Join us for the 18th ECOSYSTEX Insight Series webinar and dive into the latest EU-funded research & innovations transforming the textile industry!
On Friday, 14 November 2025, we’ll put a spotlight on three projects, PROPLANET, Zero F, and RegioGreenTex, as they reach their conclusion and share their final results, key learnings, and real-world impact.
From new bio-based and PFAS-free coatings for textiles to matchmaking platforms for surplus textiles, this session will offer opportunities to get valuable insights and connect with others working toward a more circular and resilient industry.
Agenda
10:00-10:05 Introduction, Tilla Kross, Textile ETP
10:05-10:25 PROPLANET - New bio-based and PFAS-free coatings for textiles, Anja Verbič, National Institute of Chemistry (SI) & Óscar Calvo, AITEX (ES)
10:25-10:45 Zero F: PFAS-FREE FUTURE – Safe & Sustainable Alternatives for Textiles, Alina Giesler, LGI Sustainable Innovation (FR) & Miika Nikinmaa, VTT (FI)
10:45-10:55 Q&A
10:55-11:05 Ellie.Connect – Building the Future of Circular Textiles Connecting people, knowledge and innovation for a futureproof industry – putting it into practice through RegioGreenTex, Amélie Verbeke, Ariadne Innovation (BE)
11:05-11:15 RegioGreenTex: The Waste Wizard - A matchmaking platform for surplus textiles, Philippe Schuler, Quest Impact Consultancy (BE)
11:15-11:25 Q&A
11:25-11:30 Wrap-up and outlook, Tilla Kross, Textile ETP