Global fashion and apparel industry stands as a major contributor to emissions, comprising 4 per cent of the total and grappling with various sustainability challenges, from water and soil depletion to heavy chemical use and textile waste. In Europe, textile consumption ranks as the fourth-highest contributor to climate change impact, trailing only food, housing, and mobility.
Spinnova, a sustainable textile material company, emphasizes the urgent need for decisive action from policymakers, brands, and consumers to decarbonize the industry and achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. Ben Selby, Deputy CEO, Spinnova, stresses meeting the industry's ambitious climate targets requires immediate and robust efforts. Speaking at the COP28 Conference, Selby said that ongoing incentives and investments are crucial to driving the adoption of sustainable solutions.
Selby highlighted the complexity of decarbonizing the fashion and apparel sector and advocates for innovation, incentives, and investments. Over the past five years, sustainable technologies have demonstrated their commercial viability, and now, according to Selby, legislators must play a role in supporting these solutions to scale rapidly.
Spinnova, renowned for creating textile material from wood or waste, exemplifies a solution addressing multiple sustainability challenges. Their patented process generates zero waste, side streams, or microplastics, eschews harmful chemicals, and exhibits minimal CO2 emissions and water use compared to conventional cotton. Global apparel giants like adidas and Bestseller have already utilized Spinnova's SPINNOVA® fiber, which has garnered recognition for its environmental benefits.
As Spinnova participated in the COP28 Conference, the company aimed to forge new partnerships and advocate for textile innovators whose solutions can contribute to combating climate change. Selby emphasized the urgency, stating the industry is only six years away from the initial major climate targets and underscores Spinnova's commitment to supporting the journey toward achieving these goals.
