Accelerating Circularity

What an incredible day at #CGI2024! Yesterday, we made a bold commitment to transform the textile industry with our Building Circular Systems initiative. The energy and engagement Clinton Global Initiative were nothing short of inspiring, and we’re excited to get to work! Our focus now shifts from the announcement to action. Over the next two years, we’ll be collaborating with industry leaders to recycle 325 tons of textiles, launch a groundbreaking textile mapping tool, and deliver critical educational resources to empower both brands and consumers to make more sustainable choices. The support from our partners and others has been overwhelming. Together, we’re ready to redefine what’s possible in the world of #circularfashion and create a future where waste is minimized and materials are continuously repurposed. Stay tuned as we embark on this journey to drive lasting change. ?? #CGI2024 #AcceleratingCircularity #CircularEconomy #Sustainability #FashionInnovation #CommitmentToAction #ClimateAction

?? Missed Our Q4 Progress Webinar? Catch the Recording! If you couldn’t join us live last month, here’s your chance to get caught up! Dive into our Q4 Progress Webinar recording to learn about Accelerating Circularity's strides in building circular systems. Our team, led by Shelly Gottschamer and Sarah Coulter, shared insights into the latest developments, our ongoing trials, and the path forward as we continue to turn textile waste into valuable raw materials. From the impact of textile waste on the environment to our goals for scaling circularity solutions, this session covers it all! Watch now and join us in advancing a circular future for textiles. ?? Link to Recording: https://lnkd.in/gXtAjVZu #AcceleratingCircularity #CircularEconomy #TextileRecycling #SustainableTextiles #Q4Update

?? Throwback to our Playbook Workshop at @Performance Days! We’re reflecting on an incredible gathering of minds at our Playbook Workshop, where industry leaders and innovators came together to dive deep into textile-to-textile circularity. Our participants brought valuable insights, driving forward-thinking discussions on circular systems and exploring practical pathways for industry change. A huge thank you to our speakers: Klaas Nuttbohm of ZDHC Roadmap to Zero Programme, Szilard Szarvas of Hohenstein Group, Sumit Kanti Sarker of bluesign technologies ag, Claudia de Witte of Eastman, Francis Mason of The LYCRA Company, Fabio Silvestri, PhD of GR3N SA, Lambert Zuo of Fujian Cyclone Technology CO., Ltd, Philipp Boening of Naia? from Eastman, Chris Williams of The LYCRA Company And a special thank you to everyone who joined us: Shivam Gusain - Fashion for Good, Tijana Ivanovic - DePoly, Tuser Biswas, PhD - University of Bor?s, Vera Galarza - Triumph Group, Greg Oldham - Reju, Craig Lindemann - Reju, Elisabeth Finger - Sympatex, Charles Ross - Royal College of Art, Hollie Stringer - Fashion for Good Your commitment to circularity and collaboration makes a tangible difference as we work toward a more sustainable future for textiles. Thank you for being a part of this journey! ?? #ThrowbackThursday #AcceleratingCircularity #CircularEconomy #SustainableTextiles #TextileInnovation #PerformanceDays

?? Join Us for our Q4 Webinar: Truth or Consequences – A Global Polyester Report ?? On December 12th at 10:00 AM ET, we’re hosting an in-depth session to explore findings from our polyester recycling trials, covering critical gaps across textile collection, sorting, recycling, and beyond. In this session, we’ll explore critical gaps in the circular textile ecosystem, covering areas like textile collection, sorting, recycling, yarn spinning, manufacturing, and retail. ?? Date: December 12, 2024 ?? Time: 10:00 AM ET ?? Register here: https://lnkd.in/gxaskAju #AcceleratingCircularity #TextileRecycling #CircularEconomy #CircularTextiles

??Accelerating Circularity Board Openings?? Are you?passionate about #circularity and systems building with extensive experience in textiles, finance, nonprofits, business development, sustainability, fundraising, analytics or other experience that will help us make the transition to a textile industry where textiles are no longer wasted? Accelerating Circularity is looking for 2 new board members. Board members are expected to participate in a minimum?of 4 general meetings?with?options to participate?in quarterly finance meetings and as necessary ad hoc meetings. We're taking applications until Dec. 15, 2024. Find the application instructions attached to this post.

Join us on December 11th for the "Advancing Polyester Textile Circularity" webinar hosted by PETCORE EUROPE! This event will delve into the latest advancements in polyester recycling, featuring insights on mechanical, depolymerization, and sorting technologies, as well as the challenges of scaling collection and sorting for the EU’s circularity goals. Don't miss our founder, Karla Magruder at 17:00 who will be presenting a 15-minute segment. Register today to be part of the discussion on building a circular future for textiles! ?? Register here: https://lnkd.in/gTQY_d48 #AcceleratingCircularity #PolyesterRecycling #CircularEconomy #TextileRecycling? PETCOREEurope #SustainableTextiles #TextileInnovation

?? We’re excited to announce that Sarah Coulter, Program Director at Accelerating Circularity, will be speaking at the Future Fabrics Expo: NYC Edition by The Sustainable Angle on November 19th! ?? Sarah will join an incredible lineup of industry leaders on a panel titled “Product Overload: Reimagining the Value Chain for Textiles,” where they’ll dive into the challenges and opportunities of rethinking our textile systems for a more sustainable future. ?? Date: Tuesday, November 19th ? Time: 2PM ??? Moderator: Anne Warren (The Sustainable Angle, Next Season) ?? Panelists: ?sa Alvhage (OnceMore?), Tracy McCann (WM), Tara Maurice (Coach), Malvina Hoxha (Hyosung), and our very own Sarah Coulter We’re thrilled to be part of this conversation on building a circular and sustainable future for textiles. Let’s reimagine what’s possible together! #FutureFabricsExpo #TextileInnovation #CirularFashion #CircularEconomy #AcceleratingCircularity

?? National Recycling Day ?? The textile industry’s impact is undeniable, with 92 million tons of textiles going to landfills each year and 10% of global greenhouse gases attributed to its production. It’s time to change. At Accelerating Circularity, we’re building a circular system that connects every player in the value chain. Through education, collaboration, and trials, we’re proving that textile-to-textile systems are not just possible; they’re essential and effective. As Karla Magruder says, “Our answer is circular.” ???? #NationalRecyclingDay #CircularEconomy #AcceleratingCircularity #CircularTextiles #TextileRecycling #FutureIsCircular

?? We Need Your Voice! As a member of our community, your insights are crucial in shaping the future of textile circularity. By participating in the 2024 Stakeholder Survey, you help us create the solutions you need to meet your circularity goals. Your feedback drives real change across the industry. Let’s build a more circular future together. ???? ?? Survey Deadline: November 30th ?? Click the link to complete the survey. https://lnkd.in/ehZZDNiA #CircularEconomy #SustainableTextiles #AcceleratingCircularity #StakeholderSurvey

Sustainability Talks Istanbul 2024, which will be held for the fifth time this year with the themes #ActNow and #CommitToAction #ThriveWithSustainability, invites all stakeholders in the sector to take action together. Bringing together textile sector stakeholders from leading companies, manufacturers, brands, and young professionals at the center of sustainability, we’re honoured to be speaking at the event. Register for the event here: https://lnkd.in/eqYTwr6T Sustainability Talks Istanbul Orbit Consulting #actnow #CommitToAction #ThriveWithSustainability