The PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI) is set to host the 3rd Sustainable Textile Summit on Sep 17, 2024, at the Lakshmipat Singhania Auditorium in New Delhi. This annual flagship event aims to bring together key stakeholders from the textile industry to explore innovative solutions for creating a more sustainable future.
The summit is expected to attract over 200 participants, including representatives from textile and apparel manufacturers, exporters, traders, supply chain managers, compliance officers, environmental consultants, research institutions, technology providers, retailers, and leading brands.
The keynote address for the inaugural session will be delivered by Rohit Kansal, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Textiles, Government of India. Titled, ‘The Urgency for Sustainable Textile Solutions and Future Opportunities,’ this session will explore the economic and environmental impacts of the current textile industry, global sustainability trends, consumer demands, government policies, and the challenges and opportunities in building a sustainable textile future.
Prajakta L Verma, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Textiles, will deliver a special address in Session 1 titled, ‘Innovation and Technology for Sustainable Textiles,’ focusing on sustainable raw materials, clean technologies, and circular economy practices.
The 3rd Sustainable Textile Summit is backed by leading organisations dedicated to promoting sustainability within the industry. Key partners for the event include RSWM as the Premium Partner; Ecocert Group, Oerlikon Textile India., Filatex India, Polyester Textile and Apparel Industry Association as Associate Partners; Fairtrade India and CSM as Delegate Kit Partners; Wazir Advisors as the Knowledge Partner and CPD India as the Sustainability Partner.
In addition to the keynote and special addresses, the summit will feature a panel discussion on ‘Ethical Sourcing, Labor Practices, and Reducing Carbon Emissions for a Sustainable Textile Future.’ Another session titled ‘Building Sustainable Supply Chains for a Sustainable Fashion Future’ will further explore key strategies for achieving a greener, more ethical textile industry.
