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Ecotextile Talks

MCL News and Media
Textile Industry
Sustainability
Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Apparel Impact Institute
Climate Solutions Portfolio
Soil Health
Cascale
Renewcell
Sustainable Practices
Cotton Industry
Biogenic Carbon Storage
Cotton
Decarbonization
Water Management
Life Cycle Assessment
Sustainability In Cotton Industry
US Climate Smart Cotton Program
Ready Reckoner
Life Cycle Analysis (LCA)
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Exclusive Podcasts that tackle the crucial environmental issues impacting today's global textile and clothing supply chains. Put together by the team that launched the pioneering Ecotextile News magazine back in 2007, we take listeners behind the scenes to reveal how we break the news and also provide deep dive Newscasts on sustainability, ethics, policy, retail, pollution and the carbon crisis en... more

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In this episode Ecotextile Talks host Philip Berman speaks with ThredUp's Chief Strategy Officer Alon Rotem about the company's "resale as a service" model, from white-lable branded resale shops to multi-brand clean-out schemes that can turn underus... more

Ecotextile Talks, host Philip Berman talks to Frank Michel, CEO of the ZDHC Foundation, about why he thinks cleaner chemistry is becoming a hard ESG requirement rather than a nice-to-have for the global textile value chain.

They explore how ZDHC ha... more

In partnership with the British Textile Machinery Association (BTMA), host Philip Berman takes listeners on a virtual journey to ITMA ASIA + CITME in Singapore with guests Alex Zucchi of CEMATEX, Jason Kent CEO of the BTMA, and Richard Slack of Fibre... more

Host Philip Berman talks to Kim Glas, President and CEO of the National Council of Textile Organizations, about the impact of Trump's tariffs on US textile manufacturing.

Kim discusses the challenges posed by tariff unpredictability, including th... more

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Alon Rotem
Chief Strategy Officer at ThredUp
ThredUp
Episode: Can fashion brands profit from their own second hand clothes?
Frank Michel
CEO of the ZDHC Foundation
ZDHC Foundation
Episode: Can Cleaner Chemistry Save Fashion – and Nature?
Kim Glas
President and CEO of the National Council of Textile Organizations
National Council of Textile Organizations
Episode: Trump, Tariffs and US Textiles
Simon Ferrigno
Cotton correspondent for Ecotextile News and environmental campaigner
Ecotextile News
Episode: Are environmentalists to blame for cotton's declining share of the textile fibre market?
Frances Van Hasselt
Chief Strategy Officer at Frances VH Moher, involved in sustainable fashion production and education.
Frances VH Moher
Episode: From Goats To Garments: Textile Exchange and the Responsible Mohair Journey
Shivam Gusain
Former innovation analyst at Fashion for Good, currently an independent consultant and writer for Ecotextile News.
Independent Consultant
Episode: 'Fossil fuels subsidies and polyester taxation,' with Shivam Gusain
Maxine Bédat
Key supporter and sponsor of the California Fashion Environmental Accountability Act.
New Standard Institute
Episode: California Dreamin' about new fashion laws with Maxine Bédat
Pauline Op de Beeck
Climate Portfolio Director at the Apparel Impact Institute
Apparel Impact Institute
Episode: What's the way to Net Zero? With the Apparel Impact Institute
Phil Patterson
Web processing expert and contributor to the low carbon roadmap
Episode: What's the way to Net Zero? With the Apparel Impact Institute

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Philip Berman
Host of Ecotextile Talks, leading discussions on sustainability, innovative practices, and industry challenges in textiles.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 28 ratings
  • AMAZING and MUCH NEEDED RELIABLE INFORMATION

    Thank you for this series! It is wonderful to hear and learn about these issues and reliable facts and data. I am a professor and I have shared this podcast with my students.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kimnuknuk
    United States4 years ago
  • AMAZING INFORMATION

    Thank you for this series! It is wonderful to hear and learn about these issues and reliable facts and data. I am a professor and I have shared this podcast with my students.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kimnuknuk
    United States4 years ago
  • Great Topics!

    Love this podcast; up to date, in depth, and relevant topics about the textile sector. Good job guys.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    your slar happy grand papey
    United States5 years ago
  • Serious dialogue

    No more fluff and greenwashing. This is the real conversation about the environmental and social issues. John and team always deliver thorough news and the opinions of the industry.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gamelover227
    United States6 years ago

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Many listeners feel empowered by the knowledge gained from the series, indicating an eagerness to share the content with others, particularly in educational settings.
Listeners appreciate the depth and relevance of the discussions surrounding environmental issues in fashion, expressing gratitude for the informative and reliable content.
The podcast is recognized for tackling serious issues without resorting to fluff or greenwashing, garnering praise for its straight-talk approach and thorough investigation of current topics.
Audience members highlight the value of insights shared by industry experts and the applicability of information to real-world practices in sustainability.

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Can fashion brands profit from their own second hand clothes?
Q: How do you see the future of ThredUp and the resale industry by 2029?
Expect hundreds of brands engaged in resale as a service and a normalized shopping experience incorporating both new and secondhand clothes.
Can fashion brands profit from their own second hand clothes?
Q: Do brands prefer the cleanout kit or the branded resale shop?
Brands tend to prefer the Cleanout Kit program because it's easier to implement and understand.
Can fashion brands profit from their own second hand clothes?
Q: Why did ThredUp decide to move into the resale as a service sector?
They recognized the need to normalize second-hand clothing and to make it work for all sides: brands, consumers, and ThredUp.
Can Cleaner Chemistry Save Fashion – and Nature?
Q: Are you able to share any specific examples around brands or retailers or ESG investors who are now demanding this kind of quantifiable proof?
Some brands are joining ZDHC related to ESG ratings because investors and rating agencies are increasingly asking questions about the chemical risks.
Can Cleaner Chemistry Save Fashion – and Nature?
Q: What motivated you and your team to build a framework with Quantis that goes beyond chemicals to look at its impact on nature?
We needed to get a view on the facility and to identify all the variables that we have to translate our 2030 strategy really into a risk perspective on nature capital that is close to our heart.

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What is Ecotextile Talks about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The podcast features engaging discussions on pressing environmental issues facing the textile and clothing supply chains today. Topics often include sustainability initiatives, ethics in fashion, pollution, and the impact of policy changes on the industry. With insights from industry experts and leaders, episodes are designed to inform listeners about the latest innovations and practices affecting textile production while providing critiques of current practices, offering a comprehensive view of both challenges and solutions within this critical sector. Listeners can expect to explore various facets of the global market, including technological advancements, circular economy principles, and the implications of government regulations on sust... more

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Recent guests on Ecotextile Talks include:

1. Alon Rotem
2. Frank Michel
3. Kim Glas
4. Simon Ferrigno
5. Frances Van Hasselt
6. Shivam Gusain
7. Maxine Bédat
8. Pauline Op de Beeck

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