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23.06.2023

INDA receives United Nations Accreditation

INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry, was granted status last month as an accredited stakeholder with the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), which, among other privileges, will allow representatives from the association to observe the formal ongoing negotiations of the UN Global Plastics Treaty. INDA Government Affairs Director Wes Fisher was on site at the second session of the treaty negotiations formally titled the “second session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee to develop an international legally binding instrument on plastic pollution, including in the marine environment.” The negotiations took place from 29 May to 2 June 2023 at the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) Headquarters in Paris, France.

“We are excited to continue to enhance the capacity of INDA’s government affairs department to better serve the industry on a global scale,” stated Fisher. “We look forward to working with the UNEP to provide technical input regarding ongoing plastics treaty issues specific to the nonwovens industry, and engaging with other UN processes with our new status as an accredited stakeholder.”

INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry, was granted status last month as an accredited stakeholder with the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), which, among other privileges, will allow representatives from the association to observe the formal ongoing negotiations of the UN Global Plastics Treaty. INDA Government Affairs Director Wes Fisher was on site at the second session of the treaty negotiations formally titled the “second session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee to develop an international legally binding instrument on plastic pollution, including in the marine environment.” The negotiations took place from 29 May to 2 June 2023 at the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) Headquarters in Paris, France.

“We are excited to continue to enhance the capacity of INDA’s government affairs department to better serve the industry on a global scale,” stated Fisher. “We look forward to working with the UNEP to provide technical input regarding ongoing plastics treaty issues specific to the nonwovens industry, and engaging with other UN processes with our new status as an accredited stakeholder.”

Accreditation provides non-governmental organizations with observer status to the United Nations Environment Assembly, UNEP, and its subsidiaries. Accreditation will bring many advantages to INDA with respect to participation in the work of UNEP’s Governing Bodies, such as the United Nations Environment Assembly of UNEP and the Committee of Permanent Representatives.

UN Global Plastics Treaty negotiations have garnered significant attention from both industry and environmental groups. At least three more negotiation sessions are expected with the goal of finalizing a treaty by the end of 2024.

Photo Pure Denim
03.01.2023

PureDenim & Bemberg ™: “Blue di Cupro” collection at Pitti Uomo

In occasion of the next edition of Pitti Uomo, Bemberg™ by Asahi Kasei – the unique fiber with a circular economy footprint obtained from cotton linters through a closed-loop process ensuring certified sustainability credentials through its transparent and traceable approach- reveals a very special Bemberg™ fabrics smart range dedicated to premium denimwear.

In occasion of the next edition of Pitti Uomo, Bemberg™ by Asahi Kasei – the unique fiber with a circular economy footprint obtained from cotton linters through a closed-loop process ensuring certified sustainability credentials through its transparent and traceable approach- reveals a very special Bemberg™ fabrics smart range dedicated to premium denimwear.

This has been made possible thanks to the partnership with PureDenim, a leading Italian company whose strategy since 10 years is based on an entire re-design of the production system, inspired by circular economy principles that combines technology and innovative materials in order to offer the highest levels of design, innovation and real responsible values derived from an holistic approach to sustainability.
The “Blue di Cupro” collection is made with seven fabrics made with Bemberg™, either 100% Bemberg™ or in blend with cotton, wool, and it applies the most advanced Pure Denim Technologies. The Blue di cupro fabrics made with Bemberg™ will also be dyed with “Smart Indigo” an indigo dye technology internally produced by PureDenim, through a chemical-free production. The only elements involved are: water, indigo pigments, and electricity. In terms of finishing, fabrics’ looks and performances are enhanced by the “Eco Sonic” ultrasounds finishing technology which brings significant reduction of water used, increased aesthetic features and controlled discoloration. And last but not least every yarn used at PureDenim is protected by NaturalReco® a 100% natural product that completely SUBSTITUTE the use of plastic films that are one of the key causes of microplastic emission for denim application.

“Blue” seems to be the new colour of Bemberg™, in fact, the company in early November 2022 announced, at the Blue Friday initiative by UNESCO's Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC), the achievement of the OK biodegradable MARINE certification, which guarantees the biodegradability of its products even in the marine environment, as certified by TÜV AUSTRIA, meaning a lot in the context of microplastics in water issue solutions. This Bemberg™ certification’s achievement comes on top of other key ones such as the INNOVHUB report that confirms Bemberg™ biodegradability in soil without releasing hazardous substances, the RCS by Textile Exchange, and the Oeko-Tex Standard 100 and ISO 14001 corporate certifications.

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29.03.2022

C.L.A.S.S. SMART VOICES: A Spotlight On Water Saving Solutions

According to the United Nations Conference of Trade and Development, the fashion and textile industry represents one of the major polluters of water in the world, with an estimated 93 billion cubic metres of water used per year.

On the occasion of Water Day, C.L.A.S.S. CEO and Founder Giusy Bettoni talked to Sensil® BioCare, Kornit, Ecoalf and Unesco on how their strategies and processes can preserve our most precious, yet limited resource.

Key Takeaways from the Speakers:
"The ocean is absolutely crucial for the survival of this planet, since it almost covers 71 percent of its surface. Writer Arthur Clarke once said: how inappropriate is to call this planet earth, when it is clearly planet ocean."
- Francesca Santoro, Programme Specialist at IOC UNESCO Regional Bureau for Science and Culture in Europe

According to the United Nations Conference of Trade and Development, the fashion and textile industry represents one of the major polluters of water in the world, with an estimated 93 billion cubic metres of water used per year.

On the occasion of Water Day, C.L.A.S.S. CEO and Founder Giusy Bettoni talked to Sensil® BioCare, Kornit, Ecoalf and Unesco on how their strategies and processes can preserve our most precious, yet limited resource.

Key Takeaways from the Speakers:
"The ocean is absolutely crucial for the survival of this planet, since it almost covers 71 percent of its surface. Writer Arthur Clarke once said: how inappropriate is to call this planet earth, when it is clearly planet ocean."
- Francesca Santoro, Programme Specialist at IOC UNESCO Regional Bureau for Science and Culture in Europe

"Sensil® BioCare is our solution to reduce the persistence of textile waste in the ocean. We embedded technology in it so that if any microfiber is released in the washing, they will break down faster than conventional nylon. Based on an external study, we have seen an almost 60 percent microplastic reduction in two years"
- Michelle Lea, Vice President Global Marketing at Nilit

"When it comes to our printing processes, almost no water is in use and the waste is minimal. We have never seen this before in this industry. Based on LCA tests, when compared to screen printing our "Atlas Max" printer saves up to 93 percent of water, while the "Presto" printer saves up to 95 percent of water".
- Michal Arbel, Sustainability Communication Lead at Kornit Digital

"One of the most important projects of the company is Upcycling the Oceans, with the aim of tackling the marine litter in collaboration with the fishing sector. Last year, we collected 300 tons of litter from the seabed, and we promoted circular economy by transforming the waste in products."
- Irene Diez, Director at Ecoalf Foundation

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10.12.2021

Fraunhofer UMSICHT: Studium »infernum« ist Vorbild für nachhaltige Entwicklung

Die Weiterbildung infernum von FernUniversität und Fraunhofer UMSICHT erhielt erneut die nationale Auszeichnung des Bundesministeriums für Bildung und Forschung und der Deutschen UNESCO-Kommission für Bildung für nachhaltige Entwicklung.

Am 10. Dezember haben das Bundesministerium für Bildung und Forschung und die Deutsche UNESCO-Kommission die Nationale Auszeichnung – Bildung für nachhaltige Entwicklung (BNE)im neuen UNESCO-Programm »BNE 2030« vergeben.

Das »Interdisziplinäre Fernstudium Umweltwissenschaften« überzeugte die Jury durch ein beispielhaftes Engagement für BNE und einen besonderen Einsatz für die Globalen Nachhaltigkeitsziele (Sustainable Development Goals) der Vereinten Nationen.

Damit wurde das Weiterbildungsstudium infernum, gemeinsam angeboten von der FernUniversität in Hagen und Fraunhofer UMSICHT in Oberhausen, zum nunmehr sechsten Mal von der deutschen UNESCO-Kommission und vom Bundesministerium für Bildung und Forschung für sein Engagement im Bereich Bildung für Nachhaltige Entwicklung ausgezeichnet.

Die Weiterbildung infernum von FernUniversität und Fraunhofer UMSICHT erhielt erneut die nationale Auszeichnung des Bundesministeriums für Bildung und Forschung und der Deutschen UNESCO-Kommission für Bildung für nachhaltige Entwicklung.

Am 10. Dezember haben das Bundesministerium für Bildung und Forschung und die Deutsche UNESCO-Kommission die Nationale Auszeichnung – Bildung für nachhaltige Entwicklung (BNE)im neuen UNESCO-Programm »BNE 2030« vergeben.

Das »Interdisziplinäre Fernstudium Umweltwissenschaften« überzeugte die Jury durch ein beispielhaftes Engagement für BNE und einen besonderen Einsatz für die Globalen Nachhaltigkeitsziele (Sustainable Development Goals) der Vereinten Nationen.

Damit wurde das Weiterbildungsstudium infernum, gemeinsam angeboten von der FernUniversität in Hagen und Fraunhofer UMSICHT in Oberhausen, zum nunmehr sechsten Mal von der deutschen UNESCO-Kommission und vom Bundesministerium für Bildung und Forschung für sein Engagement im Bereich Bildung für Nachhaltige Entwicklung ausgezeichnet.

Andrea Ruyter-Petznek, Leiterin des Referats Bildung in Regionen, Bildung für nachhaltige Entwicklung im Bundesministerium für Bildung und Forschung, und der Generalsekretär der Deutschen UNESCO-Kommission Dr. Roman Luckscheiter zeichneten im Rahmen einer digitalen Auszeichnungsfeier 29 Akteurinnen und Akteure für ihr herausragendes Engagement für Bildung für nachhaltige Entwicklung aus. Die 29 geehrten Initiativen erreichen Menschen mit innovativen Bildungsangeboten, Inhalten und Ideen und befähigen Lernende, aktiv und verantwortungsvoll an der Gestaltung einer nachhaltigen Zukunft mitzuwirken.

Der Studiengang »Interdisziplinäre Fernstudium Umweltwissenschaften – infernum«
Die erfolgreiche und wissenschaftlich fundierte Lösung komplexer Aufgabenstellungen in den Bereichen Umwelt und Nachhaltigkeit setzt eine interdisziplinäre Denk- und Herangehensweise voraus. infernum vermittelt das hierzu notwendige Wissen und befähigt dazu, die „Sprachen“ der unterschiedlichen Disziplinen verstehen zu können. infernum zeichnet sich durch die Interdisziplinarität der Lehrinhalte, die fachliche Breite des Lehrangebotes und die Flexibilität der Organisation aus. Es ist in dieser Form einzigartig in der universitären Weiterbildungslandschaft in Deutschland. Als Fernstudienangebot ermöglicht es eine wissenschaftliche Weiterbildung neben Beruf und Familie. Die Studierenden können sich ihr individuelles Lernprogramm aus einzelnen Modulen zusammenstellen und den Abschluss Master of Science sowie unterschiedliche Zertifikatsabschlüsse erwerben.

Bildung für nachhaltige Entwicklung
Nachhaltige Entwicklung bedeutet, Menschenwürde und Chancengerechtigkeit für alle in einer intakten Umwelt zu verwirklichen. Bildung ist für eine nachhaltige Entwicklung zentral. Sie versetzt Menschen in die Lage, Entscheidungen für die Zukunft zu treffen und abzuschätzen, wie sich eigene Handlungen auf künftige Generationen oder das Leben in anderen Weltregionen auswirken. In der globalen Nachhaltigkeitsagenda 2030 der Vereinten Nationen ist die Umsetzung von BNE als Ziel für die Weltgemeinschaft festgeschrieben. Im Anschluss an das UNESCO-Weltaktionsprogramm Bildung für nachhaltige Entwicklung (2015 – 2019) beteiligt sich Deutschland am UNESCO-Folgeprogramm »BNE 2030«, das eng an die Agenda und ihre 17 globalen Nachhaltigkeitsziel geknüpft ist.

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Fraunhofer UMSICHT