Microplastics in outdoor textiles: Round table informs. In German language
- Microplastics have a negative impact on lake ecosystems and their biodiversity
- Outdoor textiles are a factor: they release the small plastic particles into the environment
- Global Nature Fund discusses possibilities to reduce microplastic pollution within the framework of the EU project LIFE Blue Lakes
Interested parties can now register for the round table “Microplastics in Outdoor Textiles”:
When? Friday, 21 October 2022, 09:00 – 11:00 hrs
Where? Online via ZOOM
The event will focus on practical examples and recommendations for action for companies looking for solutions to the microplastics problem in the textile sector. Participation is free of charge. You will receive the dial-in link by e-mail after registration. Please send an informal registration by e-mail to Leonie Boddenberg: boddenberg@globalnature.org.
Programme
09:00 Welcome and introduction: Udo Gattenlöhner, Global Nature Fund
Fact Sheet Leonie Boddenberg, Global Nature Fund
Microplastics and the textile industry: A brief overview Bettina Faust, Global Nature Fund
09:20 Technical papers – Short highlights (each approx. 5 – 7′)
Marie Luisa Roos, Salewa Germany (Oberalp Group)
Robert Klauer, Vaude GmbH & Co. KG
Gerd Bittl-Fröhlich, Sportsella
Nicole Hühn, Sympatex Technology GmbH
Oliver Spies, Langbrett GmbH
Lena Hoffmann, bleed clothing GmbH
10:20 Exchange, discussion, conclusion, next steps: All
Summary and outlook: Global Nature Fund
ca. 11:00 End of the event
Background
Microplastics have a negative impact on lake ecosystems and their biodiversity. For this reason, Global Nature Fund and Lake Constance Foundation, in cooperation with the Chiemsee Nature Guides and five Italian partner organisations, have launched the EU-LIFE project “Blue Lakes”. In addition to an information campaign for consumers and the development of efficient filter technologies in wastewater treatment plants as well as a standard protocol for sampling and analysing microplastic residues, dialogue with companies is part of the project.
Contact
Global Nature Fund (GNF)Internationale Stiftung für Umwelt und NaturUdo Gattenlöhner, GeschäftsführerFritz-Reichle-Ring 478315 Radolfzell, DeutschlandTelefon +49 7732 9995 80Email: gattenloehner@globalnature.orgWebseite: https://www.globalnature.org/