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This edition brings you updates on the ZDHC Academy, the ZDHC Regions Event Portfolio, new ZDHC Community members, and more! |
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Roadmap to Zero Programme |
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ZDHC Academy Reboot
The ZDHC Academy is being updated. Evolving to better reflect how the Roadmap to Zero Programme works in practice.
From March, the ZDHC Academy will be updated.
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Easier to navigate and find the right learning
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Applicability-led learning, guiding users to courses that are relevant to their role and sector
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Replacing outdated courses with new courses aligned with the updated Roadmap to Zero Programme.
Not everyone in the supply chain needs the same training. The updated ZDHC Academy reflects that reality. This update is about relevance, focus, and making learning work better for the industry.
Learn more in the upcoming webinar:
New ZDHC Academy courses updates: 2 Feb, 10:30 CET
Check out the video below to hear more of an explanation from Prasad Pant.
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| Video Explainer |
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Supplier to Zero V2 Self Assessment Pilot |
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The Supplier to Zero V2 pilot engaged 50 suppliers across a range of facility types, generating strong participation and valuable feedback.
Participants welcomed the opportunity to support continuous improvement and found the self-assessment useful for identifying gaps and clarifying expectations.
Key insights highlighted the need for clearer guidance, better calibration of performance levels, and stronger alignment with existing supplier systems to support practical and scalable adoption.
We are now reviewing this feedback and revising the requirements. Followed by a 2nd consultation with Signatories and participating suppliers. |
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Dissolved Grade Pulp Focus Group |
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We are restarting the Dissolved Grade Pulp Focus Group.
Join us to revise technical requirements for wood-based dissolved pulp and to include textile waste-based pulp in the scope.
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Recycled Polyamide Focus Group |
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We are commencing a Focus Group on recycled polyamide.
Join the development of the ZDHC Recycled Polyamide Guidelines, contribute to drafting a sustainable chemical management framework and support the industry in developing scalable, responsible recycled polyamide solutions.
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Air Emissions Reporting Cut-off Date Survey |
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We would like your feedback on the reporting cut-off date for the ZDHC Air Emissions self-reporting for the 2025 calendar year (January 2025 – December 2025), in order to support 2026 planning.
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ZDHC Chemical Watchlist
Next week, ZDHC will launch the new Chemical Watchlist, a sector-specific reference for Substances of Concern that helps our Committed Community stay ahead of CSRD and other emerging regulatory and market expectations. It boosts transparency on hazardous substances across textile, apparel, leather and footwear value chains, without adding a new restriction list.
Brands, suppliers and chemical formulators can use it to spot substances of concern, sharpen materiality assessments, and prioritise risk management and substitution. It also gives auditors, platforms and policymakers a harmonised, expert-driven reference that links regulation to real-world implementation.
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Save the Date - Third ZDHC Global Women’s Breakfast! |
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After the success of two ZDHC Global Women’s Breakfast events, ZDHC will host the 3rd Global Women’s Breakfast for Women in Chemistry as a prequel to the International Day of Women and Girls in Science.
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Date: 10 February 2026
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Time: 9:30 (CET)
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Explore the Region’s Event Portfolio on the Event Platform
The region’s event portfolio is now available on the event platform.
Explore participating organisations and offerings in one place. Filters will be added soon to make navigation and overview even easier. |
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Check out the Forum Calls |
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Forum call recordings
Upcoming forum calls
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25 February: Brands and retailers - from a brand’s perspective
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25 March: Case studies - Industry inspiration
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29 April: ZDHC MRSL - Evolution, purpose & impact
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Catching Up: News & Highlights |
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New ZDHC Approved Solution Providers
We welcome two new ZDHC Signatory Approved Solution Providers to the ZDHC Community.
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What's happening in our industry? |
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Textile Exchange Materials Matter Standard
The Textile Exchange Materials Matter Standard has launched, providing a harmonised framework for assessing raw material sustainability. ZDHC supported the development of chemical management guidance for fibre production, alongside the recent launch of our rPET module, with recycler submissions expected through the remainder of Q1. |
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ZDHC Joins Circular Fashion Partnership Indonesia Project, Led by GFA
ZDHC has joined the Circular Fashion Partnership–Indonesia Project, leading work to align chemical use with recycling requirements. Through facility assessments, corrective action plans, training, and reverse-traceability product testing, ZDHC will strengthen chemical management, traceability, and MRSL-conformant practices to enable circular textile recycling. |
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IWTO Welcomes ZDHC as newest member
ZDHC has joined the International Wool Textile Organisation (IWTO), the global authority for standards in the wool textile industry, strengthening its collaboration with wool growers, processors, brands and retailers across the value chain. As IWTO advances a sustainable future for wool through research, education and knowledge sharing, ZDHC brings practical, science-based tools and its Roadmap to Zero Programme to help implement safer chemical management at scale, enhance transparency and drive better environmental outcomes for workers, communities and the environment in wool-rich supply chains. |
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Impact Report 2024! |
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& Quantis report! |
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Take a look at what we have been up to! |
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