INDA, the Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry, is proud to announce the release of the International Fiber Journal’s (IFJ) special sustainability issue dedicated to nonwovens. This special edition, which was sponsored by INDA, is a key piece of the association’s 2024 strategic sustainability initiative, launched at the beginning of 2024 in response to feedback that sustainability remains one of the nonwovens industry’s highest priorities.

The IFJ special issue features exclusive content from industry leaders, including Kimberly-Clark Corporation, Glatfelter, Lenzing Fibers, NatureWorks LLC, Hollingsworth & Vose, MANN+HUMMEL, Nexus Circular, Henkel Corporation, and INDA. This edition explores key sustainability topics, structured around three core pillars vital to the industry’s future: Responsible Sourcing, Innovations in Sustainability, and End-of-Life Solutions. Featured topics include:

• Environmentally sustainable nonwoven materials
• Circularity in single-use plastics
• Potential of post-consumer recycled (PCR) materials in nonwovens
• Navigating regulatory challenges
• Advances in bio-based nonwovens
• The role of plastics and polymers in sustainability
• And much more

“This special issue of the International Fiber Journal is a vital part of our multi-faceted sustainability initiative aimed at providing new and enhanced offerings to INDA members and the nonwovens industry. We are excited to see the industry come together to share insights on the sustainability challenges we face,” said Tony Fragnito, President of INDA.

“Our members and the broader industry are leading the charge in reducing waste and conserving natural resources. This special IFJ issue highlights innovative solutions that emphasize recycling, reuse, and reduction of nonwoven products and materials, ensuring a more sustainable future for our planet,” said Jessica Franken, INDA Sustainability Consultant.

“The special issue of the IFJ focused solely on sustainability and circularity in the nonwovens sector is a marker in time detailing current progress, potential challenges to overcome, and future aspirations of the industry,” says Caryn Smith, IFJ Chief Content Officer and Publisher. “We are pleased to collaborate with INDA on this pivotal tool designed to drive change through an exchange of views. Our coverage of this topic will continue, as innovations and trends continue to develop. This edition of IFJ is available online and will also be available in print at the INDA Booth at the IDEA Show in May 2025.”

The special sustainability issue can be accessed here: https://bit.ly/IFJIssue7

To learn more about INDA’s sustainability efforts, visit: https://www.inda.org/issues-advocacy/sustainability-resources/