Join us in Lisbon on 4–5 November 2026 for the ZDHC Circularity Summit 2026, a first-of-its-kind event dedicated to exploring the role of chemistry in making textile circularity safe, credible and scalable.
Day 1 will focus on the technical and systemic role of chemistry in enabling safe and scalable circularity. Sessions will explore how chemical inputs, outputs, contaminants, feedstock quality, recycling technologies and data transparency influence recyclability, material recovery and circular design.
Participants will gain insights into the opportunities and limitations of mechanical and chemical recycling, the importance of chemical data as a “passport” for circular textiles, and the regulatory and practical shifts needed to build credible circular systems.
Day 2 will shift the focus from technical insight to investment, collaboration and implementation. Discussions will explore who pays for scalable circularity, how chemical risk can influence market confidence, and what is needed to make circular systems attractive, credible and investable.
The day will bring together perspectives from brands, suppliers, recyclers, policymakers, investors and peer organisations to identify the next steps needed to move circularity from pilot projects to scalable industry action.
The Circularity Summit 2026 is designed for decision-makers, technical experts and change leaders who are actively working to shape the future of circular textiles and footwear.
By joining, you will:
Gain a deeper understanding of the chemical realities behind circularity and recycling
Explore how safe chemistry can enable credible circular material flows
Connect with brands, suppliers, recyclers, innovators, investors, policymakers and peer organisations
Contribute to practical discussions on what is needed to scale circularity beyond pilots
Discover how chemical data, risk management and collaboration can support circular system design
Help shape the next phase of industry action towards safe, scalable and investable circularity
This is more than a conference. It is a focused platform for knowledge exchange, strategic alignment and cross-industry collaboration.
Registration for the ZDHC Circularity Summit 2026 is now open.
Secure your place and join us in Lisbon on 4–5 November 2026 to be part of the conversation shaping the future of safe and scalable circularity.
Early-bird tickets are available for 495€ until 15 September 2026. Special ticket options are available for ZDHC Signatories.
Registration closes on October 23rd!
If you can no longer attend the ZDHC Circularity Summit, please let us know at communications@zdhc.org.
Participants requiring a visa are responsible for securing it themselves and should ensure they complete their application on time. Contact communications@zdhc.org if support with the invitation letter is needed.
Av. Brasília, 1300-598 Lisboa, Portugal
The ZDHC Circularity Summit 2026 will take place at MAAT – Museum of Art, Architecture and Technology, an iconic cultural landmark on the banks of the Tagus River in Lisbon. With its striking architecture and focus on creativity, technology and forward-thinking ideas, MAAT offers an inspiring setting for two days of collaboration, exchange and discussions on the future of circularity.
📸 Photo credit: FG + SG - Fotografia de Arquitetura