The training "Circular Economy in the Textile and Apparel Industry (T&A)" is designed for companies in the textile and apparel industry, young entrepreneurs, as well as managers and designers who aim to implement sustainable and circular practices. It is ideal for those who want to understand how to reduce the environmental impact of their business, improve social responsibility, and enhance competitiveness in the market.
The textile and apparel industry is the 3rd largest source of greenhouse gas emissions and the 2nd most polluting sector. Globally, there are over 100 million tons of textile waste generated annually., of which only 10-12 % are recycled and only 1% is transformed into new textile products. In the Republic of Moldova, textile waste most often ends up in landfills, posing significant challenges for manufacturers.
The issue of waste can be addressed differently by exploring circular principles and circular design models. Participants in the course will learn how manufacturers can begin this transformation, explore business models and circular design, manage pre- and post-consumer waste, and, most importantly, prevent or reduce waste generation. Additionally, they will discover how to develop new services and create new revenue streams with maximum competitiveness in both the national and European markets, along with many other topics of interest. "Circular Economy in the Textile and Apparel Industry (T&A)".
This training is developed by E-Circular within the framework of RECONOMY Programfunded by the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida) and implemented by Helvetas Swiss Intercooperation. The program operates in two regions: the Eastern Partnership (Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Ukraine, Moldova) and the Western Balkans (Kosovo, North Macedonia, Albania, Montenegro, Serbia, and Bosnia and Herzegovina).
E-Circular Training and Consulting Center" is a training service provider accredited by the Ministry of Education and Research and a member of the Pact for Skills,a flagship initiative under the European Skills Agenda, launched in 2020.
The training "Circular Economy and Sustainable Practices in the Textile and Apparel Industry" has undergone a rigorous evaluation to ensure alignment with industry standards, effectiveness, and overall content quality. Following this review, I can confidently state that this program provides comprehensive and highly valuable training. Participants will greatly benefit from the knowledge and skills acquired, equipping them to implement sustainable practices in their field of activity.
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