WILMINGTON, Del.–(COMMERCIAL WIRE)–The LYCRA Company, a world leader in the development of innovative fiber and technology solutions for the textile and apparel industry, will join a panel discussion at the inaugural annual meeting of the Conscious Fashion and Lifestyle Network of the United Nations that will take place at the United Nations headquarters in New York City on June 2.
With its recent commercialization of COOLMAX® and THERMOLITE® fibers made from 100% textile waste, The LYCRA Company is uniquely positioned to participate in the discussion titled Responsible Consumption and Production: Designing for Our Times. Jean Hegedus, Director of Sustainability for The LYCRA Company, will share her perspective on how the company is expanding recycling solutions to help address the textile waste challenge.
The meeting will welcome members of the advisory committee of the United Nations Conscious Fashion and Lifestyle Network and registered associations of stakeholders from industry, the media, governments and entities of the the United Nations to highlight the actions, solutions and progress of the fashion and lifestyle sectors to promote the participation of the sector in the implementation. of the Sustainable Development Goals adopted by the Member States of the United Nations in 2015. The discussions will focus on tackling the climate crisis, achieving gender equality throughout the value chain and ensuring a resilient recovery after the pandemic.
“The LYCRA Company recognizes that the journey to a more sustainable future is a collective effort across the industry,” said Kerry Bannigan, Executive Director of the Fashion Impact Fund. “We are delighted that they will join our first annual meeting to discuss solutions that will accelerate the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals in the fashion and lifestyle sector.”
As the apparel industry looks to rapidly develop solutions for a circular economy, The LYCRA Company is focused on a variety of fiber and fabric innovations that reduce or divert waste, keeping materials in use and out of landfills. The company’s EcoMade family of recycled offerings includes LYCRA®, COOLMAX® and THERMOLITE® fibers made from pre- and post-consumer waste. The LYCRA Company invites the industry to keep up with LYCRA to learn about its latest sustainable innovations and advancements in circularity, while also promoting collaboration.
The inaugural annual meeting of the United Nations Conscious Fashion and Lifestyle Network is co-convened by the United Nations Office for Partnerships and the Fashion Impact Fund.
Spokesperson Biography:
Jean Hegedus is the chief sustainability officer for The LYCRA Company. Ms. Hegedus has over 35 years of experience in the textile industry, working first with The DuPont Company and then INVISTA, before moving to The LYCRA Company in 2019. Throughout her career, she has held a variety of positions. in the public sector. commercial, marketing, licensing and branding. She began working in the denim segment in 2007, bringing several important innovations to market, including LYCRA® XFIT, LYCRA® dualFX®, LYCRA® BEAUTY and LYCRA® EcoMade technologies. It was also her work within the denim segment that increased her awareness of the need for more sustainable solutions and, in July 2019, she was named chief sustainability officer of The LYCRA Company. Ms. Hegedus has a master’s degree in communications from the University of Delaware.
About LYCRA Company
The LYCRA Company innovates and produces fiber and technology solutions for the apparel and personal care industries. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, The LYCRA Company is recognized around the world for its innovative products, technical expertise, sustainable solutions, and unmatched marketing support. The LYCRA Company owns leading consumer and commercial brands: LYCRA®, LYCRA HyFit®, LYCRA® T400®, COOLMAX®, THERMOLITE®, ELASPAN®, SUPPLEX® and TACTEL®. The LYCRA Company’s legacy dates back to 1958 with the invention of the original spandex yarn, LYCRA® fiber. Today, The LYCRA Company is focused on adding value to its customers’ products by developing unique innovations designed to meet the consumer’s need for comfort and long-lasting performance. For more information, visit www.thelycracompany.com.
LYCRA® is a registered trademark of The LYCRA Company.
About the United Nations Conscious Fashion and Lifestyle Network
The Conscious Fashion and Lifestyle Network is a United Nations (UN)-hosted online platform for industry stakeholders, the media, governments and entities of the United Nations system. The network showcases and enables collaborations that accelerate the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals. The United Nations Fashion and Conscious Lifestyle Network is a joint initiative of the United Nations Office of Partnerships, the Division for Sustainable Development Goals – Department of Economic and Social Affairs of the United Nations, and the Fashion Impact Fund. Lead network entities convene regular events aligned with key meetings on the UN calendar and publish reports on the network’s achievements.
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