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## Introduction to Enviu & WCEF

The [**World Circular Economy Forum 2026**](https://wcef.global) **(WCEF2026)** brings together global leaders, businesses, policymakers, researchers and innovators to accelerate the transition to a circular economy through practical and scalable solutions. As part of the official WCEF2026 programme, **Accelerator Sessions** showcase real-world approaches, foster collaboration and inspire action across sectors and geographies.

[Enviu Textiles ](https://enviu.org/textiles/)is proud to host an official online [WCEF2026 Accelerator Session](https://wcef2026.com), **Building Inclusive Circular Textile Ecosystems**. Through its **Closing the Loop** programme, Enviu Textiles is working with entrepreneurs, waste management enterprises, manufacturers, brands and ecosystem partners to strengthen post-consumer textile ecosystems in India. This session will share practical insights from that journey while bringing together diverse perspectives on building inclusive, market-driven circular textile systems.

# What is the Accelerator Session About?

**Building Inclusive Circular Textile Ecosystems** is an interactive online session exploring what it takes to build thriving post-consumer textile ecosystems.

Rather than focusing solely on the challenge of textile waste, the session will examine the systems, partnerships, business models and innovations required to transform discarded textiles into lasting environmental, social and economic value. Drawing on practical experiences from India and perspectives from global leaders, participants will gain a deeper understanding of how circular textile ecosystems are designed, strengthened and scaled.

# What to Expect

Through keynote presentations, practitioner conversations, venture showcases and an interactive panel discussion, the session will explore the key building blocks of circular textile ecosystems.

Expect practical insights from organisations working across the textile value chain, conversations around collaboration and market creation, examples of innovative circular business models, and opportunities to engage with speakers through audience Q\&A. Whether you're looking to deepen your understanding of textile circularity or explore new partnerships, the session is designed to provide actionable ideas and meaningful dialogue.

# Panel Discussion

The session will conclude with a multi-stakeholder panel discussion featuring leaders from industry, philanthropy and the circular economy ecosystem.

Together, the panel will explore what is needed to strengthen post-consumer textile ecosystems, the role of collaboration in driving change, and the opportunities to accelerate circular textile solutions globally. Participants will also have the opportunity to ask questions and engage directly with the speakers.

# Key Note Speaker

**Smt. Vrunda Manohar Desai, IRS**

*Textile Commissioner, Ministry of Textiles, Government of India*

Smt. Vrunda Desai brings an important policy and sector-wide perspective to the conversation, drawing on her leadership at the Office of the Textile Commissioner. She will share her insights on India’s evolving textile ecosystem and the opportunities and actions needed to strengthen circularity at scale.

## **Invited speakers:**

Hear from practitioners, innovators and ecosystem builders working across the textile value chain.

**The session will bring together representatives from organisations including:**

*   Greenworms, Textile Waste Management Enterprise
*   Hasiru Dala, Textile Waste Management Enterprise
*   WeVois, Solid Waste Management Enterprise
*   Upaya Social Ventures
*   Global Alliance for Textiles Sustainability (GATS)
*   Ellen Macarthur Foundation
*   Birla Cellulose
*   Kosha.ai
*   Tooused

# Interactive Q\&A

Bring your questions, ideas and experiences to the conversation. The session will include dedicated time for audience interaction, giving participants the opportunity to engage directly with speakers, explore challenges and exchange perspectives with a global community working towards circular textiles.

# Who is This For?

Whether you're already working in circular textiles or looking to better understand the space, this session is designed for professionals driving change across the textile value chain.

This includes fashion and textile brands, manufacturers, recyclers, waste management enterprises, entrepreneurs, investors, philanthropic funders, development organisations, researchers, sustainability professionals and ecosystem builders interested in shaping the future of circular textiles.

Join us on **17 September 2026** for this official **WCEF 2026 Accelerator Session**. **The exact session timing will be confirmed by the WCEF organisers in the coming weeks.**
