Basics & Benefits of Textile Recycling
As circular systems within the design world become the new norm, we explore textile recycling in the apparel industry to shed light on how to reduce textile waste. Currently very little is being done for the recycling of textiles used in built environments, this inspired us to dive into significant innovations around how apparel textiles are being repurposed and broken down once discarded. This CEU aims to educate design professionals on the importance of diverting textiles from landfills and highlights the recent discoveries in upcycling and redirecting end of life practices for textiles.
Course Information
IDCEC - 1 Credit
CEU Number: CEU-120790
Designation: General
Learning Level: Basic
Subject Code: 3. Interior Design Education / 1. Instruction
AIA
1 Learning unit
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Participants will learn about the current state of textile waste and how it pollutes our earth.
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Participants will learn about the different types of textile recycling used in the apparel industry as a case study of how textiles can be transformed at their end of life.
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We will explore textile recycling abroad and how innovative "digital product passports" create easier systems for textile information to be stored and sorted through all phases of the recycling process.
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We will shed light on the future of upcycling and highlight companies and brands that implement circular textile programs to contribute to diverting textiles from landfills.
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