Fostering Sustainable and Circular Practices in the Industry.
On June 13th, R4MILANOECOSYSTEM, a new multi-stakeholder digital platform, was launched with the goal of bringing businesses and citizens closer to sustainable and circular practices in the fashion and design sectors.
The platform, part of the MUSA project, provides concrete tools to address environmental challenges and adopt innovative solutions. Among its key features is an innovative database that compiles sustainable and circular textile materials and processes, facilitating the adoption of responsible practices. The database is organized by fiber type, application, and sustainability criteria, offering companies a practical tool to guide their ethical choices.
Camilla Carrara, research fellow at Bocconi University, highlighted the importance of transparency and traceability in the textile sector, stating that the database represents “a fundamental step forward in fostering integrated sustainability, embracing the entire product lifecycle, from production to recycling.” (See also the video interview with Camilla Carrara).
To date, the companies that have joined the project include ACM Dettagli di Moda, Albini Group, Alcantara S.p.A., Amadeu Materials, Berto Industria Tessile, Botto Giuseppe e Figli SPA, Brunello Spa, Candiani SpA, Cervotessile Spa – Gaspare Sironi Spa, Citribel, COEX Srl, Conceria Nuvolari Società Benefit Srl, Cotonificio Olcese Ferrari Spa, Desserto Europe SRL, Directa Plus S.p.A., Ditta Giovanni Lanfranchi S.p.A. – Lampo®️, Fili Pari, Flocus, IMBOTEX SRL, Indorama Ventures, Innuance Srl, Lanificio Bottoli, Lanificio Zignone SPA, Linificio e Canapificio Nazionale S.r.l. Società Benefit, Manteco SpA, NILIT (Nilitalia European Office), Officina+39 Srl, Opera Campi Srl, Pinori Filati Spa, Polybion, Ponda, Prodotti Alfa SRL, RadiciGroup, Sylfib Srl – Società Benefit, Tessitura Colombo Antonio Srl, Thermore S.p.A. (Thermore Group), Vérabuccia®, YKK ITALIA S.P.A.
Companies in the sector can apply and actively participate in the project by contributing information on the materials and processes they present to the market.
Business involvement is crucial to building a network of knowledge and collaboration that promotes the adoption of sustainable and transparent practices, thereby strengthening corporate social and environmental responsibility.
