Material flow analysis of the non-clothing textiles economy in the UK
This proposal targets the overlooked segment of non-clothing textiles in global research, with a focus on material flows. Despite apparel constituting most consumer textiles in the UK and Europe, it is noteworthy that other consumer textile categories, such as household textiles, and textiles in other sectors like hospitality, medicine, and automotive industries, remain pivotal to our society and economy. The absence of standardised definitions and data on non-clothing textile flows hinders the effective implementation of reuse and recycling strategies. This proposal seeks to bridge this gap by identifying, defining, quantifying and analysing the flows of non-clothing textile streams in the UK.
Project lead: Lauren Junestrand
Job title: Innovation and Sustainability Network Manager
Organisation: UK Fashion & Textile Association
Additional partners:
- Professor Phil Purnell - Professor of Materials and Structures in the School of Civil Engineering (University of Leeds)
Project timeline: 1st September 2024 - 28th February 2025
Duration: 6 months