The Digital Ecosystem Platform

Your go-to platform to accelerate sustainable innovation in textiles & plastics

Ellie.Connect is the digital heart of our offering—a place where companies, innovators, and experts come together to connect, collaborate, and scale sustainable solutions.

Whether you’re looking for partners, knowledge, visibility or market insights, Ellie.Connect supports you every step of the way.

What is Ellie.Connect ?

Ellie.Connect is more than a platform—it’s a growing ecosystem built to support change-makers in the textile and plastics industry. Our goal is simple: help you move from ambition to action, step by step.

We focus on Europe with a strong emphasis on supporting SMEs—the driving force behind innovation and sustainable change.

Ecosystem Network
✓ 1,600+ organisations reached monthly through our newsletter
✓ Active in 19 countries and growing across Europe and beyond

Expert Partners
✓ Strategic partners for content, expertise, and matchmaking
✓ Structured collaboration to accelerate systemic impact

Core Community – the bELLIEvers
✓ ~40 key members
✓ Weekly support, visibility, connections & exclusive access to Ellie Experts
✓ Early access to features and opportunities

What Can You Do on Ellie.Connect?

Build Knowledge

Knowledge Base & Chatbot

Access a growing collection of reports, publications, and tools.

  • Use the Ellie Chatbot to explore textile topics instantly

  • Great starting point for your sustainability research

  • Discover EU projects, whitepapers, and case studies

Stay Informed

Industry News

Receive curated market insights and ecosystem updates.

  • Regulatory changes, funding calls & innovation news

  • Industry trends and partner announcements

  • Delivered via our monthly newsletter

Build Your Network

The Actor database

Broaden your network and get in touch with the right people.

  • Browse through a growing list of ecosystem players

  • Filter by country, expertise, activity type, etc.

  • Reach out via the in-app chat

  • Create a company profile to be found by others

Share & Discover Solutions

The Offering database

Whether you’re showcasing a circular project, a training, or a product—this is the place.

  • Explore projects, tools, trainings & services

  • Upload your own highlights for maximum visibility

  • Find relevant solutions with advanced filtering

Tap into the ecosystem's brainpower

The Challenges

Need input, partners, or market feedback?

  • Share public or anonymous challenges

  • Target specific groups or the full network

  • Get matched with potential partners by Ellie Experts

Share & Promote

Events & Announcements

Make your activities visible to the network.

  • Add your own events and announcements*

  • Stay up to date on relevant fairs, sessions, and calls

Get Inspired

Ellie.Talks & More

Fuel your strategy with practical inspiration.

  • Monthly Ellie.Talks podcast episodes

  • Real use cases, lessons learned & expert tips

  • Special webinars, Ellie.Circle breakfast sessions & partner fairs

Get inspired

Ready to connect, learn, and grow?

Ellie.Connect is open to all, with extra features and support available through premium memberships. Whether you’re just getting started or ready to scale your impact, we’re here to help.

Explore our pricing options or request a demo

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Sparring Session

Engage in a one-on-one session with an Ellie expert to receive immediate feedback on topics like textile waste valorization, building circular value chains, market insights, legislative frameworks, and developing sustainability plans.

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Workshop: Start Your Sustainability Plan

Gain a comprehensive understanding of your current sustainability position and develop actionable steps forward with Ellie’s tailored workshops, available as an online kit or guided in-person session.

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Webinar: Sustainability Communication

Learn the key fundamentals of sustainability communication, including EU directives, do’s and don’ts, and practical examples to avoid greenwashing.

 
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Training : Introduction to Textiles

Build a solid foundation in textile essentials – materials, production chains, legislation, and sustainability. Ideal for newcomers and cross-functional teams.

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If you are already a member, read the following page to dicover to how to get the most of your membership!