The Future of Fashion Technology – UTS 24 August

To bring the current over-production and over-consumption of clothing back to within planetary boundaries, some studies estimate that a 75 - 90% reduction in primary material consumption is required.

While most approaches to reducing waste in fashion have been directed to recycling and upcycling, a reactive response, what proactive approaches to design can be utilised from the outset?  

This showcase presents research being undertaken at UTS into disruptive and innovative textile technologies, and speculative product-service systems in fashion. Central to this activity is the work of the Centre of Excellence in Sustainable Fashion & Textiles, which aims to lead the transition of the Australian fashion sector towards Industry 4.0 through integrating cutting-edge technology alongside sustainability best-practice. The Centre’s team will also detail partnership opportunities for their timely and critical research projects.  

About the Industry Breakfasts Series:

This monthly event series invites industry and community organisations to learn more about the research expertise at the UTS Faculty of Design, Architecture and Building and the exciting collaborative opportunities that exist.

Our researchers will showcase innovative approaches to pressing issues like urban resilience, sustainability in fashion, design for social inclusion, Industry 4.0 and the circular economy.