Textile Exchange

Webinar: Managing Certification Disruptions in the Supply Chain
2023-04-27 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York)
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.

Bloomberg Green Summit
2023-04-26
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 champions meeting at the crossroads of sustainability, science and culture, the third annual Bloomberg Green Summit will highlight the solutions needed to address the planet’s most pressing climate challenges.
This event will be held in New York & Virtually.

The GFA Monitor Masterclass: Smart Material Choices
2023-04-25 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York)
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 is also highly relevant for other actors in the fashion value chain. The inspiring and informative sessions will provide participants with tangible and actionable guidance, tools, and knowledge to take bold and urgent action according to the five priorities outlined in The GFA Monitor: 1.Respectful and Secure Work Environments, 2.Better Wage Systems, 3.Resource Stewardship, 4.Smart Material Choices, and 5.Circular Systems.
In the sessions, participants will have the opportunity to interact with a diverse panel of GFA partners and industry experts for industry and case study insights.
Following the GFA Monitor priorities, the series continues with a fourth session on Smart Material Choices.
Textile Exchange’s Fiber and Materials Director Meg Stoneburner will be speaking.

Sourcing Journal Sustainability Summit
2023-04-25 08:00 - 18:30 (America/New_York)
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 targets, a mere 20 percent have any measuring tools in place. For true progress to occur, this must change. Let’s foster that change together.

Sustainable Apparel and Textiles Conference
2023-04-25 - 2023-04-26
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.

Synthetic Yarn and Fabric Association Spring Conference
2023-04-20 - 2023-04-21
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 valuable contributors to the organization.
Textile Exchange’s Dr. Kate Riley will be presenting.

Workshop 2 - How to Get Started with the Benchmark in 2023 - North America and South America
2023-04-19 12:00 - 13:30 (America/New_York)
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 for participating and completing the 2023 survey. This will include a walkthrough of the revised survey framework, technical deep dive into the survey sections, and how and what benchmark participants need to prepare.
We want to reiterate that, the benchmark cycle has shifted earlier in the year to ensure the full cycle can be completed within the year, closing the gap between the data collected and the result generated.
All textile, fashion and apparel brands, retailers, suppliers and manufacturers are invited to join as the Corporate Benchmark team welcomes and helps you prepare for the 2023 Material Change Index (MCI) survey.
12:00PM EST

Workshop 1 - How to Get Started with the Benchmark in 2023 – Asia, Europe & Africa
2023-04-18 05:00 - 06:30 (America/New_York)
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 participating and completing the 2023 survey. This will include a walkthrough of the revised survey framework, technical deep dive into the survey sections, and how and what benchmark participants need to prepare.
We want to reiterate that, the benchmark cycle has shifted earlier in the year to ensure the full cycle can be completed within the year, closing the gap between the data collected and the result generated.
All textile, fashion and apparel brands, retailers, suppliers and manufacturers are invited to join as the Corporate Benchmark team welcomes and helps you prepare for the 2023 Material Change Index (MCI) survey.
11:00AM CET / 5:00AM EST

In The Field | Brazil
2023-04-16 - 2023-04-20
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 can play a role in stopping deforestation and protecting animal welfare. We will gain on-the-ground insight by visiting cattle farms, a slaughterhouse, and a tannery.
As a participant, you will have the opportunity to connect directly with our local program partner, meet cattle ranchers and interact with supply chain members. Together with local experts, we will see and learn about the realities of cattle production and the pressure on forests, the challenges faced by ranchers, and the opportunities for leather brands to support positive action.

Webinar: Deforestation-Free Call to Action for Leather - Overview and Q&A
2023-04-11 12:00 - 13:30, 2023-04-04 10:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York)
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 to receive the recording of the session.

Webinar: Unified Standard Introductory Webinar Session
2023-04-06 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York)
This Webinar will cover high-level aspects of the upcoming Unified Standard draft. The session will help Stakeholders learn the purpose and scope of the Unified Standard and the pipeline process to develop the first draft.

Responsible Business USA 2023
2023-04-04 - 2023-04-05
In a period of geo-political and macro-economic crises companies must balance action, whilst sustaining a successful business. Those that can achieve this will future proof their business, protect the planet and ensure inclusive, sustainable growth.
Business growth is required for organizational survival, yet sustainability is a necessity for long-term profitability. Incoming SEC regulation, the Inflation Reduction Act, and mounting stakeholder pressure is increasing the momentum, ensuring that action on sustainability accelerates despite the current difficult climate in which businesses operate in.
At Reuters Events: Responsible Business USA 2023, they will help you embed sustainability across the business, shape your strategy through quality sustainability data, prepare for upcoming SEC regulation, accelerate the net-zero transition and ultimately balance growth with sustainability.
The event will be held in New York.

Webinar: Material Pathways | Redefining Preferred
2023-03-30 10:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York)
Join this webinar to learn more about Textile Exchange’s pathway to 45% GHG reduction target covering the fiber and raw materials portfolio. This webinar will also provide an overview on the new direction and updated definition of preferred covering the overarching principles, criteria and expected next steps.

Sustainable Cotton Round Table
2023-03-29 10:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York)
The Sustainable Cotton round table has a meeting scheduled on March 29th at 8:00 – 9:30 MDT / 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 receiving all communication.

Sustainability Week UK - Economist Impact
2023-03-29 - 2023-03-31
The 8th annual Sustainability Week focuses on helping businesses become sustainable faster.

Economist Impact is the independent guide to sustainability, helping their audience cut through the noise and supporting them as they achieve sustainability goals and reach outcomes with actual business value. Economist Impact helpd businesses, policymakers, financiers, investors, NGOs and others achieve sustainability goals, faster.
Sustainability Week is a large scale physical event bringing 1,000 attendees, 300 speakers and 50 exhibitors together from March 29th to 31st at the Business Design Centre, London, and online.

The GFA Monitor Masterclass: Resource Stewardship
2023-03-28 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York)
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 is also highly relevant for other actors in the fashion value chain. The inspiring and informative sessions will provide participants with tangible and actionable guidance, tools, and knowledge to take bold and urgent action according to the five priorities outlined in The GFA Monitor: 1.Respectful and Secure Work Environments, 2.Better Wage Systems, 3.Resource Stewardship, 4.Smart Material Choices, and 5.Circular Systems.
In the sessions, participants will have the opportunity to interact with a diverse panel of GFA partners and industry experts for industry and case study insights.
Following the GFA Monitor priorities, the series continues with a third session on Resource Stewardship.

Biosynthetics Round Table
2023-03-23 12:00 - 13:30 (America/New_York)
The Biosynthetics round table has a meeting scheduled on March 23rd at 10:00 AM MDT/12:00 PM EDT/4:00 PM GMT/5:00 PM CET. 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.

Organic Cotton Round Table
2023-03-22 11:00 - 12:30 (America/New_York)
The Organic Cotton round table has a meeting scheduled on March 22nd at 9:00 – 10:30 MDT / 11:00 – 12:30 EDT / 16:00 – 17:30 CET / 18:00 – 19:30 TRT / 20:30 – 22:00 IST. 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.

Webinar: Overview of 2023 Material Change Index (MCI) Survey - Webinar 3 - North America and South America
2023-03-16 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
This is the third webinar of the ‘Overview of Material Change Index’ webinar series, for North America and South America friendly time zones.
In this webinar, Textile Exchange’s Corporate Benchmark team invites all textile, fashion, and apparel – brands, retailers, suppliers, and manufacturers in North America and South America to learn about the latest and exciting updates to the upcoming benchmark survey – releasing in April 2023. From an introduction to the what-why-how of the benchmark, to a sneak peek at the 2022 results, the importance and benefits of benchmarking, our vision for the future, and how to get started will be the focus of this webinar. The team will also announce its Support Schedule for the year, including onboarding support and services available for participants before the 2023 survey goes live in April.
12:00PM EDT

Webinar: Overview of 2023 Material Change Index (MCI) Survey - Webinar 2 - Oceania
2023-03-16 02:30 - 03:30 (America/Chicago)
This is the second webinar of the ‘Overview of Material Change Index’ webinar series, for Oceania friendly time zones.
In this webinar, Textile Exchange’s Corporate Benchmark team invites all textile, fashion, and apparel – brands, retailers, suppliers, and manufacturers in Oceania region to learn about the latest and exciting updates to the upcoming benchmark survey – releasing in April 2023. From an introduction to the what-why-how of the benchmark, to a sneak peek at the 2022 results, the importance and benefits of benchmarking, our vision for the future, and how to get started will be the focus of this webinar. The team will also announce its Support Schedule for the year, including onboarding support and services available for participants before the 2023 survey goes live in April.
5:30PM ACT | 2:30AM EDT

Recycled Polyester Round Table
2023-03-14 12:00 - 13:30 (America/New_York)
The Recycled Polyester round table has a meeting scheduled on March 14th at 10:00AM MDT/12:00PM EDT/5:00PM CET. 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.

Webinar: Overview of 2023 Material Change Index (MCI) Survey - Webinar 1 - Asia, Europe and Africa
2023-03-14 06:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York)
This is the first webinar of the ‘Overview of Material Change Index’ webinar series, for Asia, Europe and Africa friendly time zones.
In this webinar, Textile Exchange’s Corporate Benchmark team invites all textile, fashion, and apparel – brands, retailers, suppliers, and manufacturers in Asia, Europe, and Africa to learn about the latest and exciting updates to the upcoming benchmark survey – releasing in April 2023. From an introduction to the what-why-how of the benchmark, to a sneak peek at the 2022 results, the importance and benefits of benchmarking, our vision for the future, and how to get started will be the focus of this webinar. The team will also announce its Support Schedule for the year, including onboarding support and services available for participants before the 2023 survey goes live in April.
11:00AM CET | 6:00AM EDT

SXSW 2023
2023-03-10 - 2023-03-19
South by Southwest® dedicates itself to helping creative people achieve their goals. Founded in 1987 in Austin, Texas, SXSW® is best known for its conference and festivals that celebrate the convergence of tech, film, music, education, and culture.
Textile Exchange’s CSO Ashley Gill will participate in the panel titled ‘Regenerative Apparel: Farm Level Solutions to Tackling the Climate Crisis’. In this panel, textile leaders and regenerative agriculture experts will come together to discuss developments that will position America as a sustainable textile leader.

Cellulose Fibres Conference 2023
2023-03-08 - 2023-03-09
The only conference focused on cellulose fibres – in textiles, hygiene products, and packaging.
This will be a hybrid event, and the in-person portion will be held in Cologne, Germany.

Farmers for Climate Action: Rally for Resilience
2023-03-06 - 2023-03-08
The Rally for Resilience will bring together farmers and farm organizations from all over the country with a united request for their members of Congress – make climate change policy a priority in the 2023 Farm Bill!
Location: Washington, D.C. + satellite events hosted by partners around the country

Groundwork: The 2023 Southern California Fibershed Symposium
2023-03-04 13:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York)
The inaugural Groundwork: So Cal Fibershed Symposium will bring together ranchers and farmers, designers, advocates, academics, and changemakers for a day of project presentations and networking.
They’re organizing the symposium with the intent to share projects underway in their Fibershed, and encourage networking and resource sharing before, during, and after the event.
LOCATION: Helms Design Center, 8745 W Washington Blvd, Culver City CA
TIME: 10:00am – 3:00pm PST

Webinar: Brand Certification Deadline and Claims Guidance
2023-03-01 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York)
Join us for a 1-hour webinar on the topic of brand certification. The April 1, 2023 deadline for certification is approaching and brands will need to be certified or pursuing certification in order to comply. Learn what this means for your organization and how you can best prepare for the shift. We will also discuss claims for certified brands, non-certified brands, and retailers under this new chain of custody requirement.
Callie Weldon, Standards Engagement Manager, and Stefanie Pokorski, Standards Claims Sr. Manager, will be leading the conversation and answering questions at the end of the call.

The GFA Monitor Masterclass: Better Wage Systems
2023-02-28 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York)
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 is also highly relevant for other actors in the fashion value chain. The inspiring and informative sessions will provide participants with tangible and actionable guidance, tools, and knowledge to take bold and urgent action according to the five priorities outlined in The GFA Monitor: 1.Respectful and Secure Work Environments, 2.Better Wage Systems, 3.Resource Stewardship, 4.Smart Material Choices, and 5.Circular Systems.
In the sessions, participants will have the opportunity to interact with a diverse panel of GFA partners and industry experts for industry and case study insights.
Following the GFA Monitor priorities, the series continues with a second session on Better Wage Systems.

Sympoeisis: making with Opening Reception
2023-02-25 17:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
Southern California Fibershed announces the opening of its first gallery show Sympoiesis: making with, in partnership with Studio 203. Opening February 25 and running through April 8, 2023, the exhibition explores how one of humanity’s oldest craft and industrial forms––the making of clothing––has shaped our relationship to the land, our bodies, and each other.
The title calls up author and scholar Donna Haraway’s neologism sympoeisis, or making with, the idea that we are creatures of the earth in a dance of co-creation. Director of the So Cal Fibershed and instigating curator Lesley Roberts explains, “Sympoeisis is a hybrid art show–social practice that follows the threads linking our agricultural and economic ecosystems, and our wellbeing, with what we wear.”

Opening Reception: Saturdaym February 25, 2:00 – 5:00 P.M. PST
Location: STUDIO 203, 3440 Motor Avenue, Los Angeles, 90034
