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At Twin Summit Consulting, we understand that #innovation is a double-edged sword. 🤺 While it drives progress, it also shortens #product lifespans. Here are some key insights: 🚀 Market Realities: 🎯95% of new products fail to make a lasting impact (Harvard Business Review). 🎯In 2023, the average lifespan of consumer smartphones📱 in the U.S. was only 2.67 years (Statista). 🎯The world generated 53.6 million metric tons of e-waste in 2019, and this is expected to rise (Global E-waste Monitor). 📉 Strategic Solutions: ⛓ Durable Design: Companies can design products with longer #lifespans using durable materials and modular components. ♻️Promote Recycling: Encourage #recycling and the reuse of products to reduce e-waste. 📖Consumer Education: Educate consumers on the #environmental impact of frequent upgrades and promote longer product use. 🧑⚖️Regulatory Measures: Governments can implement regulations to encourage sustainable manufacturing practices. 🌱 Our Commitment: At Twin Summit Consulting, we help businesses navigate these challenges with #sustainable strategies that balance innovation and longevity. By adopting these practices, industries can drive #growth while ensuring environmental sustainability. Join us in creating a sustainable future where innovation and sustainability go hand in hand! #Innovation #Sustainability #Ewaste #ProductLifecycle #TechIndustry #EnvironmentalImpact #Consulting

Our CEO, Seth Casden, believes that disruption is a necessity for true innovation. In a recent interview with Authority Magazine, Seth shares what he has learned through 20+ years of challenging what we see as conventional innovation, and how thinking outside of the box has helped Hologenix be a true partner to the brands we work with. Read the full interview here: https://lnkd.in/eVBaDf8p What role do you think disruption plays, in the textile industry and beyond? Let us know in the comments 👇

Incredible to see the launch of the Global Change Award, taking bold steps towards decarbonising the fashion industry! 🌍 This initiative is all about accelerating innovation for a net-zero fashion industry by 2050 and supporting changemakers who are passionate about creating solutions that benefit both people and the planet. What’s even more exciting is the expanded scope, as we’re now looking for a diverse range of innovators—systems thinkers, researchers, creatives, entrepreneurs, and more—who are tackling high emission areas along the textile value chain. With a global network of nominators, including industry associations, brands, universities, and previous GCA winners, it’s clear that this initiative is ready to make a real impact. Can’t wait to see the 10 winners announced in April 2025! 👏 #GlobalChangeAward #Sustainability #DecarbonisingFashion #Innovation #PeopleAndPlanet

Exciting to see so much innovation happening across industries! What are some recent innovations that have caught your attention, and how do you think they will impact their respective fields in the near future? #Innovation #FutureTrends

💥The passionate topic of #circulareconomy has just popped up in my professional life. Until now, I have discovered amazing entrepreneurs thinking first about how to resolve a problem with a positive impact on the world before developing a product. 🐞I invite you to read my contribution to understand how a project like CIRCULOOS can enable for SMEs to become circular. 🌴Share with me your idea on the subject https://lnkd.in/dn3eGKdJ #circulareconomy #SMEsgocircular

CIRCULOOS continues to highlight good practices in the manufacturing sector related to the circular economy. 🛍️ Imagine dressing your child in the same clothes as they grow up – no more frantic monthly shopping sprees. Meet Ryan Mario Yasin, an aeronautical engineer turned eco-conscious inventor. His frustration at gifting clothes that quickly became too small led to the birth of Petit Pli, a self-sustainable garment that grows with a child. 🌱 Read how innovations like Petit Pli are shaping a circular future in manufacturing: https://lnkd.in/dn3eGKdJ #CIRCULOOS #CircularEconomy #SustainableFuture #CircularStrategies

Transforming challenges into opportunities: As we navigate the ever-evolving landscape of Textile, let's not forget the power of adaptability. Embrace change, innovate boldly, and cultivate a growth mindset. Together, let's build a future where challenges are the catalysts for breakthroughs. Who's ready to join the journey? #Innovation #FutureLeaders #Adaptability #networking #textileindustry

Future of Smart Packaging 🚀 In today's fast-paced market, innovation isn't just an option—it's a necessity. One of the most transformative trends we're witnessing is the rise of smart packaging. But what exactly does this entail? #SmartPackaging #Innovation #Technology #Sustainability #FutureOfPackaging #FutureMarketInsights

A new era begins. Global Change Award is here to decarbonise fashion - aiming to accelerate innovation for a net-zero industry by 2050 and promote solutions that benefit both people and planet. Going forward, we will support a wide spread of changemakers with disruptive ideas that can help decarbonise fashion. We’re expanding our scope looking for passionate individuals - systems thinkers, researchers, creatives, entrepreneurs, innovators and more - who are addressing high emission areas along the textile value chain. To expand our reach and find new types of changemakers, we have activated a global network of nominators this year, including industry associations, brands, suppliers, universities, research institutes, non-profits, development agencies, incubators and previous GCA winners. Ten winners will be announced in April 2025. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dGpVnBzu #globalchangeaward #fashioninnovation #decarbonisingfashion

This week, we had the privilege of attending the #Techtextil2024 expo in Frankfurt, a vibrant hub showcasing global innovation across technical textiles and nonwovens. The expo brought together experts and innovators from around the world, providing a fantastic learning environment. 🌐 It was particularly heartening to see the emphasis that #Techtextil and #Texprocess place on sustainability actions as drivers for innovation. This approach not only aligns with global environmental goals but also opens up new pathways for technological advancements and market growth. 🚀 The highlight of the event for us was the rich exchange of ideas and the deep insights into sustainable practices that are increasingly shaping the industry. We witnessed widespread dedication to sustainable development, with companies from various sectors actively integrating eco-friendly solutions and aiming for net-zero emissions. 🍃 Our discussions ranged from the latest advancements in textile manufacturing to the challenges of adopting new technologies that complement environmental goals. These interactions not only broadened our understanding but also opened up new avenues for collaboration, particularly in implementing strategies that align with the growing emphasis on sustainability. 🌟 #Techtextil2024 proved to be an invaluable platform for connecting with pioneers in their field and gaining a deeper perspective on the industry's future directions. We are excited about the opportunities to work not only with our current clients and partners but also to engage with future businesses interested in sustainable innovations. 🌲 Thank you to all the dedicated leaders and innovators we met. Your inspiring efforts and the collaborative spirit of the event have energized us to further support businesses in driving impactful sustainability initiatives. Together, we are poised to make significant advances in the textile industry. 💪🌍 #Sustainability #Innovation #TextileIndustry #GreenTech #EcoFriendly #SustainableDevelopment #NetZero #GlobalInnovation #IndustryLeaders #FutureTech #TextileEngineering #EnvironmentalImpact #EcoTextiles #TechnicalTextiles #Nonwovens #TextileProcessing #CleanTech #EcoInnovation