Cary, NC, March 11, 2024 – The Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry (INDA) has released a call for abstracts for IDEA®, which will take place in the Miami Beach Convention Center in Miami Beach, Florida, from April 29 to May 1, 2025. Thousands of nonwoven experts from every functional area along the supply chain come to IDEA. Abstract submissions must be made by Friday, June 7, 2024.
“Nonwovens for a Healthier Planet” is the subject of IDEA25, which highlights nonwoven innovations in sustainability. Through the INDA, abstracts are being accepted. website: https://www.inda.org/idea25-call-for-presentations/
Attending IDEA will be product developers, designers, engineers, technical scouts, and marketing experts who are responsible for the environmental impact of their products. Presentations will center on sustainable innovation, end-of-life solutions for nonwovens and associated industries, and ethical sourcing.
A few examples of topics for consideration are:
RESPONSIBLE SOURCING
- Natural Fibers (Cotton, Hemp, Bamboo, Banana, Wood Pulp, Regenerated Cellulose, Wool, Fur, Chitin, Feathers)
- Polymers (Biopolymers, Regenerated and Recycled polymers, Unconventional and Alternatives to Traditional Polymers)
- Sustainable Chemistries (finishes, lubricants, adhesives, and additives)
INNOVATIONS IN SUSTAINABILITY
- Process Improvements with Sustainability Impact (reduced waste, reduced energy, reduced water consumption)
- Product Design Improvements with Sustainability Impact (lightweight, designs for end-of-life, “good enough” design)
END-OF-LIFE SOLUTIONS
- End-of-Life or Next-Life Considerations (compostability, biodegradability, recycling, advanced recycling, and circularity)
- Presenting is an opportunity for technical professionals to showcase pioneering research, innovative solutions, and expert insights with technology scouts.
Abstracts must be submitted via the INDA website by June 7, 2024: https://www.inda.org/idea25-call-for-presentations/
For questions about the submission process or categories, contact Deanna Lovell, [email protected].
About INDA
INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry, serves hundreds of member companies in the nonwoven/engineered fabrics industry to achieve business growth. Since 1968, INDA has helped members convene and connect, innovate, and develop their businesses. INDA’s educational courses, business intelligence and market insights, test methods, consultancy, and issue advocacy help members succeed by providing the information they need to better plan and execute their business strategies. INDA Media is the business-to-business publishing arm of INDA and publisher of International Fiber Journal and International Filtration News, which reach a vast network of professionals who employ fibers, filaments, and filtration systems to optimize their application environments. Visit www.inda.org for more information about INDA and INDA Media.
