EU policy updates and new research opportunities: insights from the European Commission

10:00-11:15 | room: INNOVATE, hybrid

• Welcome by the European Commission and the organisers | Blanca Saez Lacave, DG RTD, European Commission | Tilla Kross, Textile ETP
• Ecodesign for Sustainable Production Regulation (ESPR): where do we stand? | Carsten Wentink, DG ENV, European Commission
• New textile research projects and the 2025 Horizon Europe call topics
• The new Textiles of the Future partnership under Horizon Europe
• CBE JU funding opportunities and project portfolio | Simone Maccaferri, Circular Bio-Based Europe Joint Undertaking (CBE JU)

Showcasing final research results and the power of collaboration: insights from four ECOSYSTEX member projects

11:15-12:15 | room: INNOVATE 

• Introduction by Textile ETP| Lutz Walter, Textile ETP
• TRICK project | Alessandro Canepa, Piacenza 1733
• my-fi project | Annalisa Moro, MOGU
• HEREWEAR project | Guy Buyle, Centexbel
• SCIRT project | Tom Duhoux, VITO

The Digital Product Passport: What should policymakers do?

13:45-14:45 | room: INNOVATE 

• In-depth presentation of TRICK’s policy briefs, with a focus on the DPP | Mauro Sampellegrini, Sistema Moda Italia | Piero De Sabbata | Gessica Ciaccio, ENEA |  Alessandro Canepa, Piacenza 1733
• Engaging roundtable discussion on data treatment, textile traceability, the DPP, and their implications for public policy | Mauro Sampellegrini, Sistema Moda Italia | Piero De Sabbata | Gessica Ciaccio, ENEA |  Alessandro Canepa, Piacenza 1733 | Abdelrahman Abdalla, Politecnico di Milano

Next-gen biofabricated materials: state of art and longer-term ambitions of an ongoing innovation journey - part 1 

13:45-14:45 | room: DEVELOP 

• Welcome address by the coordinator | Annalisa Moro, MOGU
• Overview of my-fi project and its advancements
• Comprehensive introduction to biofabrication, including key implications and challenges | Amy Congdon, Biofabricate
• Interactive Q&A session with the audience
• Insights into what brands are seeking in biofabricated materials
• Additional Q&A session to address further queries and discussions

SCIRT: How will I know? Making design choices for people and planet

15:15-16:45 | room: INNOVATE 

• Insightful presentations covering the context, results, and key insights on eco-design for textiles under the new Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR)
• Guided discussion to explore the potential role and impact of the True Cost concept and model in sustainable design
• Wrap-up session summarising the key conclusions and takeaways from the discussions and presentations

Moderator: Anse Smeets & Tom Duhoux, VITO

Next-gen biofabricated materials: state of art and longer-term ambitions of an ongoing innovation journey - part 2

15:15-16:45 | room: DEVELOP

• Material driven design: the key role of creatives/design teams in validating and uptaking innovative materials
• How policies are shaping the adoption of next-gen biofabricated materials?
• Opportunities for improving supply chain impacts through the adoption of biobased materials | Federico Brugnoli, SPIN
• Panel discussion

Digital Transformation in fashion: innovations and strategies by Accenture Customer Innovation Network

9:00-9:45 | room: INNOVATE 

• Overview of activities and strategies focused on the digitalisation of the fashion industry
• Insights into innovative approaches and technologies driving transformation in fashion through digital solutions

Applied eco-design: pilots of traditional & technical clothing

9:45-10:30 | room: INNOVATE 

• Introduction to eco-design principles and methodologies | Carla Fité, UPC
• Presentation on the traditional clothing pilot project | Alessandro Canepa, Piacenza 1733
• Insights into the technical clothing pilot project | Daniela Ferroni, Grassi
• Interactive Q&A session with the speakers and audience | Pasquale Campanile, Marchi&Fildi

Advancing eco-design and policy: insights and collaborations from ECOSYSTEX

11:00-12:30 | room: INNOVATE 

• Input presentation covering the latest developments in Digital Product Passport, ecodesign principles, and policy efforts | Carla Fité, UPC
• Presentation of outcomes from the ECOSYSTEX technical working group on the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR), showcasing insights from their cross-project collaboration | Carla Fité, UPC
• Contributions and perspectives from various ECOSYSTEX member projects

Innovations in bio-based, local, and circular textiles: the HEREWEAR project

11:00-13:00 | room: RESEARCH, hybrid

• Introduction to the HEREWEAR project | Lien Van der Schueren, Centexbel
• Insights into design aspects | Rebecca Earley, UAL | Freya Gardner, Circular.Fashion
• Overview of biorefinery processes| Jaap van Hal, TNO
• Yarn extrusion developments | Antje Ota, DITF
• Exploration of finishing and coating technologies | Willem Uyttendaele, Centexbel
• Interactive Q&A session with the presenters
• Environmental assessment findings| Jutta Hildenbrand, RISE
• Showcase of garment prototypes | Nona Dokuzova, VRETENA | Saman Khodabandeh, Mitwill
• Discussion on local manufacturing models | Frédérique Thureau, TCBL
• Introduction to the Resources HUB | Rosie Hornbuckle, UAL
• Additional Q&A session for in-depth inquiries and discussions

Evaluating TRICK PEF studies and the Preferential Certificate of Origin service

12:30-13:00 | room: INNOVATE 

• Presentation of the Product Environmental Footprint (PEF) studies focusing on traditional and technical clothing | Valentina Fantin, ENEA
• Analysis of the study's findings, including identification and discussion of strengths, weaknesses and limitations in the PEF method | Sara Cortesi, ENEA
• Presentation of the results and lessons learned from the participation of the Italian Customs and Monopolies Agency in the TRICK project | Teresa Donnoli, Italian Customs and Monopolies Agency

Optimising data exchange: evaluation, technologies, and future opportunities

14:30-15:30 | room: INNOVATE 

• Presentation of the modelled data groups in the project, including an evaluation of their relevance for a traceability platform and identification of the main challenges in obtaining this data | Marco Vallini, DOMINA
• Input presentation about data spaces | Jacopo Cassina, Holonix
• Workshop focusing on existing and required technologies, tools, and data sources, as well as addressing current data gaps
• Exploration of future opportunities for data exchange and leveraging insights for practical applications

Transitioning to bio-based, circular, and local textiles with the HEREWEAR HUB

14:30-15:30 | room: RESEARCH 

• Workshop: Engage in a hands-on session on designing and networking your transition to bio-based, local, and circular textiles using the HEREWEAR HUB's resources | Rosie Hornbuckle, UAL
• Thematic Tours: Choose from three themes—Bio-based Materials, Circular Design, or Local Models—to explore showcased HEREWEAR materials, prototypes, and resources in-depth. | Organised by: Centexbel, UAL, TCBL

Innovation in fashion & luxury: guided tour by Accenture Customer Innovation Network

16:00-17:00 | room: INNOVATE 

• Tour of Accenture Customer Innovation Network's experiential rooms, featuring evolving spaces with interactive live demonstrations of cutting-edge solutions, highlighting the latest technological innovations and their practical applications across the entire value chain

This visit is free and not included in the ticket price. Please note that space is limited to 40 participants, and prior registration is required. Only conference participants can register for the visit.

Decathlon's sustainability in action: circularity initiatives and behind-the-scenes warehouse tour

Decathlon Warehouse in Basiano

• Find out how Decathlon's sustainability strategies translate into reality with insights from their team
• Discover Decathlon's circularity initiatives behind the scenes with a guided warehouse tour, showcasing their rental and repair infrastructure and sustainable products

This visit is free and not included in the ticket price. Please note that space is limited to 50 participants, and prior registration is required. Only conference participants can register for the visit.