The Future of Fashion: Reimagine, Regenerate and Close the Loop
19/11/2020 4:00pm - 5:00pm
To provide an overview on the trend and latest achievement on technologies and innovations in the fashion and textiles industry that contribute to a more sustainable world.
19 / 11 / 2020 (Thur)
4 – 5pm (GMT+8)
English
Free of Charge
Topics and Speakers:
The New Normal and the Road Ahead
Mr Edwin Keh Chief Executive Officer, The Hong Kong Research Institute of Textiles and Apparel
Innovations repurpose the future of the industry which allows the business to do well and do good at the same time.
A Sustainability Journey
Mrs Jenny Fagerlin Sustainability Director, Monki
Monki will share one of their latest steps towards becoming fully circular as a brand.
Cellulosic Superabsorbent Polymer for Sustainable & Efficient Cotton Production
Mr Anant Ahuja Head, Organizational Development, Shahi ExportsHow an eco-friendly superabsorbent polymer (SAP) improves the yield and quality of cotton by enhancing water retention at critical growth stages.
Separation of Blended Fabric & Sustainable Decolourisation of Fabrics
Mrs Agata Smeets Director, Global Sustainability, Gap Inc.
An update on Gap Inc.’s collaboration with HKRITA to advance the circular economy by solving for improved recycled feedstock.
G2G – Looop
Mr Eric Johansson Project Manager, H&M
Why H&M brings G2G over all the way from Hong Kong to Sweden and what have been the challenges to launch it in this challenging time.
For Enquiry:
Ms Cathy Tsang (Tel: +852 2627 8175 / Email: event@hkrita.com)
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