BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Textile Exchange - ECPv6.15.12.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Textile Exchange X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://textileexchange.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Textile Exchange REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20210314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20211107T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20220313T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20221106T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20230312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20231105T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/Copenhagen BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20210328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20211031T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20220327T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20221030T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20230326T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20231029T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220629T020000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220629T033000 DTSTAMP:20260404T011345 CREATED:20221110T203111Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221110T203124Z UID:37193-1656468000-1656473400@textileexchange.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Getting Started Workshop 3 for Beginners (Oceania Region) DESCRIPTION:This webinar will be presented by the CFMB team. \nTo Participate-be sure to Register Here! \nThis is for you if you and/or your company is new to the CFMB Program (including if you are a new fiber challenge signatory – Recycled Polyester Challenge and/or Sustainable Cotton Challenge) and prefer Australia/New Zealand friendly time. The Corporate Fiber and Materials Benchmark (CFMB) Program welcomes you to the 2022 benchmark cycle! \nIn this Getting Started Workshop\, we will take you through everything you need to know while embarking on your benchmark journey – from how to get started\, to where to find guidance materials\, from what is needed to complete the Material Change Index (MCI) survey\, to how can you get supported\, and more. URL:https://textileexchange.org/event/webinar-getting-started-workshop-3-for-beginners-oceania-region/ CATEGORIES:Textile Exchange Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220628T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220629T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T011345 CREATED:20221110T213734Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221110T213748Z UID:37350-1656403200-1656522000@textileexchange.org SUMMARY:Future Fabrics Expo DESCRIPTION:Join us at the 10th Future Fabrics Expo and be part of the movement galvanising positive change for the future of fashion!В The Expo has expanded to include even MORE best practice suppliers.В The fashion and textile industries are currently responsible for significant impacts upon planet and people. However\,В fashion can and shouldВ be part of the solution\, representing a powerful force for positive change by following regenerative design principles and a circular systems approach. \nDiscoverВ how our fibres are grown andВ materials are made in relation to their impacts upon climate\, biodiversity\, soil and the oceans. Learn about the critical imperativeВ to source responsibly\,В operate within planetary boundaries  in order to address climate change\, secureВ sustainable supply chains and align with the Sustainable Development Goals.  \nOur new space\, Magazine London\, is a stunning purpose-built exhibition venue with excellent transport linksВ offering 3\,205 square metres of exhibition space.В The state-of-the-art seminar area will allow us to seamlessly deliver our dynamic and highly popular seminar series\, featuring the voices of global thought leaders and industry vanguards directly into the Expo experience. \nBe sure to check out Textile Exchange’s Director of Fiber and Materials\, Megan Stoneburner\, speaking! URL:https://textileexchange.org/event/future-fabrics-expo/ CATEGORIES:Industry Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220628T063000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220628T080000 DTSTAMP:20260404T011345 CREATED:20220607T103604Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220924T184012Z UID:26089-1656397800-1656403200@textileexchange.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Getting Started Workshop 2 for Beginners (Asia/Europe) DESCRIPTION:This webinar will be presented by the CFMB team. \nTo Participate-be sure to Register Here! \nThis is for you if you and/or your company is new to the CFMB Program (including if you are a new fiber challenge signatory – Recycled Polyester Challenge and/or Sustainable Cotton Challenge) and prefer Asia/Europe friendly time. The Corporate Fiber and Materials Benchmark (CFMB) Program welcomes you to the 2022 benchmark cycle! \n  \nIn this Getting Started Workshop\, we will take you through everything you need to know while embarking on your benchmark journey – from how to get started\, to where to find guidance materials\, from what is needed to complete the Material Change Index (MCI) survey\, to how can you get supported\, and more. URL:https://textileexchange.org/event/webinar-getting-started-workshop-2-for-beginners-asia-europe/ CATEGORIES:Textile Exchange Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220627T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220627T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T011345 CREATED:20220609T081806Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220924T183110Z UID:26087-1656327600-1656331200@textileexchange.org SUMMARY:Webinar: 2021 Insights Report Launch DESCRIPTION:This webinar will be presented by Liesl and the CFMB team. \nTo Participate-be sure to Register Here! \nThe latest Material Change Index was launched in May and now we are ready to share our signature Insights Report.\nConversation will span the effects of the global pandemic that year and what’s coming out the other side\, horizon gazing and what we must do to prepare for an uncertain future\, as well as a tour of the key insights from the report. URL:https://textileexchange.org/event/webinar-2021-insights-report-launch/ CATEGORIES:Textile Exchange Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220623T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220623T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T011345 CREATED:20220527T073317Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220924T182840Z UID:26085-1655982000-1655985600@textileexchange.org SUMMARY:Webinar: The Sustainability of Biosynthetics DESCRIPTION:The Sustainability of Biosynthetics: How biosynthetics can be part of the fashion and textile industry’s journey towards a regenerative and circular future. URL:https://textileexchange.org/event/webinar-the-sustainability-of-biosynthetics/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220622T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220622T113000 DTSTAMP:20260404T011345 CREATED:20220607T103320Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220924T182552Z UID:26083-1655892000-1655897400@textileexchange.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Getting Started Workshop 1 for Fashion Pact Signatories DESCRIPTION:This webinar will be presented by the CFMB team. \nThis is for you if your company is a Fashion Pact signatory. The Corporate Fiber and Materials Benchmark (CFMB) Program welcomes you to the 2022 benchmark cycle!  In this Getting Started Workshop\, we will take you through everything you need to know while embarking on your benchmark journey – from how to get started\, to where to find guidance materials\, from what is needed to complete the Material Change Index (MCI) survey\, to how can you get supported\, and more. URL:https://textileexchange.org/event/webinar-getting-started-workshop-1-for-fashion-pact-signatories/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220622 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220624 DTSTAMP:20260404T011345 CREATED:20220217T144718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220924T182152Z UID:26081-1655856000-1656028799@textileexchange.org SUMMARY:Better Cotton Conference 2022 DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to announce that the Better Cotton Conference 2022 will be hosted in Malmö\, Sweden as well as online on 22 and 23 June. \nThe theme for this year’s conference is Cotton + Climate Action. \nWe will be using the momentum from COP26 and the launch of our Climate Change Mitigation Target and Climate Approach to deliver a highly engaging agenda with a range of high-profile speakers. \nAfter two years of adapted online engagement\, we are excited to bring our global community together\, both in person and virtually. The conference will help to drive our ambitious mission and strategic direction onward whilst highlighting the important work and perspectives of others working on the same issues. \nAttendees will have the opportunity to connect with industry leaders and experts to explore the entire cotton value chain\, focusing in on topics such as climate action\, innovation in the cotton sector and social sustainability. \nJoin us in shaping a more sustainable future for cotton! \nBe sure to check out\, Evonne Tan\, Textile Exchange’s Director of Data and Technology speaking on Traceability. URL:https://textileexchange.org/event/better-cotton-conference-2022/ CATEGORIES:Industry Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220621T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220621T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T011345 CREATED:20220128T142501Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220924T181719Z UID:26079-1655805600-1655809200@textileexchange.org SUMMARY:Recycled Polyester Round Table Monthly Meeting DESCRIPTION:To request an invite\, please register to join the Recycled Polyester Round Table via this link. \n10am EDT/ 3pm BST/ 4pm CEST \n  URL:https://textileexchange.org/event/recycled-polyester-round-table-monthly-meeting-13/ CATEGORIES:Textile Exchange Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220616T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220616T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T011345 CREATED:20221110T220647Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221110T220710Z UID:37380-1655377200-1655380800@textileexchange.org SUMMARY:Biosynthetics Full Round Table - Q2 Meeting DESCRIPTION:To request an invite\, please register to the Biosynthetics Round TableВ via this link. \nDate:В Jun 16thВ (11am EDT/ 4pm BST/ 5pm CEST) URL:https://textileexchange.org/event/biosynthetics-full-round-table-q2-meeting/ CATEGORIES:Textile Exchange Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220613 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220616 DTSTAMP:20260404T011345 CREATED:20221110T201901Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221110T201901Z UID:37181-1655078400-1655337599@textileexchange.org SUMMARY:Vegan World DESCRIPTION:Vegan and Sustainable Fashion Designer Showroom + Networking Cocktail Hour in downtown Los Angeles. \n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\n\nCalifornia Market Center is hosting VEGAN WORLDв„ў byВ Vegan Fashion WeekВ at Label Array on June 13-15 during LA Market Week.\nVEGAN WORLDв„ў is the only professional vegan fashion trade show in the world. Based in Los Angeles\, this elevated platform is combining the worlds of ethical and sustainable fashion\, beauty and lifestyle. An immersive environment to discover\, connect and ignite collaborations within the fashion industry. \nThis season\, Label Array collaborates with Vegan Fashion Week to present you with a curated selection of Ethically Made and Sustainable brands to discover during LA Market Week. \nCollections feature next-gen sustainable materials including apple leather\, cactus leather\, wine leather\, mulberry leather and more… \nExpert or curious about Vegan Fashion? This event is for you! \nFollow our Instagram for updates @veganfashionweek \n\n\n\n\nEvent Schedule\nMonday\, June 13th – Press Day\n9:00am – 5:00pm – Designer Showroom at Label Array \n2:00pm – 5:00pm – Industry Networking Cocktail \nTuesday\, June 14th – Trade Day\n9:00am – 5:00pm – Designer Showroom at Label Array \nWednesday\, June 15th – Community\n9:00am – 3:00pm – Designer Showroom at Label Array \nMeet and Greet with your favorite designers! URL:https://textileexchange.org/event/vegan-world/ CATEGORIES:Industry Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220612T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220614T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T011345 CREATED:20221110T231649Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221110T231706Z UID:37426-1655020800-1655226000@textileexchange.org SUMMARY:OutDoor by ISPO DESCRIPTION:Meet the Smartest and Most Innovative People in the Outdoor Industry\n\nSociety at the Crossroads: Together we are shaping the future of the planet. \nThought leaders\, ambassadors\, pioneers and innovators – for three days\, the leading minds of the sports and outdoor industry will come together to exchange ideas\, learn and network. \nBe there when it’s OutDoor by ISPO again fromВ June 12 to 14\, 2022. \nWith yourВ on-site ticket\, experience the entireВ exchange between brands\, retailers\, media representatives\, speakers and consumer experts.\nGetВ full access to the complete Outdoor by ISPO congress programmeВ with all keynotes\, panels and breakout sessions and the presentations at the Speakers Corner.\nMeet friends\, acquaintances andВ many faces of the outdoor community – See you in June! \n\nBe sure to check out Dr. Kate Riley speaking on Textile Exchanges Synthetics strategy.В  URL:https://textileexchange.org/event/outdoor-by-ispo-2/ CATEGORIES:Industry Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220609T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220609T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T011345 CREATED:20221110T214447Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221110T214459Z UID:37358-1654761600-1654794000@textileexchange.org SUMMARY:4Sustainability Event DESCRIPTION:The second act\,В in presenceВ and with a limitedВ numberВ \, is intended above all to be an opportunity forВ networkingВ : it starts from the December conference and anticipates the themes of the 2023В conferenceВ . ongoing transition towards concretely sustainable business models.В This year\, we are also expanding the debate to supply chains other than the Italian one\, with the confirmed presence ofВ ZDHCВ (Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals) andВ Textile ExchangeВ and the unprecedented participation ofВ BGMEAВ (Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association).\nAmong the other speakers and panelists expected in Florence\, Brachi Testing Services\, Consorzio Promozione Filati\, Gruppo Florence\, HUGO BOSS\, Renoon\, Successori Reda\, The ID Factory\, Matteo Marzotto\, Anna Maria Tartaglia\, Matteo Ward … \n  \nCheck out Liesl Truscott\, Corporate Benchmarking Director\, as a speaker for this event! URL:https://textileexchange.org/event/4sustainability-event/ CATEGORIES:Industry Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220609 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220611 DTSTAMP:20260404T011345 CREATED:20221110T202139Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221110T202139Z UID:37183-1654732800-1654905599@textileexchange.org SUMMARY:The Greener Manufacturing Show DESCRIPTION:The Greener Manufacturing Show is North America’sВ must-attend event for any sustainability-focused company looking to design and manufacture their products from more sustainable materials\, limit and eliminate the use of toxic chemicals\, and reduce the impact of their industrial and manufacturing processes on the environment and global climate change. Source the latest technologies and solutions\, and find new partners to help achieve all your sustainability targets. URL:https://textileexchange.org/event/the-greener-manufacturing-show/ CATEGORIES:Industry Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220607 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220609 DTSTAMP:20260404T011345 CREATED:20221110T225020Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230202T171835Z UID:37399-1654560000-1654732799@textileexchange.org SUMMARY:Global Fashion Summit DESCRIPTION:Global Fashion Agenda is proud to introduce Global Fashion Summit. Formerly known as Copenhagen Fashion Summit\, Global Fashion Summit is the leading international forum for sustainability in fashion presented by Global Fashion Agenda. \nBuilding on the remarkable success of Copenhagen Fashion Summit\, the renamed event manifests the non-profitВ organisation’s global outlook and reach\, and marks a new era for collaboration in the fashion industry. \nBe on the lookout for Textile Exchange Senior Director\, Ashley Gill\, as a speaker during the Summit. URL:https://textileexchange.org/event/global-fashion-summit/ CATEGORIES:Industry Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220601T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220601T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T011345 CREATED:20221110T213059Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221110T213110Z UID:37344-1654070400-1654102800@textileexchange.org SUMMARY:ROAD TO 2030 SUSTAINABILITY SUMMIT DESCRIPTION:There is no way forward without a plan. \nWith sustainability initiatives becoming a must-have\, more and more companies are drawing up a roadmap of transformation. From curbing emissions to carbon offsets and ESG funding\, the industry is conjuring strategies toward a greener future. \nTheВ ROAD TO 2030 SUSTAINABILITY SUMMITВ will be Sourcing Journal’s first in-person event of the year and will take a deeper look into how retail organizations are embarking in achieving their sometimes lofty sustainability goals. It will also provide a deeper look at what tools and technologies companies are leveraging (or should be leveraging) to get them to their end goals. At the end of all this we might still be left with the most looming question on everyone’s minds: will we get there? And what are the ramifications if we don’t? URL:https://textileexchange.org/event/road-to-2030-sustainability-summit/ CATEGORIES:Industry Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220524T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220526T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T011345 CREATED:20221110T214143Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221110T214143Z UID:37354-1653379200-1653584400@textileexchange.org SUMMARY:RawAssembly DESCRIPTION:For May В 2022\, RawAssembly has joined forces with global media powerhouseВ T Magazine and BETA By STH BNK at Hanover House to amplify their impact through an industry responsible textile sourcing event\, and circular fashion design exhibition styled collaborative event titled ‘RAW TO A T’. \nThis Year RawAssembly brings not only an industry B2B 3 day immersive sourcing event\, with an international line up of solution providers and esteemed speakers\, but also a world-class curated exhibition & RawAssembly’s (RE)THINK Design Awards. \nRawAssembly creates the opportunity to craft new local & global relationships\, learn from one another and establish new partnerships that help positively impact the world and transform the fashion industry around us. URL:https://textileexchange.org/event/rawassembly/ CATEGORIES:Industry Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220524 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220526 DTSTAMP:20260404T011345 CREATED:20221110T213607Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221110T213620Z UID:37348-1653350400-1653523199@textileexchange.org SUMMARY:UNECE - UNIDO Conference DESCRIPTION:MAY 24-25\, 2022 – 9.30-16.30 EET Sofitel Cairo Nile El Gezirah Hotel \nA transition to sustainable and circular economic models is key to improved sustainability and address human rights\, social\, environmental and climate impacts in the garment and footwear sector – a shift that can be achieved with verifiable production data\, delivered through improved traceability and transparency of the value chain. \nThe purpose of this international conference is to discuss how to support the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region’s cotton-textile and leather industry in its effort to embrace more responsible production patterns\, with the aim of preventing and mitigating social and environmental impacts\, and particularly the carbon and water footprint along value chains. \nThe event is co-organized by UNECE and UNIDO\, in the context of the global initiative “Enhancing Traceability and Transparency for Sustainable and Circular Value Chains in Garment and Footwear”\, jointly implemented with the UN International Trade Centre (ITC)\, with support of the European Union since 2019. \nThe dialogue is meant to actively contribute to the 27th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP 27) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)\, which will take place in Sharm El-Sheikh\, Egypt in November 2022. \n\nPlease check out Textile Exchange’s\, Rui Fontoura\, speaking.В  URL:https://textileexchange.org/event/unece-unido-conference/ CATEGORIES:Industry Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220518T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220518T100000 DTSTAMP:20260404T011345 CREATED:20221110T213444Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221110T213456Z UID:37346-1652864400-1652868000@textileexchange.org SUMMARY:Webinar: A Deep Dive into the Roadmap to Net Zero for the Apparel Sector: Energy DESCRIPTION:Join presenters Michael Sadowski\, WRI; Lewis Perkins and Kurt Kipka\, Aii; Manuel Baigorri\, Levi Strauss & Co.; Liam Salter\, RESET Carbon; and Abhishek Bansal\, Arvind Ltd.\, as they host a webinar around the transitioning to renewables in the apparel sector. URL:https://textileexchange.org/event/webinar-a-deep-dive-into-the-roadmap-to-net-zero-for-the-apparel-sector-energy/ CATEGORIES:Industry Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220517T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220517T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T011345 CREATED:20221110T231100Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221110T231100Z UID:37420-1652781600-1652785200@textileexchange.org SUMMARY:Recycled Polyester Round Table Monthly Meeting DESCRIPTION:To request an invite\, please register to join the Recycled Polyester Round Table via this link. \n11am EST/ 4pm GMT/ 5pm CET URL:https://textileexchange.org/event/recycled-polyester-round-table-monthly-meeting-14/ CATEGORIES:Textile Exchange Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220517T020000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220517T033000 DTSTAMP:20260404T011345 CREATED:20221110T213934Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221110T213946Z UID:37352-1652752800-1652758200@textileexchange.org SUMMARY:Webinar: AFRT Meeting: Natural capital accounting\, sheep genetics and pain relief DESCRIPTION:This webinar will be presented by Anna Heaton and others. \nTo Participate-be sure to Register Here! \nOur next Animal Fibers Round Table has an Australia and New Zealand focus. We will be taking a look at Natural Capital Accounting\, what this approach covers and how it has been used in Australia. There will also be a speaker from the Soft Rolling Skin (SRS) Genetics group to discuss how breeding choices can aid in delivering high quality wool from sheep that don’t need to be mulesed. In addition we will talk about pain relief and how this is being used in Australia and New Zealand. All this as well as information from Textile Exchange to keep you up to date with our activities. The timing of this session is designed to allow as many people as possible in Australia and New Zealand to attend\, so for some of you this will not be at an accessible time. URL:https://textileexchange.org/event/webinar-afrt-meeting-natural-capital-accounting-sheep-genetics-and-pain-relief/ CATEGORIES:Textile Exchange Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220517 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220520 DTSTAMP:20260404T011345 CREATED:20221110T224859Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221110T224859Z UID:37397-1652745600-1653004799@textileexchange.org SUMMARY:Circularity 22 DESCRIPTION:As the leading convening of professionals building the circular economy\, Circularity 22 offers thought-provoking keynotes\, informative breakouts\, a solutions-oriented expo and engaging networking opportunities. Join the growing community of visionaries and practitioners to move beyond individual action\, catalyze systems change and accelerate the circular economy. URL:https://textileexchange.org/event/circularity-22/ CATEGORIES:Industry Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220516 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220518 DTSTAMP:20260404T011345 CREATED:20221110T214748Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221110T214808Z UID:37362-1652659200-1652831999@textileexchange.org SUMMARY:Challenge the Fabric Conference DESCRIPTION:Scaling the impact through collaboration\nEkman and the Swedish Fashion Counsil together with partners from the forest\, textile\, and fashion industries will host Challenge the Fabric in Paris at the Institut SuГ©dois on May 16 and 17\, 2022. The aim is to connect the supply chain of forest-based textiles\, improve and enhance the perception of the MMCF textiles\, and impact towards a traceable and sustainable production. \nWe will start the event on the evening of May 16В with a welcome mingle and an introduction to the following day. The symposium on May 17В will be a full day of interesting discussions and insights from key actors from the forest\, textile\, and fashion industries. \nClick here to register \nBeing part of the Challenge the Fabric symposium in Paris will increase your company’s possibility to connect\, network\, listen to initiated speakers and gain knowledge\, all to enhance and improve the future development of the MMCF (Man-made cellulosic fibers) supply chain. \nThe merited Advisory Board of CTF consists of IKEA of Sweden\, Textile Exchange\, Kelheim Fibres\, Swedish Fashion Council and Ekman. URL:https://textileexchange.org/event/challenge-the-fabric-conference/ CATEGORIES:Industry Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220504 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220506 DTSTAMP:20260404T011345 CREATED:20221110T215355Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221110T215355Z UID:37366-1651622400-1651795199@textileexchange.org SUMMARY:Women Leading Regeneration DESCRIPTION:In its fourth year\, the Women Leading Regeneration Online Summit is centering feminine leadership as a key to planetary health. As a 100% female-led team\, it is Regenerative Rising’s honor to gather women leaders from around the world for a highly engaging 2-day online summit focused on elevating\, nurturing\, and resourcing the capacity of feminine leadership to facilitate change and positive impact across sectors. With dynamic speakers\, wisdom-filled working sessions\, and invaluable networking opportunities\, this summit’s goal is to activate our power and bravery\, as women\, to change the world. \nAll of our power comes from the Earth. By feeding the Earth\, we are feeding ourselves and that allows us to empower each other. We want you to come away from this gathering with that knowing. By the end of this event- we seek to activate our shared ableness to CARE: Connect\, Activate\, Reflect and Embody! \nCheck out Climate+ Director\, Beth Jensen\, speaking during this event.В  URL:https://textileexchange.org/event/women-leading-regeneration/ CATEGORIES:Industry Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220428T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220428T100000 DTSTAMP:20260404T011345 CREATED:20221110T214620Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221110T214633Z UID:37360-1651136400-1651140000@textileexchange.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Impacts and Impact data: Looking into Animal Welfare DESCRIPTION:This webinar will be presented by: \n\nAnna Heaton\, Fiber and Materials Strategy Lead: Animal Materials\,В Textile Exchange\nProfessor Mateus Paranhos\nCharton Locks\, Produzindo Certo\n\n  \nTo Participate-be sure to Register Here! \n  \nAfter last year’s successful Leather Learning Webinar Series on traceability in the bovine leather supply chain\, the Responsible Leather Round Table has planned another Leather Learning Webinar Series for 2022\, focusing this year on impacts and impact data: from how and what data is collected\, to how impact is modeled for cattle production and leather production. \nThe first webinar will focus on impacts and impact data related to animal welfare in the bovine leather supply chain. During this webinar\, we will look into how Textile Exchange is addressing animal welfare in the bovine leather supply chain and what opportunities we have to collect and assess animal welfare data. We will take Brazil as a case study\, looking into the status of animal welfare in cattle production and how animal welfare data is being collected through the farms and Programs Partners involved in the LIA-Impact Incentives. URL:https://textileexchange.org/event/webinar-impacts-and-impact-data-looking-into-animal-welfare/ CATEGORIES:Textile Exchange Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220427T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220427T220000 DTSTAMP:20260404T011345 CREATED:20221110T214310Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221110T214340Z UID:37356-1651050000-1651096800@textileexchange.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Navigating 2021 Company Scorecards - for Material Change Index (MCI) Participants DESCRIPTION:This webinar will be presented by the CFMB team. \nTo Participate-be sure to Register Here! \nThe Corporate Benchmark Team invites all 2021 Material Change Index (MCI) participants to a webinar on – How to Navigate Company Scorecards. Due to increased interest and requests from participating companies\, in this webinar\, we would like to take you through the different features and elements of a Confidential Company Scorecard and provide further tips/guidance on how you can use your scorecards. We will also have some dedicated time for a Question and Answer session\, so be ready with your questions. URL:https://textileexchange.org/event/webinar-navigating-2021-company-scorecards-for-material-change-index-mci-participants/ CATEGORIES:Textile Exchange Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220426T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220426T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T011345 CREATED:20221110T231424Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221110T231441Z UID:37424-1650960000-1650992400@textileexchange.org SUMMARY:Sustainable Apparel and Textiles Conference DESCRIPTION:This virtual three-day business conference will address how brands can adapt practices to move towards regenerative apparel and deliver on growing stakeholder expectations. We’ll 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.\n\nSocial impact\n\nHow to tackle the challenges in ensuring a truly ethical supply chain and delivering a clear\, positive impact for workers \n\nEnvironmental performance\n\nThe leading practices to implement circularity\, drive regenerative agriculture and take effective action on climate to achieve net-zero targets \n\nFactory engagement and manufacturing\n\nBrand and factory perspectives on how best to transform factories and the manufacturing process to ensure sustainable and ethical supply \n\nConsumer trust and expectations\nHow to genuinely engage consumers in sustainable fashion and translate current and emerging trends into effective corporate strategy\n\nBe sure to check out Textile Exchange’s CEO\, La Rhea Pepper\, speaking in the opening plenary session. ‘Fast fashion has 10 years left: So\, what’s next?” on 26th April\, 13.00-13.50 BST. URL:https://textileexchange.org/event/sustainable-apparel-and-textiles-conference-2/ CATEGORIES:Industry Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220421T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220421T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T011345 CREATED:20221110T214927Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221110T215235Z UID:37364-1650542400-1650546000@textileexchange.org SUMMARY:Members-Only Webinar: Policy Hub Updates DESCRIPTION:This webinar will be presented by Beth in collaboration with the Policy Hub. \nTo Participate- members look out for a link sent to your email. If you are not a member and would like information please email membership@textileexchange.org \nThe Policy Hub unites the apparel industry to contribute to EU policy development processes and decisions. Textile Exchange joined the Policy Hub as a partner in early 2021\, and through this partnership\, Textile Exchange members have access to the Policy Hub as well. This member-only webinar will provide an overview of current Policy Hub issue priorities\, next steps\, and any opportunities to proactively engage on specific topics where possible. URL:https://textileexchange.org/event/members-only-webinar-policy-hub-updates/ CATEGORIES:Textile Exchange Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220419T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220419T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T011345 CREATED:20221110T230814Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221110T230923Z UID:37417-1650362400-1650366000@textileexchange.org SUMMARY:Recycled Polyester Round Table Monthly Meeting DESCRIPTION:To request an invite\, please register to join the Recycled Polyester Round Table via this link. \n11am EST/ 4pm GMT/ 5pm CET URL:https://textileexchange.org/event/recycled-polyester-round-table-monthly-meeting-15/ CATEGORIES:Textile Exchange Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220324T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220324T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T011345 CREATED:20220317T155542Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221024T102930Z UID:35323-1648119600-1648123200@textileexchange.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Brand Certification and Trackit DESCRIPTION:Hi Team: This webinar will be presented by Evonne and Callie. \nTo Participate-be sure to Register Here! \nWith the recent changes to the CCS3.0 and the future launch of Trackit\, Callie and Evonne will give an overview of the systems and address the interconnectedness of both. This webinar is for brands who are interested and/or pursuing CCS3.0 certification and those who are wanting to learn more about implementing Trackit into their operations. URL:https://textileexchange.org/event/webinar-brand-certification-and-trackit/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220318 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220319 DTSTAMP:20260404T011345 CREATED:20221110T221602Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221110T221615Z UID:37384-1647561600-1647647999@textileexchange.org SUMMARY:The Material Innovation Conference DESCRIPTION:The Material Innovation Conference aims to advance the next-gen materials industry by providing vital expertise and bringing together all key players along the innovation path from concept to commercialization. \n​To support the growth of the market for next-gen materials\, and to accelerate the development & adoption of these next-gen materials\, we are launching the inaugural Material Innovation Conference\, a 2-day virtual event connecting industry leaders. \nThe event will bring together an industry ecosystem of retailers\, brands\, entrepreneurs\, scientists\, investors\, academia\, business incubators\, raw material suppliers\, mills\, and nonprofits to explore opportunities and challenges and to accelerate the commercialization of next-gen materials. \nBe sure to check out Dr. Kate Riley as a speaker at this upcoming conference.В  URL:https://textileexchange.org/event/the-material-innovation-conference/ CATEGORIES:Industry Event END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR