The Future is Circular
Welcome to the ECONYL® brand podcast, where we explore innovative and sustainable solutions for businesses. In each episode, we feature experts and thought leaders discussing the latest trends in sustainability, circular economy, and regenerative design. Our goal is to help companies of all sizes reduce their environmental impact and embrace social responsibility by adopting new sustainable practices and using recycled and conscious materials. Whether you're a start-up or global brand, you'll find valuable insights to drive change and reduce your impact on the planet.
Episodes
What if nature held the answers to our toughest design challenges? In this episode, we dive into biomimicry with Dr. Dayna Baumeister, co-founder of Biomimicry 3.8 and one of the world’s leading experts in the field. She shares how innovators are turning to nature’s 3.8 billion years of R&D to inspire sustainable, cutting-edge solutions across industries.
Whether you're interested in sustainable design and technology, regene...
Can business help restore nature, and thrive doing it? As ecosystem services decline, industries are already losing $5 trillion annually. But there's a $10 trillion opportunity ahead. In this episode, we speak with Davide Briganti, Senior Communication & Biodiversity Strategist at 3Bee and XNatura, about how companies can play a leading role in ecosystem restoration through science-backed strategies and tech-driven innovation.
...The fashion industry is responsible for around 10% of global carbon emissions – more than aviation and shipping combined. But change is on the horizon.
In this new episode of "The Future is Circular," we sit down with Katrin Ley, Managing Director at Fashion for Good, to unpack how the organization is uniting brands, innovators, and manufacturers to spark real transformation in the industry.
From accelerating next-gen mat...
Aquaculture faces growing criticism over its role in marine pollution, especially from discarded fishing nets. In this episode, Koen Van Goethem, Chairman of CEN/TC 466 at the European Commission and CEO of I-Coats NV, joins us to explore the EU’s response, highlight key industry innovations, and discuss what it takes to create a more conscious sector.
Every year, the EU generates 12.6 million tonnes of textile waste – most of which isn’t properly collected and ends up in landfills. How should we handle this waste? With new rules under the EU Waste Framework Directive, producers now bear full responsibility for their products’ lifecycle. Join us as we unpack these changes with Dr. Wolfgang Trunk, Team Leader in Circular Economy at the European Commission.
The Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation is revolutionizing product manufacturing, introducing a new approach that emphasizes creating with reuse in mind. But what does this mean for industries and consumers? In this episode, Carsten Wentink, Policy Officer at DG Environment at the European Commission and a key player in implementing the Regulation, shares exclusive insights on its progress and what industries should expec...
Inclusivity and environmental responsibility in design might seem like separate issues, but they can coexist to drive remarkable innovation. In today’s episode, we explore this cutting-edge intersection with Julie Gauthier, Practice Leader, Workplace Interiors, and Associate Principal at Perkins&Will, and Dr. Kati Peditto, Director of Human Experience Research at Perkins&Will, who is leading the firm’s efforts on Neuro-Incl...
In this episode, Kay Sargent, Senior Principal and Director of Thought Leadership, Interiors at HOK, will guide us through the foundational principles and different shades of a discipline that has become increasingly vital: inclusive design.
How can we transition to more socially responsible design projects? Let's hear it directly from her.
Ever questioned if style and environmental consciousness can coexist harmoniously? Then it’s time to listen to Ludovica Gualtieri, owner and designer of Ludovica Gualtieri Milano – a fashion venture committed to a mindful approach to environmental impact. Through collaborations with organizations such as Healthy Seas and the use of materials like ECONYL® nylon, she creates beautiful and responsible fashion collections.
In this episode, we’ll be taking you into the issue of microplastics. What are they? Why are they so dangerous? Is science making any progress in tackling the problem? Thanks to Tiziano Battistini, Research Development and Innovation Coordinator at Aquafil, we will discover an innovative universal method for the determination of microplastics released from the textile sector.
Episode 8 explores AI's role in enhancing governance and social responsibility, featuring Pasquale Borriello, CEO of Arkage, a post-digital agency. We talk about how AI transcends efficiency to become a force for positive change, promoting corporate sustainability and responsibility.
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