The FTAL Conference is an annual event promoted by the Swiss Association of Schools of Engineering, Architecture, and Life Sciences (FTAL). This edition focused on the topic of the circular economy, essential for reducing environmental impacts and building a more sustainable future.

The awarded paper presents the results of a study conducted in collaboration with the company Blumine, for which the research team had previously performed a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) on a chemical recycling technology for cotton containing elastane, a synthetic fiber. This work was part of a broader project aimed at evaluating the impact and benefits of recycling industrial textile waste (pre-consumer) in the North African region, where numerous suppliers for European fashion brands operate.

The study, also developed as part of a Master of Science in Engineering thesis, highlights the potential of advanced recycling technologies in promoting circular economy models in the fashion sector. The awarded publication summarizes the findings of this research, showcasing opportunities to enhance the sustainability of the textile supply chain.