RegioGreenTex: Closing a chapter, continuing a mission
From vision to action in Europe’s circular textile transition Last week in Brussels, the RegioGreenTex project officially came to a close – a European initiative that brought together 11 textile-intensive regions around one shared ambition: building a circular textile economy. Under the umbrella of the European Green Deal, RegioGreenTex not only provided financial and technical […]
Ellie.Talks #43 – Community Updates & Fall 2025 Launches with Amélie
In this very special episode of Ellie.Talks, our CEO and founder Julie Lietaer sits down with someone you may already know from behind the scenes: our community manager Amélie. This time, she’s switching sides of the microphone to share exclusive insights into what’s next for Ellie.Connect. From reflections on the first half of the year […]
Reflections from the first Textiles Recycling Expo in Brussels: no silver bullets, but real momentum
Last week, the inaugural Textiles Recycling Expo took place in Brussels and for a first edition, it left a strong impression. Over 3,000 visitors and more than 100 exhibitors gathered under one roof to talk not about abstract visions, but about concrete actions and technical realities shaping the future of circular textiles. What made this […]
Feature in WTiN : Creating effective textile circularity networks by Abigail Turner
Link to article on WTiN RegioGreenTex is a project promoting the collaboration in research and development for the textile industry. Abigail Turner finds out what the project has achieved as it enters its final year. Through a combination of policy support, technological advancements and public engagement Europe aims to become an “inspiring example” for the […]
Legislative update on the European PEF Framework – May 2025
Introduction The European Union’s Product Environmental Footprint (PEF) initiative introduces a unified methodology for assessing and communicating the environmental impacts of apparel and footwear products. This framework aims to standardise sustainability metrics across the industry, facilitating transparency and comparability. Understanding the PEF methodology At its core, the PEF employs a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) approach, […]
EP41: Rethinking Reuse: Els Houttequiet (Herwin) on the Future of Secondhand Textiles: challenges, opportunities and solutions.
What happens to your clothes after you donate them? In episode 41 of Ellie.Talks, we explore the journey of secondhand textiles with Els Houttequiet, project manager at Herwin – the umbrella organisation for circular and social enterprises in Flanders. Together with Julie, Els delves into the challenges and opportunities surrounding reuse, recycling and export. From […]
Verantwoord Communiceren over Duurzaamheid – Inspiratie & Inzichten uit Kortrijk
Een ochtend rond verantwoord communiceren Afgelopen woensdag verwelkomden we een bijzonder divers gezelschap op het eerste Ellie Inspire event, georganiseerd in samenwerking met POM West-Vlaanderen. Deze editie stond volledig in het teken van Verantwoord communiceren — een thema dat alle aanwezigen verbond. In het Circular Materials Center (CMC) verzamelden zich gevestigde waarden uit sectoren als […]
Ellie.Talks Episode 40: Innovation, Circularity, and International Collaboration with Stefaan Verhamme
In episode 40 of Ellie.Talks, we had the pleasure of speaking with Stefaan Verhamme, International Affairs Manager and Cluster Manager New Materials at POM West-Vlaanderen. With a deep passion for his home region and a strong commitment to innovation, Stefaan plays a pivotal role in fostering collaboration and circularity within the textile industry. In this […]
Training: Introduction to Textiles
Ready to bring textile expertise in-house?Build textile knowledge across your team, grounded in real-world practiceClick Here Build textile knowledge across your team, grounded in real-world practice Are you or your team working with textiles on a daily basis and looking for a better understanding of the materials, processes, and industry context? Ellie’s Introduction to Textiles […]
The Future of Textiles: Key Insights from the Centexbel Horizon Scan
What’s on the horizon for the textile sector? During their recent horizon scan event, Centexbel, explored emerging trends and innovations that are shaping the industry’s future. Below is a concise summary of the most striking insights. 🔍 Clothing remains patent championIn 2024, over 90% of all published patent applications related to clothing came from Asia, especially […]