We bring the industry together all year round.
Throughout the year, we bring the industry together through our webinars, round tables, and other events. We also host our own annual Textile Exchange Conference, where we give an overview of the fashion and textile industry's progress towards a more climate-friendly future.
Webinar: Deforestation-Free Call to Action for Leather – Overview and Q&A
Join us for an overview of the Call to Action: we will review the Call to Action for Leather, including the process and who has been involved, present the guidance documents, clarify frequently asked questions and provide a space to hear from you. Please register if you are interested in joining the webinar or wish […]
In The Field | Brazil
For the first ‘In the Field’ trip of 2023, the Textile Exchange Leather Impact Accelerator (LIA) team invites you on an educational trip to Mato Grosso state in Brazil. Join us, The Fashion Pact, and other partners, for a trip to deepen our understanding of the ‘cattle to leather’ supply chain and explore how brands […]
Workshop 1 – How to Get Started with the Benchmark in 2023 – Asia, Europe & Africa
The 2023 benchmark survey will go live in April. Ahead of the launch, the Benchmark team is organizing Getting Started workshops for all returning as well as new participants. This one is for Asia, Europe and Africa friendly time zones. In this workshop, the team will cover all that you need to get prepared for […]
Workshop 2 – How to Get Started with the Benchmark in 2023 – North America and South America
The 2023 benchmark survey will go live in April. Ahead of the launch, the Benchmark team is organizing Getting Started workshops for all returning as well as new participants. This one is for North America and South America friendly time zones. In this workshop, the team will cover all that you need to get prepared […]
Synthetic Yarn and Fabric Association Spring Conference
The Synthetic Yarn and Fabric Association is a non-profit organization comprised of individuals affiliated with the synthetic yarn and fiber industry. Representation in the industry includes fiber producers, texturizers, staple yarn manufacturers, fabric producers for apparel, automotive, upholstery, and industrial markets. Additionally, raw material suppliers, equipment manufacturers, and service providers related to the industry are […]
Sustainable Apparel and Textiles Conference
This two-day business conference will address how brands must align and adapt practices to deliver on growing stakeholder expectations. Innovation Forum will equip delegates with the best-practice and guidance to develop net-zero strategies, transform supply chains, engage consumers, scale circularity, and drive positive social impacts. The conference will be held at the Hotel Casa Amsterdam.
Sourcing Journal Sustainability Summit
The second edition of the Road to 2030 Sustainability Summit will build on the topics and themes of last year’s inaugural event. Titled “Promises vs. Progress” the day’s program will examine the often large disparity between ambitions and action. While 80 percent of companies in a recent Sourcing Journal poll stated they had defined sustainability […]
The GFA Monitor Masterclass: Smart Material Choices
GFA Academy is launching a series of five online Masterclasses starting in January 2023 to provide a unique chance to delve deeper into the 2022 GFA Monitor report: Progression to a Net Positive Fashion Industry. The Masterclasses are aimed at brands and retailers involved in Sourcing, Ethical Trade, Sustainability, CSR, ESG, Procurement, and Design. It […]
Bloomberg Green Summit
The need for urgent climate action is clearer than ever. Global pledges signal both urgency and hope, from COP27’s breakthrough loss and damage fund to sweeping US climate legislation passed in the Inflation Reduction Act. But how do we catalyze commitments into tangible action needed to reshape our climate future? A preeminent gathering of climate […]
Webinar: Managing Certification Disruptions in the Supply Chain
Join the Textile Exchange team for a 1-hour webinar. The conversation will focus on aspects of a disrupted certification in the supply chain that are at play and approaches to improvements in the system.
Sustainable Plastics 2023
Sustainable Plastics 2023 Exhibition & Conference is a trade show which promotes the latest innovations in bio-based and recyclable plastics, where major manufacturers will lead the way forward in producing new materials, packaging solutions, and manufacturing technologies to help reduce global plastic pollution. The conference will be held in Los Angeles, California, and will bring […]
Challenge the Fabric 2023
Challenge the Fabric aims to scale impact through collaboration. The pioneering cross-industry initiative is a unique platform that enables the entire supply chain of man-made cellulosic fibres (MMCF) to meet, collaborate and create change. CTF invites industry leaders and stakeholders from the fashion, textile and forest industries shaping the industry of tomorrow. Textile Exchange's Nicholas […]
MMCF Global Round Table Summit 2023
In 2022 Textile Exchange introduced a new, more action-oriented Round Table governance strategy to help us deliver our ambitious Climate+ goals. To align with this shift and continue to build the momentum, moving forward we’ll host the in-person Round Table Summits outside of our annual conference. We will be hosting dedicated Global and Regional Round […]
Organic Cotton Round Table
The Organic Cotton round table has a meeting scheduled on May 18th at 10:00AM EDT/3:00PM BST. To receive an invite to this meeting and updates on the work of this round table please make sure that you are registered as a round table participant, and that you have opted in to receiving all communication. […]
Animal Fibers Round Table
The Animal Fibers round table has a meeting scheduled on May 23rd at 2:00 AM EDT/8:00 AM CEST. To receive an invite to this meeting and updates on the work of this round table please make sure that you are registered as a round table participant, and that you have opted in to receiving all […]
The GFA Monitor Masterclass: Circular Systems
GFA Academy is launching a series of five online Masterclasses starting in January 2023 to provide a unique chance to delve deeper into the 2022 GFA Monitor report: Progression to a Net Positive Fashion Industry. The Masterclasses are aimed at brands and retailers involved in Sourcing, Ethical Trade, Sustainability, CSR, ESG, Procurement, and Design. It […]
Sustainable Cotton Round Table
The Sustainable Cotton round table has a meeting scheduled on May 23rd at 10:00AM EDT/3:00PM BST. To receive an invite to this meeting and updates on the work of this round table please make sure that you are registered as a round table participant, and that you have opted in to receiving all communication.
Sustainability Week US – Economist Impact
Economist Impact’s Sustainability Week USA focuses on helping businesses become sustainable, faster, while generating actual business value. In 2023 the event will be a large scale event with an exhibition, bringing the whole sustainability ecosystem under one roof. The event will take place in Washington D.C.
Leather Round Table
The Leather round table has a meeting scheduled on May 31st at 10:00 AM EDT/4:00 PM CEST. To receive an invite to this meeting and updates on the work of this round table please make sure that you are registered as a round table participant, and that you have opted in to receiving all communication.
Aii Webinar: Taking Stock of Progress Against the Roadmap to Net Zero
Join Aii for an exclusive first look at “Taking Stock of Progress Against the Roadmap to Net Zero,” the highly anticipated follow-up to 2021’s Roadmap to Net Zero. Report author Michael Sadowski and experts from Aii, Textile Exchange (Beth Jensen, Climate+ Impact Director), and the Sustainable Apparel Coalition will share examples of how companies and […]
Circular Textile Days
The Circular Textile Days is a business event that offers a great opportunity for meeting new partners in the sustainable textile business and for discovering and discussing innovative circular textile solutions. This event will take place in the Netherlands at 1931 Congress Center ‘s-Hertogenbosch.
Circularity 23
As the leading convening of professionals building the circular economy, Circularity 23 (June 5-7, Seattle, WA) offers thought-provoking keynotes, actionable breakouts, a solutions-oriented expo and unparalleled networking opportunities. Join the growing community of visionaries and practitioners to move beyond incremental action, catalyze systems change and accelerate the circular economy.
ITMA 2023: Transforming the World of Textiles
The world’s largest international textile and garment technology exhibition, ITMA highlights innovations that will help textile and garment manufacturers transform and grow their business. ITMA 2023 will take place in Milan, Italy.
Planet Textiles 2023
The SAC is excited to be hosting the 2023 edition of Planet Textiles at this year’s Textile & Garment Technology Exhibition (ITMA 2023), the world’s largest international textile and garment technology exhibition. Join us in Milan on June 12 & 13 for this unique industry event. Planet Textiles, the international sustainability conference, will bring together […]
MMCF Round Table Quarterly Meeting
The MMCF round table has a meeting scheduled on June 13th at 9:00 - 10:30 MDT / 11:00 - 12:30 EDT / 16:00 - 17:30 BST. To receive an invite to this meeting and updates on the work of this round table please make sure that you are registered as a round table participant, and that […]
Synthetics Global Round Table Summit 2023
In 2022 Textile Exchange introduced a new, more action-oriented Round Table governance strategy to help us deliver our ambitious Climate+ goals. To align with this shift and continue to build the momentum, moving forward we’ll host the in-person Round Table Summits outside of our annual conference. We will be hosting dedicated Global and Regional Round […]
Webinar: Unified Standard Development – First Draft Launch
This webinar aims to present the Unified Standard Development First Draft to Textile Exchange's Stakeholders. The proposed agenda starts with presenting the reason behind transitioning to a unify suite of material standards under one harmonized system and to embed Climate+ and other key impact outcomes. Then, the presentation will describe the process and timeline to […]
Ellen MacArthur Foundation Summit ’23
The Ellen MacArthur Foundation’s Summit will take place in person at The Roundhouse, London, on Thursday, June 15th from 1:00pm - 8:30pm BST. The Summit is the Foundation’s flagship annual event and they will bring their Network of businesses, policymakers, innovators, universities, cities, philanthropic organisations, and thought leaders together to accelerate the transition to a […]
Ellen MacArthur Foundation’s SUMMIT23
At Summit 23, Ellen MacArthur Foundation's flagship annual event, they will be joined by business leaders, policymakers, innovators, and global changemakers to explore how nature-positive circular economy solutions can create prosperity and tackle some of the biggest global challenges facing the world today. The summit will take place in person at the Roundhouse, London from 13:00-21:00 […]
2023 Better Cotton Conference
Better Cotton is pleased to announce that they will host their 2023 Better Cotton Conference in Amsterdam, Netherlands as well as online on 21 and 22 June. The conference will help to drive their ambitious mission and strategic direction onward whilst highlighting the important work and perspectives of others working on the same issues. Attendees will have […]
Sustainable Apparel and Textiles Conference USA
This two-day business conference will address how brands can adapt practices to deliver on ambitious commitments and growing stakeholder expectations. Innovation Forum will equip delegates with the best-practice and guidance to develop net-zero strategies, transform supply chains, manage consumer communications, scale circularity, reduce waste, and drive positive social impacts. This event will take place in […]
Cotton Global Round Table Summit 2023
In 2022 Textile Exchange introduced a new, more action-oriented Round Table governance strategy to help us deliver our ambitious Climate+ goals. To align with this shift and continue to build the momentum, moving forward we’ll host the in-person Round Table Summits outside of our annual conference. We will be hosting dedicated Global and Regional Round […]
Recycled Polyester Round Table
The Recycled Polyester round table has a meeting scheduled on June 27th at 9:00 AM CEST OR 9:00 AM MDT/11:00 AM EDT/5:00 PM CEST. To receive an invite to this meeting and updates on the work of this round table please make sure that you are registered as a round table participant, and that you […]
Global Fashion Summit: Copenhagen Edition 2023
Global Fashion Summit: Copenhagen Edition 2023 will take place on 27-28 June in the DR Koncerthuset in Copenhagen, Denmark. The Summit will be supported by Principal Sponsor, Maersk and side events will commence on 26 June.
Biosynthetics Round Table
The Biosynthetics round table has a meeting scheduled on June 29th at 9:00 AM MDT/11:00 AM EDT/4:00 PM BST/5:00 PM CEST. To receive an invite to this meeting and updates on the work of this round table please make sure that you are registered as a round table participant, and that you have opted in […]
MMCF Virtual Global Summit
As with the in-person global summit, this session will dedicate an hour and a half to the following topics: Textile Exchange’s forestry strategy European Union deforestation-free regulation and its impacts on MMCFs MMCFs and the unified standard
Cotton Virtual Global Summit
The Cotton round table has a meeting scheduled on July 6th at 10:00 - 11:30 EDT / 16:00 - 17:30 CEST. To receive an invite to this meeting and updates on the work of this round table please make sure that you are registered as a round table participant, and that you have opted in to […]
Animal Fibers Round Table: Unified Standard Session
The Animal Fibers round table has a meeting scheduled on July 6th at 10:00 - 11:30 EDT / 16:00 - 17:30 CEST. To receive an invite to this meeting and updates on the work of this round table please make sure that you are registered as a round table participant, and that you have opted […]
Regenerative Outcomes Framework Launch Webinar
This webinar launches the Textile Exchange’s Regenerative Outcome Framework which aims to help the fashion, textile, and apparel industry develop outcome-based methods for assessing the holistic impacts of regenerative agriculture. It is designed to respect the inherent place-based nature of these agricultural systems while shifting the industry’s focus from the avoidance of negative outcomes to […]
Texworld Evolution NYC
Twice a year in New York City, thousands of international exhibitors gather to connect with buyers for the largest sourcing event on the East Coast. Established in 2006, Texworld New York City serves as a place of inspiration for designers, buyers, and industry professionals with exclusive trend forecasts and educational seminars hosted by industry-leading professionals. […]
Joint Animal Fibers and Leather Round Table Meeting
This specific Round Table meeting will be for the Animal Fibers and Leather Round Table members. It will look at regenerative land management and how the Regenerative Outcomes Framework (ROF) can be used as a tool for animal fibers and materials. To receive an invite to this meeting and updates on the work of this […]
Webinar: Preferred Fiber and Materials Matrix Launch
In this webinar, we will introduce the Preferred Fiber and Materials Matrix (PFMM) and share key updates to the methodology and platform. We will discuss key developments to our criteria for human rights, initiative integrity, and chemistry, as well as key platform updates and what these mean in practice. The Preferred Fiber and Materials Matrix […]
ZDHC South Asia Grand Regional Conference
ZDHC is excited to announce that the South Asia division of ZDHC will be hosting a prestigious regional conference on September 8, 2023, at the renowned Taj Yeshawantpur in Bangalore. This important event will bring together key players from various sectors including brand representatives, manufacturers, solution providers, association members, and academic experts. As they delve […]
MMCF Round Table Quarterly Meeting
The MMCF Round Table has a meeting scheduled on September 12th at 4-5:30 pm BST/ 5-6:30 pm CEST/ 9-10:30 am MDT. To receive an invite to this meeting and updates on the work of this round table please make sure that you are registered as a round table participant, and that you have opted in […]
Biosynthetics Round Table Q3 Meeting
The Biosynthetics Round Table has a meeting scheduled on September 14th at 4-5:30 pm BST/ 5-6:30 pm CEST/ 9-10:30 am MDT. To receive an invite to this meeting and updates on the work of this round table please make sure that you are registered as a round table participant, and that you have opted in […]
Lineapelle
Lineapelle is an international exhibition of leather, accessories, components, fabrics, synthetics, and models. The event will take place in Milan, Italy.
Recycled Polyester Round Table
The Recycled Polyester round table has a meeting scheduled on September 19th at 9:00 AM MDT/11:00 AM EDT/5:00 PM CEST. To receive an invite to this meeting and updates on the work of this round table please make sure that you are registered as a round table participant, and that you have opted in to […]
Leather Round Table Summit 2023
In 2022 Textile Exchange introduced a new, more action-oriented Round Table governance strategy to help us deliver our ambitious Climate+ goals. To align with this shift and continue to build the momentum, moving forward we’ll host the in-person Round Table Summits outside of our annual conference. We will be hosting dedicated Global and Regional Round […]
Sustainable Apparel Coalition 2023 Annual Meeting
The Sustainable Apparel Coalition (SAC) 2023 Annual Meeting will be held in Boston, USA and online. Every year, SAC brings together their community of members, experts, and peers to foster industry collaboration on sustainable fashion in a non-competitive space. It is here that SAC joins as a coalition to learn about the evolution of the […]
Global Fashion Summit: Boston Edition 2023
Global Fashion Summit: Boston Edition 2023 will take place on 27 September, in the Revere Hotel in Boston, United States. The new edition is the second time that the event will be hosted outside of Copenhagen and the first time in North America since its inception in 2009. At the Boston Edition, GFA will present […]
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