British Council invites you to a showcase of India UK collaborations in sustainable fashion, textiles and technology from 15 October - 9 December. Learn about new R&D developments, entrepreneurial toolkits and industry initiatives by our partners like Fashion Revolution, Fashion, Textile and Technology Institute, University of the Arts London and the United Nations at British Council, New Delhi.
Making Matters INDIA and UK is an exhibition showcasing new sustainable Craft, Fashion, Textiles and Technology collaborations from India and the UK supported by British Council. The fashion industry accounts for about 10% of global carbon emissions and generates over 92 million tons of waste annually, with 87% of textiles ending up in landfills. In the UK, around 300,000 tons of clothing are sent to landfills each year, while India contributes 8.5% of global textile waste, highlighting the urgent need for sustainable practices in both regions.
As a part of our work in the arts, British Council has initiated several collaborations between India and UK to bring a shared understanding of how indigenous craft and new technology can help build a more climate positive fashion and textile industry. It features our flagship programme- New Landscapes- a grant programme for collaborative R&D projects; a toolkit for craft entrepreneurs; an artisan residency with Arts University Plymouth and our partnerships with Circular Design Challenge and United Nations.