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In this newsletter, complementary views on inclusiveness, biosourced fibers and training in parallel with our various activities Shemakes Club, HEREWEAR and our Erasmus projects. And always innovation, a zoom on architecture as inspiration (and accomplice) in the fight against global warming, after a record summer (16.77° C on average in July-August 2023) and meetings not to be missed. Enjoy reading.
The editorial team
INCLUSIVITY
Implement a business inclusiveness model?
An ILO report confirms that this inclusive policy promotes business resilience, because it supports the development of relationships with the different subgroups that make it up and with the environment in which it is located.
Download the ILO report Transforming businesses through diversity and inclusion
INCLUSIVITY
The Glass Cliff since 2005 describes the propensity of companies to have greater recourse to women in times of crisis, both for good reasons – the probability that they will be more innovative by engaging in collective momentum – but also for less good reasons – a probability of failure which will constitute a turning point in their career. This double or quits attitude testifies to the path that must be taken towards real inclusiveness. Read the article Women leaders and the glass cliff
BIOFIBERS
Tripling of Miscanthus production areas in France in less than 10 years
This perennial, rhizome grass grows without water and without pesticides. It lasts 20 years and makes it possible to obtain around 15 tonnes of very dry biomass per hectare (only 15% water and naturally absorbent). It is mainly used to supply multi-grind boilers, animal feed or horticultural mulching, and secondarily to develop bioplastics.
TRAINING
Three projects fall within the Erasmus framework: Shoedes, TexRev and Vetrine
These three projects (textile and accessories sectors) have in common to develop training to accelerate the sharing of skills on the transition towards circular, viable production systems that respect the women and men who work in these sectors. Discover the Cedecs-TCBL projects
INNOVATIONS
NUW, the newcomer to the circulation of already worn or unsold clothing
The principle consists of earning a virtual nuw coin (silver or gold) for the clothes posted on the site, and using them for new clothes. The only monetary transaction is that of the platform's fixed fee (99 cents) and delivery by downloading the automated labels from the application. For those who wish to continue changing their wardrobe while respecting the planet, the company estimates that this system saves 25% of its carbon footprint. Launched in 2021, the platform indicates that 36,000 items of clothing have been exchanged out of a base of 50,000 available.
Nex.R, the new virtual mannequin solution
This solution allows you to recreate an avatar that can be used in the world of sport, textiles and health. For textiles, it combines 3D scanning, motion capture, the measuring booth and the phone application. Read more
In New York, Fashion Week highlights the extended life of clothes
Thus, flagship brands are launching the possibility of selling pieces from previous seasons and also, like Diane von Furstenberg, relaunching the production of vintage pieces (#MissedConnections) or, like Ulla Johnson, labeling potentially timeless pieces (#FutureHeirLooms). This trend reflects the reversal of business models to reduce the production of clothing as leanly as possible (avoid waste), promote sustainable parts (extend the lifespan) while continuing to circulate available parts (on sites like ThredUp or Archive).
The reversible Climfeet sole from SoleCooler cools or warms
This sole has two different sides. Under the simple mechanical pressure of the feet in the shoe, one side of this sole facilitates the evacuation of hot air (and provides a feeling of freshness) and the other side provides the opposite comfort. The temperature difference displayed is + or – 4°C of comfort.
INSPIRATIONS
During periods of extreme heat, labor productivity drops
The ILO report on a century of analysis between heat stress and productivity around the world concludes that labor productivity drops on average by 50% above 33°C. The sectors particularly affected are construction and agriculture, a sector where women are over-represented and face risks of excess mortality. The published study does not offer specific data on the textile sector, but one can imagine that working conditions in classic textile mega-factories could have the same consequences. Certainly an invitation to think about our working conditions, while the planet is warming up for a long time. Download the publication
In California, Yvon Chouinard (Patagonia) built his prototype house using local materials:
Wooden structure and bale filling (from residues of rice straw, wheat, hops). The use of locally available materials (and adapted to their environment) has for over 50 years been recognized as carbon-efficient and sustainable. Download the publication
To date, the estimate is that 5% of annual wheat production in the US could be enough to build around 1 million “family” houses (190 square meters). Read more
MODU, a collective of architects and designers who since 2012 have been rethinking the way of inhabiting with regard to social manufacturing and environmental respect
This type of approach in the construction sector constitutes a strong source of inspiration for all sectors seeking a radical transformation of their social and environmental impact, such as textiles.
The Climate Fresk
Companies are taking advantage of this fun tool which allows them to take ownership of the issues of climate change. To date, 1.2 million people have participated in a workshop, including 15% abroad (through its translation into 49 languages). This fresco made it possible to reinvent a whole series of knowledge games.
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RENDEZ-VOUS
Back to School Shemakes Club
Don't miss this meeting on October 2 focused on our partnership with the Ethical Fashion Triathlon and the pre-entry of the Fabricademy session
Refashion Day 2023
Are you motivated by extending the life cycle of your textiles and shoes? Register for this day of October 10.
Social Cup 2023-2024
For more than 10 years, makesense has enabled entrepreneurs aged 18-30 to engage in concrete actions in the service of desirable futures by supporting them in their entrepreneurial and civic ventures.
38th International Fashion, Photography and Accessories Festival - Hyères
from October 12 to 15, 2023
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