The Science Based Fashion Talks, organised in collaboration with SPIN360 (a company specialising in innovation and sustainability in the world of fashion and luxury), offer a rich agenda of inclusive and culturally elevated meetings and debates on science, innovation and the market, of industrial interest. The appointments will be a moment to explore five topics that are central to the future, with the involvement of international speakers from the world of science, international institutions, brands and companies in the sector.
LEM 3, Ponte dei Mari, in front of Pavilion 11
25/02 FIRST DAY
11.00am>1.00pm
NATURAL (MATERIALS) COMMUNITIES
This session explores the transformative potential of renewable natural materials like cotton, wool, mohair, and silk in the industry. We will touch on how these materials not only support sustainability and decarbonization but also inspire the idea of natural communities of growers, producers, and innovators united by a shared vision for the future.
2.00pm>4.00pm
DURABILITY & ECODESIGN IN FASHION
How can the luxury industry define and quantify product durability to set new sustainability standards? What will upcoming PEFCR (Product Environmental Footprint Category Rules) and ESPR (Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation) mean for the industry? This session delves into Durability and Ecodesign, presenting a potential unified approach for future improvements.
26/02 SECOND DAY
11.00am>1.00pm
REGENERATIVE PRACTICES AND FASHION REGENERATION
What role do regenerative practices play in shaping the future (of the luxury industry)? This session will share insights on the transformative potential of regeneration, from soil health and biodiversity to the impact on design and supply chain. A discussion on how adopting regenerative approaches can restore ecosystems, inspire innovation, and redefine sustainability strategies in the industry.
2.00pm>4.00pm
LEATHER: INNOVATION AND IMPACT REDUCTION
How can the leather industry effectively reduce its environmental footprint while advancing decarbonization efforts? This session brings together industry experts to discuss innovative practices, sustainable sourcing, and advancements in processing methods that lower emissions. Explore strategies that align leather production with global sustainability and climate goals.
27/02 THIRD DAY
9.30am>10.30am
GUIDANCE FOR DOWNSTREAM LEATHER BUYERS: IMPLEMENTING AND ASSESSING DEFORESTATION AND CONVERSION FREE SUPPLY CHAINS IN THE BRAZILIAN AMAZON AND CERRADO
In this session, panelists will discuss the importance of collaborative efforts between sectors and collective action among stakeholders to implement deforestation and conversion-free supply chains. The event will explore how leather buyers can leverage approaches that have already been developed and are currently in use by food companies and retailers, to communicate their commitments and track supplier progress towards sustainable supply chains, building synergies with those sectors.
11.00am>1.00pm
DATA SHARING AND VALUE CHAIN COLLABORATION
This session will explore the importance of data sharing and value chain collaboration, with insights on the benefits of traceability, transparency and cooperation. The discussion will also address key compliance considerations, focusing on the legal aspects of data exchange and the frameworks businesses must navigate to ensure secure and responsible collaboration.
