Webinar - Microfibres in the Fashion Industry
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Synthetic textiles are estimated to contribute 16-35% of the microplastics released into oceans annually. The concerning rise of microfibers, driven by their non-degradable nature and their accumulation in the human body, has garnered significant attention.
Governments worldwide have recognized the urgency of this emerging environmental issue, leading to the implementation of stringent regulations aimed at combating it.
Join our technical expert Dr Pratik Ichhaporia for this exclusive American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) member webinar as he shares vital insights on:
- The impact of microplastics pollution
- The key regulations and standards
- Strategies to tackle the microplastics pollution
About the speakers
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Speaker: Dr Pratik Ichhaporia Vice President - Technical Services, Consumer Product Testing North America, Eurofins | MTS Pratik has over 15 years of experience in the TIC (Testing, Inspection and Certification) industry and is an active member of ASTM Committee D13 on Textiles and F15 on Consumer Products. In his position, he provides counsel to clients for creating efficient product safety & compliance programs based on industry best practices along with evolving the legislative & regulatory landscape. |
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Moderator: Nate Herman Senior Vice President, Policy, AAFA Nate Herman oversees AAFA’s Policy department, managing the association’s lobbying, policy, and regulatory affairs activities. Nate leads AAFA’s corporate social responsibility (CSR) program, formulating and implementing CSR policy and representing AAFA and the industry on CSR issues before governments, NGOs, and other key stakeholders. |
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