OCEAN LOVERS TALKS - Stepping up - Sustainable solutions to fashions’ fail

Join Natasha Mitchell, host of ABC Radio National Big Ideas as she explores how the fashion world is evolving to become a force for good. Hear from crusaders, cutting-edge scientists, and visionary investors supporting groundbreaking innovations in sustainable fashion that include ocean-friendly fabrics and eco-conscious production methods.

SPEAKERS:

Lisa Lake - Director, Centre of Excellence in Sustainable Fashion + Textiles,
University of Technology Sydney (UTS)

Dr Lisa Lake is a pioneer in the Australian sustainable fashion movement having authored Sustainability with Style in 2012 and co-founded Clean Cut in 2014. She now leads the Centre of Excellence in Sustainable Fashion + Textiles at UTS and TAFE NSW.

Christopher Hurren, Associate Professor in Textile Research, Institute for Frontier Materials, Deakin University

Chris has expertise in protective and performance textiles and a circular approach to sustainable textiles. His knowledge extends over the entire textile processing chain.

Fashion Designer, Kit Willow

Danielle Haj-Moussa, Main Sequence

WHERE: High Tide Room, Bondi Pavilion

WHEN: 12.30pm - 1.30pm Sunday, March 23

Important note: Registration does not guarantee you a seat. Please arrive early to avoid disappointment.

Ocean Lovers Talks are a feature program of the Ocean Lovers Festival bringing you inspirational talks by leaders and luminaries, scientists, innovators, adventurers and future-proofers focused on solutions to better protect our ocean, promoting hopeful and inspiring views for the future.

The Ocean Lovers Festival is an annual celebration of Ideas, Art+Music & Actions, showcasing some of the latest innovations, science, state-of-the-art technology and cool ideas for helping the ocean. Be inspired and entertained with art, music, food, talks, stalls, workshops and more. Visit our website for more information.