Untangling sustainability in the apparel industry - Libby Sommer

Written By Christopher Hughes

In this episode I am joined by Libby Sommer, independent consultant working on sustainability in the apparel industry. 

Libby and I discuss:

  • Libby’s background and early career

  • Her work on sustainability and life cycle assessments in the apparel industry

  • Working with start-ups

  • Drivers of innovation

  • How sustainability focus areas have evolved over the years

  • The environmental and human costs of textile waste

  • Biodegradation and recycling of textiles

  • Reducing and mitigating environmental emissions

  • The Association for the Advancement of Alternatives Assessment (A4)

  • A4’s links with SETAC and the Safe and Sustainable by Design (SSbD) initiative

Libby’s website: Libby Sommer

Biomimicry Institute Design4Transformation initiative: Resources

Association for the Advancement of Alternatives Assessment (A4) website: Home — Safer Alternatives

Christopher Hughes
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