Asian Dialogues Series: Addressing Textile Waste in Rivers

Explore groundbreaking AI technology designed to clean up rivers, as well as what is needed to prevent textile pollution, in this Moving the Needle seminar summary and recording—part of the Asian Dialogue Series. First published on Asia Garment Hub in April 2024.
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Seminar summary

As water challenges grow around the world due to fast fashion’s ongoing pressures, the industry faces a variety of water-related risks, from a micro to a macro level. Scroll through the slide deck below to find out more.

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Recording timings

00:02 to 00:32: Introduction by host.

02:03 to 22:01: Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals (ZDHC) - overview, impact of hazardous chemicals, initiatives and future projects.

22:01 to 47:01: Everwave - Use of AI for river clean-ups, partnerships and collaboration - achievements in Cambodia.

47:01 to 60:32:  REMADE IN CAMBODIA - initiatives highlighting local Cambodian designers.

60:32 to 72:56: Panel discussion and Q&A - waterless dyeing, microfibre shedding, expansion to other South Asian countries.

72:56 to 74:00: Closing remarks.



About the Asian Dialogue Series

The Asian Dialogues on Sustainability in the Textile and Garment Industry series was initiated to foster collaboration and strengthen regional knowledge exchange for greater social, environmental and economic sustainability in the sector. Launched in 2015, the series aims to cultivate regional, sector-specific dialogue and promote cooperation between actors from across the supply chain.

About Asia Garment Hub

The Asia Garment Hub is a digital one-stop shop tailored to the garment and textiles sector in Asia, viewed through a lens of decent work and sustainability. Founded by ILO and GIZ, the Hub brings high-quality resources from leading industry organisations and respected voices, bringing together manufacturers, brands, worker and employer organisations, civil society, and multi-stakeholder initiatives.

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