the Textile Industry by Subramanian Senthilkannan Muthu Pdf

This book examines in detail key aspects of sustainability in the textile industry, especially environmental, social and economic sustainability in the textiles and clothing sector. It highlights the various faces and facets of sustainability and their implications for textiles and the clothing sector.

Author : Subramanian Senthilkannan Muthu
Publisher : Springer
Page : 360 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2014-06-02
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9789812870650

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Roadmap to Sustainable Textiles and Clothing by Subramanian Senthilkannan Muthu Pdf

This book covers the elements involved in achieving sustainability in the textiles and clothing sector. The chapters covered in different volumes of this series title aim to cover all the distinctive areas earmarked for achieving sustainable development in the textile and clothing industry. This first volume is dedicated to the initial phases of life cycle, i.e. raw materials and manufacturing phases of textile products. This book aims to cover the sustainable raw materials, technologies and processing methods to achieve sustainable textile products. There are plenty of raw materials available today to cater the needs of sustainable textiles and apparels including organic materials, recycled and biodegradable raw materials for textile applications. Similarly, many innovative methods to process textile materials to achieve sustainability in the supply chain along with various processing technologies to manufacture textile products sustainably. This first volume covers the titles of these areas in a comprehensive way.

Author : Miguel Angel Gardetti,Ana Laura Torres
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 376 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2017-09-08
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781351277587

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Sustainability in Fashion and Textiles by Miguel Angel Gardetti,Ana Laura Torres Pdf

There is no doubt that the textile industry – the production of clothing, fabrics, thread, fibre and related products – plays a significant part in the global economy. It also frequently operates with disregard to its environmental and social impacts. The textile industry uses large quantities of water and outputs large quantities of waste. As for social aspects, many unskilled jobs have disappeared in regions that rely heavily on these industries. Another serious and still unresolved problem is the flexibility textile industry companies claim to need. Faced with fierce international competition, they are increasingly unable to offer job security. This is without even considering the informal-sector work proliferating both in developing and developed countries. Child labour persists within this sector despite growing pressure to halt it.Fashion demands continuous consumption. In seeking to own the latest trends consumers quickly come to regard their existing garments as inferior, if not useless. "Old" items become unwanted as quickly as new ones come into demand. This tendency towards disposability results in the increased use of resources and thus the accelerated accumulation of waste. It is obvious to many that current fashion industry practices are in direct competition with sustainability objectives; yet this is frequently overlooked as a pressing concern.It is, however, becoming apparent that there are social and ecological consequences to the current operation of the fashion industry: sustainability in the sector has been gaining attention in recent years from those who believe that it should be held accountable for the pressure it places on the individual, as well as its contribution to increases in consumption and waste disposal.This book takes a wide-screen approach to the topic, covering, among other issues: sustainability and business management in textile and fashion companies; value chain management; use of materials; sustainable production processes; fashion, needs and consumption; disposal; and innovation and design.The book will be essential reading for researchers and practitioners in the global fashion business.