Responsibility, Innovation, and Collaboration: New Opportunities for Driving Sustainability in the Home Textile Industry
With the increasing environmental challenges and the growing need for sustainable development, the textile industry is actively exploring innovative solutions to promote a more environmentally aware and socially responsible way of living. This forum will focus on the integration of innovation and sustainable living, bringing together different industry perspectives to discuss how business strategies, social responsibility, research and development, and cross-sector collaboration can drive greater interaction and cooperation within the industry. The forum aims to open up new opportunities for the green transformation of the home textile industry, helping to create smarter, greener home living solutions and supporting the industry's overall sustainable development.
​​​
Date: 21 Aug 2025
Time: 14:00-16:30
Venue: 6.1H Intertextile Talks, National Exhibition & Convention Center (NECC), Shanghai, China
​
Speakers and Panelist​
Richard BRUBAKER, Managing Director of Collective Responsibility, Adjunct Professor of Asian Institute of Technology
Topic: Doing More with Less: Sustainability & Leadership for Home Textile Brands
Cinzia GREMMO, CEO, Italtex Srl
Topic: Sustainable, Natural Fibres and Dyes for Home Textiles and Apparel – the Essentials for Well-being and Harmony
​​
Karen DU, Founder of On the RISE, Founder of 2good
Topic: Decoding the Sustainable Consumer: Sustainable Growth Opportunities and Truths in Home Textiles
​
Wei ZHENG, Director, Research Institute of Superior Softness Technology (RISST), Luolai Lifestyle Technology Co.,Ltd
​​
Moderator
Guoxiang Yuan​
