Following the European elections last June, a newly elected European Parliament and new Commissioners will soon take office, setting the stage for fresh political dynamics, shifting majorities, and revised priorities. The release of the Draghi report has introduced a new buzzword in EU discussions: competitiveness. This raises a critical question—will the focus on competitiveness hinder the EU’s ability to meet the ambitious goals of the Green Deal?

This presentation will assess the evolving political landscape and examine the potential impacts on the nonwoven industry.

In this session, we will explore the intricate landscape of corporate sustainability and social responsibility within the nonwovens industry, focusing on the challenges posed by the European Union’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD). Understanding these legislations' current status and significance is crucial for industry stakeholders.

We will delve into best practices for assessing double materiality and examine how third-party platforms are evolving their requirements to align with these regulatory changes.

Join us to gain insights on navigating these complex frameworks and discuss strategic approaches in the nonwovens sector

This session focuses on how to measure your sustainability performance. We will delve into the critical topic of ensuring the credibility of sustainability performance and addressing any potential lack of trust.

We will explore whether companies have sufficient resources to measure their sustainability impact accurately and how we can support them, including options like LCA software.

Additionally, we will discuss strategies to improve the measurement of sustainability performance. We will also tackle the ambitious goal of reaching net zero by 2050, examining feasibility and highlighting EDANA actions to attain this goal.

In this session, we will investigate the advancements in durable nonwovens for sustainable solutions. We will highlight the innovative technologies and materials driving nonwovens' future, enhancing their durability and sustainability. Participants will gain insights into the latest developments and best practices for integrating durable nonwovens into various applications, emphasizing their role in sustainable infrastructure and environmental protection. By the end of this session, attendees will have a comprehensive understanding of how these advancements can be leveraged to promote sustainability in both current and future projects.

Making trustworthy environmental claims necessitates clarity, transparency, and comprehensibility. This session will examine the tools available to measure and communicate the sustainability profile of nonwoven materials and products. It will review the status of the Green Claims Directive and how the Product Environmental Footprint (PEF) aligns with its requirements.

The discussion will highlight best practices, outlining the dos and don’ts of making green claims, and will evaluate whether eco-labels serve as practical tools for the industry in substantiating their claims. 

This session aims to provide comprehensive insights into the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for achieving sustainability in the medical nonwovens industry. It will explore the evolving landscape of the medical nonwovens industry and its journey towards fitting into a circular economy.

We will examine the latest updates on the EU’s Waste Framework Directive and its implications for the medical nonwovens sector. The discussion will explore the viability of business models for recycling medical nonwovens and how EDANA is spearheading initiatives in this area. Additionally, we will address the primary challenges hospitals face in managing waste effectively.