Seminar: Sustainability in Textile Engineering
This seminar provides a comprehensive introduction to sustainability in the textile industry, offering both foundational knowledge and insights into the latest technologies and developments. Participants will learn to evaluate recycling methods, confidently use technical terminology, and develop innovative strategies to foster sustainability within their organizations.
The program begins on September 24 with an evening kick-off event. A full-day in-person session follows on September 25 at the ITA in Aachen. In October, the learning continues with five online modules (each 90 minutes), offering practical, in-depth content.

Topics:
Social change in relation to sustainability
- Social developments and effects on the industry 
- Relevance of sustainability in purchasing decisions
- Classification and definitions of terms Regulations & laws
- Upcoming EU regulations (Green Claims Directive, ESPR, CSDDD, etc.)
- Supply Chain Duty of Care Act (LkSG)

REACH seals and certification
- Government and private seals and certifications
- Classification of test criteria for products and companies
- Evaluation of seals

Alternative materials, biopolymers and their properties
- Definitions of biobased and biodegradable materials
- Overview of alternative materials and biopolymers
- Production, fibre properties, areas of application

LCA, CO2 footprint and data collection CO2 footprint and life cycle assessment
- Data collection to determine the CO2 footprint: practical example in a model factory
- Digital tools to support sustainability in the company

Recycling - sorting & preparation of used textiles
- Definition of recycling in waste management
- Sorting of used textiles - process chain for the preparation of used textiles

Recycling processes
- Thermomechanical recycling
- Mechanical recycling - other processes (chemical, biochemical, etc.)

Recycling challenges 
- Challenges and quality parameters for sorting and preparation
- thermomechanical recycling
- mechanical recycling

Practical examples of textile recycling 
- Complete recycling cycle of staple fibres through mechanical recycling
- From used textile to new life via regranulation
- Current research work on recycling

Workshop on sustainability & textile technology 
- Develop concrete approaches to strengthen sustainability in your company
- Which concepts are suitable for you?
- Interactive workshop under guidance
 

Target Audience:
Designers, R&D departments, start-up teams, SMEs and large companies, as well as professionals in purchasing, 
marketing, and sales.
 

Good to know:

Start Date: September 24 | Location: ITA – Institut für Textiltechnik, RWTH Aachen & Online Seminars
Language: German | Fee: €1,950 p.p. (plus VAT) | 10% early bird discount up to 8 weeks before start Materials will be provided.
Sign up for the event here: https://ita-academy.de/anmeldung/