INDA Showcases Sustainability Advancements in Nonwovens and Manufacturing
International Fiber Journal Releases Special Issue Focused on Sustainable Innovations
Cary, NC, September 11, 2024 – INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry, is proud to announce the release of the International Fiber Journal’s (IFJ) special sustainability issue dedicated to nonwovens. This special edition, which was sponsored by INDA, is a key piece of the association’s 2024 strategic sustainability initiative, launched at the beginning of 2024 in response to feedback that sustainability remains one of the nonwovens industry’s highest priorities.
The IFJ special issue features exclusive content from industry leaders, including Kimberly-Clark Corporation, Glatfelter, Lenzing Fibers, NatureWorks LLC, Hollingsworth & Vose, MANN+HUMMEL, Nexus Circular, Henkel Corporation, and INDA. This edition explores key sustainability topics, structured around three core pillars vital to the industry’s future: Responsible Sourcing, Innovations in Sustainability, and End-of-Life Solutions. Featured topics include:
- Environmentally sustainable nonwoven materials
- Circularity in single-use plastics
- Potential of post-consumer recycled (PCR) materials in nonwovens
- Navigating regulatory challenges
- Advances in bio-based nonwovens
- The role of plastics and polymers in sustainability
- And much more
“This special issue of the International Fiber Journal is a vital part of our multi-faceted sustainability initiative aimed at providing new and enhanced offerings to INDA members and the nonwovens industry. We are excited to see the industry come together to share insights on the sustainability challenges we face,” said Tony Fragnito, President of INDA.
“Our members and the broader industry are leading the charge in reducing waste and conserving natural resources. This special IFJ issue highlights innovative solutions that emphasize recycling, reuse, and reduction of nonwoven products and materials, ensuring a more sustainable future for our planet,” said Jessica Franken, INDA Sustainability Consultant.
“The special issue of the IFJ focused solely on sustainability and circularity in the nonwovens sector is a marker in time detailing current progress, potential challenges to overcome, and future aspirations of the industry,” says Caryn Smith, IFJ Chief Content Officer and Publisher. “We are pleased to collaborate with INDA on this pivotal tool designed to drive change through an exchange of views. Our coverage of this topic will continue, as innovations and trends continue to develop. This edition of IFJ is available online and will also be available in print at the INDA Booth at the IDEA Show in May 2025.”
The special sustainability issue can be accessed here: https://bit.ly/IFJIssue7
To learn more about INDA’s sustainability efforts, visit: https://www.inda.org/issues-advocacy/sustainability-resources/
About INDA
INDA, Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry, serves hundreds of member companies in the nonwovens / engineered fabrics industry doing business globally. Since 1968, INDA networking events have helped members connect, innovate and develop their businesses. INDA educational courses, market data, test methods, consultancy and issue advocacy help members succeed by providing them the information they need to better plan and execute their business strategies. INDA Media is the business-to-business publishing arm of INDA and publisher of International Fiber Journal and International Filtration News, which reach a vast network of professionals who employ fibers, filaments, and filtration systems to optimize their application environments. For more information, visit www.inda.org
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