About Orchestrate Project
Our project explores the transformative potential of circular fashion in the UK, focusing on the development, orchestration, and sustainability of circular ecosystems within the fashion industry. Anchored in rigorous research and interdisciplinary collaboration, we aim to drive positive change by understanding how diverse stakeholders – from grassroots entrepreneurs to global fashion brands – contribute to sustainable practices in the circular economy.
Our Objectives
We are dedicated to advancing sustainability in the fashion industry through:
Innovative Research: Understanding the complexities of circular ecosystems and their stakeholders.
Knowledge Sharing: Bridging academic insights and industry practices to foster actionable solutions.
Collaborative Networks: Connecting stakeholders to facilitate impactful collaborations and knowledge exchange.
What We Do
Conduct qualitative research, interviews and fieldwork, to uncover the dynamics of circular textile and fashion ecosystems in the UK.
Organize workshops and engagement sessions to foster collaboration among stakeholders, from industry leaders to local entrepreneurs.
Share findings through publications, blogs, and conferences to make research accessible to both academic and public audiences.
Highlight the importance of reuse, repair, and recycling practices in driving circular fashion innovation.
Our Approach
The project combines interdisciplinary insights and cutting-edge methodologies to investigate:
The roles of local and national actors in shaping the circular fashion landscape.
The evolution of industry-led and grassroots collaborations.
The challenges and opportunities of transitioning from linear to circular models in fashion.
Our research draws on frameworks from innovation ecosystems, circular economy principles, and sustainability studies.