Apparel Impact Institute

Our newest report, “Low-Carbon Thermal Energy Roadmap for the Textile Industry” (authored by Global Efficiency Intelligence), is now live. Building on “Low-Carbon Thermal Technologies for the Textile Industry” - which was released last fall, this report takes a deep dive into the numbers and maps out a strategic pathway for transitioning textile manufacturing away from fossil fuels in five key countries: China, India, Vietnam, Bangladesh, and Indonesia. This is more than a report; it’s a roadmap for action across the near, medium, and long term to achieve industry-wide electrification. Explore the opportunities and how you - whether you're a brand, manufacturer, philanthropy, financial institution, or other stakeholder - can help accelerate this transition. https://lnkd.in/gycw9ryP #report #sustainability #electrification #sustainableapparel #decarbonization

On February 25, Aii and several luxury brands co-organized "Clean by Design - Experiences and Opportunities for Tannery Decarbonization" at the Lineapelle Fair in Milan. The event brought together tanneries, brands, associations, and solution providers to explore how improving energy and water efficiency can drive sustainability in leather manufacturing. Key Insights: 🌐Simple projects with low to mid investments can significantly reduce energy use, costs, and CO₂ emissions. 🌐Participating tanneries are now moving into the implementation phase, applying these insights to real-world operations. 🌐This foundational work sets the stage for best practices, innovative solutions, and financial opportunities to scale decarbonization across the industry. Collaboration is key to accelerating impact, and we look forward to continuing these conversations and driving real progress in sustainable leather manufacturing. A huge thank you to Roberto Fabbi and the Leyton team, our implementation partner for the program, and to all who attended and contributed! #Decarbonization #FashionInnovation #LineapelleFair

Recently, members of the Aii team sat down with our partners at lululemon to align on strategic priorities and planning for 2025 and beyond. These deep dives with our Fashion Climate Fund lead partners ensure that Aii’s Climate Solutions Portfolio of programs and sustainable finance strategies are driving positive impact in their individual supply chains and in the industry at large. We’re grateful to the lululemon team for hosting us and for continuing to set an example of what enthusiasm, candor, and strong partnership looks like in this challenging work. #ClimateSolutions #ClimateImpact #StrategicPlanning #SupplyChain #decarbonization

Do you have an innovative solution that can drive real impact in decarbonizing the apparel industry? We’re offering Climate Solutions Portfolio grants ranging from $50K to $250K - apply now! If your solution addresses one or more of these priority areas, we want to hear from you: ✅Reduce process demand for energy ✅Reduce energy losses ✅Eliminate or reduce GHG emissions from heat and electricity generation ✅Cut emissions from natural and synthetic fiber production ✅Minimize waste at every stage of production ✅Maximize circular reuse of fibers, fabrics, or chemicals Don’t miss this opportunity to scale your impact. Learn more and apply at https://lnkd.in/gTsJ_zBr #decarbonization #climatesolutions #apparel #grants #sustainable

When producers secure loans for facility upgrades, interest rates can make or break the investment. That’s where the next option, Guarantee Fees, comes into play. By paying a small insurance fee (around 1% of the loan amount per year for five years) through a middleman (a second financial institution), brands can: ❌ Prioritize projects that deliver the highest Scope 3 emissions reductions ⭕Make loans more appealing to global banks, expanding financing options ❌ Improve loan terms for producers, driving sustainability investments faster This flexible, proven financing structure has worked in other industries - now it’s time to bring benefits to ours! Read the full report for more details on Guarantee Fees, and continue to follow along as we highlight our remaining plays: https://lnkd.in/gy7Eai-q #Sustainablefinance #investment #Climateaction #Apparel

We’re just two weeks away from the launch of our newest report, Low-Carbon Thermal Energy Roadmap for the Textile Industry (authored by Global Efficiency Intelligence). Join us for a deep dive webinar with two sessions to accommodate multiple time zones: ⚡️ March 11, 2025, at 11 a.m. US EDT (4 p.m. Central European Time) ⚡️ March 12, 2025, at 11:30 a.m. China Standard Time (10:30 p.m. Vietnam Time; 9:00 a.m. India Standard Time). Chinese & Vietnamese interpretation available Register: https://lnkd.in/gC7KYqSV #SustainableTextiles #NetZero #Decarbonization #ThermalEnergy #Manufacturing #Global #Webinar

📢 Solution providers: Save the Date! Our Climate Solutions Portfolio grant window opens March 3. Get ready by reviewing our Grant Thesis for more information on our funding priorities, key focus areas, and the challenges we aim to address. You can find all of the application materials at https://lnkd.in/gKi-9pYC. We’re excited to learn about bold, scalable solutions and collaborate with innovators to drive real impact. #ClimateSolutions #GrantFunding #SustainableInnovation #ClimateAction

We are halfway through our play series, and today we are highlighting how brands can unlock better financing for producers with management fees/interest subsidies. Play highlights: ❌ Direct loan contributions not feasible? Brands can still support financing in meaningful ways. ⭕ Covering management costs or subsidizing interest payments helps lower loan rates and improves financial access for producers. ❌ Brands must ensure oversight to guarantee the benefits are passed through effectively. Be sure to keep following along and read the full report for full details. https://lnkd.in/gy7Eai-q #Sustainability #SupplyChain #ClimateAction #Collaboration #Innovation #ImpactInvesting #ESG #Decarbonization

The textile sector is at a crossroads: Electrification is the clearest path to deep CO₂ reductions, but immediate action is needed for future success. What steps can brands and manufacturers take in the near-, mid-, and long-term to implement electrification effectively? On March 11, we’re launching our latest report, Low-Carbon Thermal Energy Roadmap for the Textile Industry (authored by Global Efficiency Intelligence), and hosting a webinar to share key findings. To accommodate multiple time zones, we’re offering two opportunities to join: ⚡️ March 11, 2025, at 11 a.m. US EDT (4 p.m. Central European Time) ⚡️ March 12, 2025, at 11:30 a.m. China Standard Time (10:30 p.m. Vietnam Time; 9:00 a.m. India Standard Time). Chinese & Vietnamese interpretation available. CONTENT: ✔️Exclusive insights from our new report ✔️ Country-specific analysis for China, India, Bangladesh, Vietnam and Indonesia ✔️ Brand, supplier, policy, & finance recommendations through 2040 Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how apparel brands and textile manufacturers can collaboratively drive meaningful change toward a low-carbon future. Learn more and register: https://lnkd.in/gC7KYqSV #SustainableTextiles #NetZero #Decarbonization #ThermalEnergy #Manufacturing #Global #Webinar

Join us in welcoming Rita, data assurance engineer, to the Aii team! Previously a consultant manager at PwC Taiwan, Rita brings deep expertise in environmental data assurance, carbon accounting, and sustainability strategy. She’s now ready to drive impact at Aii. Read her full bio at apparelimpact.org/about-us #Team #Sustainability #Data