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Future Forward Factories

The “Future Forward Factories” project, initiated by Fashion for Good, focuses on transforming tier 2 processing in the textile industry through innovative low-impact, decarbonisation solutions. It aims to generate actionable blueprints for factories of the future that combine renewable energy and technology upgradation including mostly dry processing innovations. These blueprints take into account the macro geographical factors that are customised for every product to achieve next-zero facilities with a strong return on investment.

Problem Statement

The apparel industry faces immense pressure to meet the 1.5°C target set by the Paris Agreement, with fashion accounting for 2-8% of global greenhouse gas emissions. Scope 3 emissions, especially from processing (Tier 2), represent a critical challenge. Shifting to dry processing technologies has the potential to reduce water and energy use, contributing to lower emissions and a smaller environmental footprint.

Stakeholders involved

The D(R)YE Factory of the Future project brought together key industry leaders and innovators committed to revolutionizing textile processing. The project’s brand stakeholders included:

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World of Waste

World of Waste is an online tool dedicated to uniting industry-wide efforts to develop and disseminate data on textile waste. The platform consolidates data from individual studies by partnering with ecosystem players.

Problem Statement

The apparel industry faces immense pressure to meet the 1.5°C target set by the Paris Agreement, with fashion accounting for 2-8% of global greenhouse gas emissions. Scope 3 emissions, especially from processing (Tier 2), represent a critical challenge. Shifting to dry processing technologies has the potential to reduce water and energy use, contributing to lower emissions and a smaller environmental footprint.

Stakeholders involved

The D(R)YE Factory of the Future project brought together key industry leaders and innovators committed to revolutionizing textile processing. The project’s brand stakeholders included:

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Sort to Sustain

To address the gaps in post-consumer feedstock for the development of textile-to-textile recycling in India, FFG has initiated the Sort to Sustain (STS) Project, in line with the broader ambition of the Re-START Alliance. This project focuses on enhancing the quantity, quality, and price of feedstock to support the recycling industry. The project aims to establish a circular textiles system in India by creating a robust collection and sorting ecosystem for widespread recycling implementation. Leveraging insights from the Sorting for Circularity India project, it seeks to scale sorting and pre-processing infrastructure. The goal is to support the expansion of at least four waste enterprises and set up their Textile Recovery Facilities (TRFs) by 2030.

Problem Statement

The apparel industry faces immense pressure to meet the 1.5°C target set by the Paris Agreement, with fashion accounting for 2-8% of global greenhouse gas emissions. Scope 3 emissions, especially from processing (Tier 2), represent a critical challenge. Shifting to dry processing technologies has the potential to reduce water and energy use, contributing to lower emissions and a smaller environmental footprint.

Stakeholders involved

The D(R)YE Factory of the Future project brought together key industry leaders and innovators committed to revolutionizing textile processing. The project’s brand stakeholders included:

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Strategic Supplier Initiative

Scale is unlocked for sustainable innovation only when supply and demand are effectively connected—bringing together innovators, brands, and manufacturers—and when this opportunity is pursued through curated and meaningful partnerships. To achieve scale, careful planning, strong stakeholder engagement, adequate resources, and a flexible approach are essential. Transitioning from the pilot stage to full-scale implementation of sustainable technologies presents several significant challenges. Bridging the gap between small-scale trials and large-scale deployment requires addressing differences in requirements, resources, and complexities. Common issues include scalability concerns, such as adapting technology to increased volumes and integrating it with existing systems and machinery. Limited funding options and unclear implementation strategies also pose barriers, making the scaling process difficult. In response to these challenges, we have developed the Strategic Supplier Initiative (SSI) to support FFG partners and innovators in successfully scaling their sustainable processes.

Problem Statement

The apparel industry faces immense pressure to meet the 1.5°C target set by the Paris Agreement, with fashion accounting for 2-8% of global greenhouse gas emissions. Scope 3 emissions, especially from processing (Tier 2), represent a critical challenge. Shifting to dry processing technologies has the potential to reduce water and energy use, contributing to lower emissions and a smaller environmental footprint.

Stakeholders involved

The D(R)YE Factory of the Future project brought together key industry leaders and innovators committed to revolutionizing textile processing. The project’s brand stakeholders included:

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Manufacturing Market Gateways

Cost optimisation is crucial for scaling innovations. By reducing expenses, increasing operational efficiency, and securing high-quality feedstock, innovators can improve profitability and competitiveness. As the industry embarks on new ventures, strategic cost management becomes key to enhancing profitability, improving cash flow, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. As a response to supporting innovators in building out these strategies, FFG has developed “Manufacturing Markets Gateway”, to support innovators with connections to selected industry partners, local exposure, sourcing feedstock opportunities and overall knowledge building.

Problem Statement

The apparel industry faces immense pressure to meet the 1.5°C target set by the Paris Agreement, with fashion accounting for 2-8% of global greenhouse gas emissions. Scope 3 emissions, especially from processing (Tier 2), represent a critical challenge. Shifting to dry processing technologies has the potential to reduce water and energy use, contributing to lower emissions and a smaller environmental footprint.

Stakeholders involved

The D(R)YE Factory of the Future project brought together key industry leaders and innovators committed to revolutionizing textile processing. The project’s brand stakeholders included:

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The Rise of Reusable Packaging: Understanding the Impact & Mapping a Path to Scale

Cost optimisation is crucial for scaling innovations. By reducing expenses, increasing operational efficiency, and securing high-quality feedstock, innovators can improve profitability and competitiveness. As the industry embarks on new ventures, strategic cost management becomes key to enhancing profitability, improving cash flow, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. As a response to supporting innovators in building out these strategies, FFG has developed “Manufacturing Markets Gateway”, to support innovators with connections to selected industry partners, local exposure, sourcing feedstock opportunities and overall knowledge building.

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2025 Forecast: 6 Major Shifts On Our Radar

Cost optimisation is crucial for scaling innovations. By reducing expenses, increasing operational efficiency, and securing high-quality feedstock, innovators can improve profitability and competitiveness. As the industry embarks on new ventures, strategic cost management becomes key to enhancing profitability, improving cash flow, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. As a response to supporting innovators in building out these strategies, FFG has developed “Manufacturing Markets Gateway”, to support innovators with connections to selected industry partners, local exposure, sourcing feedstock opportunities and overall knowledge building.

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Good Fashion Fund partners with K.K.P Fine Linen for new wet processing unit

Cost optimisation is crucial for scaling innovations. By reducing expenses, increasing operational efficiency, and securing high-quality feedstock, innovators can improve profitability and competitiveness. As the industry embarks on new ventures, strategic cost management becomes key to enhancing profitability, improving cash flow, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. As a response to supporting innovators in building out these strategies, FFG has developed “Manufacturing Markets Gateway”, to support innovators with connections to selected industry partners, local exposure, sourcing feedstock opportunities and overall knowledge building.

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The Future of Fashion Tech: Hard Tech vs. Soft Tech in Fashion Innovation

Cost optimisation is crucial for scaling innovations. By reducing expenses, increasing operational efficiency, and securing high-quality feedstock, innovators can improve profitability and competitiveness. As the industry embarks on new ventures, strategic cost management becomes key to enhancing profitability, improving cash flow, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. As a response to supporting innovators in building out these strategies, FFG has developed “Manufacturing Markets Gateway”, to support innovators with connections to selected industry partners, local exposure, sourcing feedstock opportunities and overall knowledge building.

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The Future of Fashion Tech: Types of Innovations in the Fashion Industry

Cost optimisation is crucial for scaling innovations. By reducing expenses, increasing operational efficiency, and securing high-quality feedstock, innovators can improve profitability and competitiveness. As the industry embarks on new ventures, strategic cost management becomes key to enhancing profitability, improving cash flow, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. As a response to supporting innovators in building out these strategies, FFG has developed “Manufacturing Markets Gateway”, to support innovators with connections to selected industry partners, local exposure, sourcing feedstock opportunities and overall knowledge building.