Events

Past Event

Digital Innovation in Reducing Fashion Waste - A Panel Discussion

December 2, 2025
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
America/New_York
International Affairs Building, 420 W. 118 St., New York, NY 10027 Room 410

This panel discussion, cohosted by Impact Fashion and Fashion, Energy and Climate Network of Columbia Climate School, explores how digital innovation is transforming the fashion industry’s approach to waste reduction and circularity. Featuring industry experts and sustainability leaders, the event will highlight emerging technologies that help minimize material waste and extend product lifecycles.

The session will include a moderated panel conversation, followed by an interactive Q&A with the audience. 

Speakers:

- Tatee Sakr, Professor, Parsons School of Design

- Evelyn Mora, Founder, VLGE

- Nancy Rhodes, Founder and CEO, Alternew

- Sally Qiu (Moderator), Senior Research Associate, Center on Global Energy Policy; Co-director of Fashion, Energy, and Climate Network, Columbia Climate School

 

Contact Information

Sally Qiu