The fifth edition of the annual Recycling Congress took place on 18 January 2018. TEXAID was also present at the event.

The Recycling Congress offers an up-to-date overview of relevant issues, and analyses challenges and trends related to recycling in Switzerland. The annual congress has become the established meeting point for stakeholders in the waste management and recycling industry. As well as featuring specialist presentations, it also provides a platform for personal exchange and discussion.

Martin Böschen, CEO of TEXAID, gave a presentation on sustainable textile recycling, also reporting on its ecological and economic aspects. The topics covered in his speech included the latest developments in the textile industry, the current status of textile recycling, and research projects.

Further information: http://www.swissrecycling.ch/recyclingkongress2018/