In our latest SGS Live session, we explore the latest tools, legislation and real-word strategies enabling more circular and sustainable apparel and footwear.
Join Valérie Cimetiere, Global Softlines Expert, and Dr Min Zhu, Senior Director of Technical Services and Operations for Softlines in the US and Canada, in a conversation that explores the transformation of the textile and footwear industry’s environmental footprint.
Form life-cycle assessments to the new Product Environmental Footprint Category Rules, our experts will unpack the main areas of focus for brands and manufacturers and what’s next on the path to circularity.
You will gain:
- A practical understanding of LCA and durability as key impact metrics
- Insight into EU legislation and the role of PEFCR in sustainable product claims
- Guidance on addressing microplastics and moving beyond recycling
- An understanding of how brands are shifiting toward circular supply chains, via real case studies
Discover how regulators and companies can collaborate to drive innovation, enforce sustainable practice and shape a circular, future-ready economy.
You can also listen to this session in podcast format. Tune in now on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.
About SGS
SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of 99,500 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability.
Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability, enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and trusted specialized brands, including Brightsight, Bluesign, Maine Pointe and Nutrasource.
SGS is publicly traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange under the ticker symbol SGSN (ISIN CH1256740924, Reuters SGSN.S, Bloomberg SGSN:SW).
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