Borås Textile Days

13:00–14:00 What kind of sustainable future do Europeans want?
What kind of sustainable future do Europeans want? And what do they believe is possible? Explore the survey on how consumers in Europe think, and be inspired by how we can work with sustainable consumption as part of innovation efforts.
 
14:00–15:00 Guided tours of the Textile School’s unique lab environments
Welcome to no less than three guided tours in the unique laboratory environments at The Swedish School of Textiles! Learn about their work with the entire textile process in a full-scale setting, and the opportunities for companies and organisations wishing to conduct tests or collaborate with the university.

Theme 1: Advanced Textile Structures 
Theme 2: Design 
Theme 3: Fibres, Testing, and Recycling 

14:15–15:00 Digital Product Passports for Profitable Circularity (in Swedish)
A presentation of key success factors for implementing Digital Product Passports – and how they can be used to generate new revenue streams and support more sustainable consumer behaviour. You get learnings from recent development and training projects, and an opportunity to join the initiative Data to Business.
 
14:15–15:00 How Do We Stitch Together a Functional Extended Producer Responsibility for Textiles? (in Swedish)
Sweden – like many other EU countries – is caught between municipal responsibility for textile waste collection and an upcoming extended producer responsibility (EPR) system, the framework of which is still uncertain. This seminar, hosted by the government assignment at the University of Borås, brings together key stakeholders working to shape an economically and environmentally sustainable EPR model for Sweden.

Stay updated on the latest developments in textile waste collection, material circulation, and extended producer responsibility, and prepare yourself and your company for textile EPR together with us!

15:20–15:40 Guided Tour in Smart Textiles Showroom (in Swedish)
Are you interested in the textile innovations of the future? Welcome to book a ticket to a guided tour at Smart Textiles Showroom.
 
15:45–16:15 TEX-Brein – importance of European collaboration
Why is European collaboration important for the textile industry, and what can TEX-Brein contribute?

15:45–16:30 From Socks to Steel – Textile Waste as a Raw Material for the Steel Industry (in Swedish)
What do we do with our old socks? Find out in the project “Lump becomes biochar for the steel industry,” which combines technological development and policies supporting circular material flows between municipalities, the textile industry, and the steel industry.

15:45–16:45 Panel discussion: AI as a driver for the future textile industry
How can artificial intelligence become a key to a more sustainable, efficient, and competitive textile industry? This discussion brings together different perspectives on TexAI – a unique eight-year research initiative that combines textiles and AI with the ambition to transform the entire value chain. 

16:15–17:00 Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) from a European Perspective (in Swedish)
The EU is about to introduce producer responsibility for textiles. How do different textile clusters and business think about it? Where is consensus and what conditions differentiate regions in Europe? 

09:45–10:05 Blue Innovation – Algae as a Fossil-Free and Renewable Dye for the Textile Industry (in Swedish)
Dyeing is one of the most environmentally impactful stages in the textile value chain. Algae have been proposed as a substitute material. Algae are organisms that photosynthesize, meaning they have built-in mechanisms to interact with light. We discuss what is feasible from an industrial perspective.
 
09:45–10:30 War, Tariffs, and Trump – What the Global Situation Means for the Textile Industry (in Swedish)
Daniel Ekwall, Professor of Textile Management and Visiting Professor at the Swedish Defence University, looks ahead and offers advice to the textile industry in times of global uncertainty.
 
09:45–10:30, 10:45–11:30 From Vision to Reality: Automation & Circularity in Next-Generation Textile Production (in Swedish)
Welcome to a “morning session” where theory, practice, and new technology come together in the circular transition! Gain insights on automation and digital solutions as well as practical tips for circular transformation. 

11:00–11:45 Project Dress Code – About Workwear, Rural Areas, and Perceptions of Higher Education (in Swedish)
Could the design of protective clothing be a reason steel plants struggle to attract new employees? “Project Dress Code – for a more attractive industry,” funded by Vinnova, explored the role of workwear in Sweden’s steel industry.

What began as a focus on garments soon expanded to larger and more existential questions – about the relationship between urban and rural areas, young people’s view of higher education, and what defines a meaningful life.
 
11:15–12:00 Is the Swedish School of Textiles Meeting Industry Needs in Sustainability and Circularity (in Swedish)
For those who want to understand how to best make use of recent graduates’ skills – and learn what you can expect from them. We are pleased to present a panel discussion linking the Main Stage at Borås Textile Days with DoTank Stockholm, Science Park Borås’ “branch” in the capital, on a timely and important topic.
 
11:30–12:00 Guided Tour in the DoTank Center (in Swedish)
Join a guided tour of the DoTank Center and discover prototypes, innovations, and how the space can support your business in the textile and fashion industry.
 
13:00–13:45 Shrinking Population, Collapsing Consumption (in Swedish)
A radical demographic shift is approaching. For the past 700 years, the global population has steadily grown – a foundation that today’s economy and welfare systems rely on. But what happens when this growth halts or reverses? Our current economy, based on each generation consuming more than the last, will need to be completely reimagined.

13:00–13:45 AI as an Enabler of a Stronger Design Process (in Swedish)
AI is revolutionizing the creative sector – from textiles to architecture and film. In the RE:CREATE project, we explore how technology can unleash creativity, renew design processes, and strengthen collaboration between industry, academia, and the public sector. How can AI support future design work, open up new collaborations, and deepen understanding of needs? Welcome to a conversation on how we can shape the next step in the creative sector’s transformation together. 
 
14:15–15:45 Small Particles, Big Consequences – Learn, Discover, and Act!
Textiles, especially synthetic materials like polyester and acrylic, are one of the largest sources of microplastics in our oceans and lakes. These tiny plastic fibers are invisible to the eye but have a huge impact on the environment and health. Welcome to an interactive seminar focusing on textiles. Through lectures, practical exercises, and group discussions, you will learn where microplastics come from, how the textile industry contributes — and what we as consumers, producers, and societal actors can do about it.
 
15:00–15:45 From Fast Fashion Consumer to Passionate Circulent? (in Swedish)
From fast fashion consumer to passionate circulent. F/activists share their ongoing “conscious consumer journey” after months in the f/ACT movement and how it has influenced both their private and professional lives.
 
15:20–15:40 Guided Tour in Smart Textiles Showroom (in Swedish)
Are you interested in the textile innovations of the future? Welcome to book a ticket to a guided tour at Smart Textiles Showroom.
 
15:45–16:30 Can you reach young adults with sustainability messages on social media? (in Swedish)
How do young adults actually perceive sustainability communication on social media, and what sparks their interest? In the Remore project, we have tested what works and what falls flat. It’s less about perfect messages and more about authenticity, the right tone, and who says what. Welcome to a seminar where we share insights, examples, and lessons learned on how more sustainable lifestyles can be encouraged.