BluWin and ZDHC to Host a Series of Events on Sustainable Chemical Management in Campinas and Blumenau
BluWin, in partnership with ZDHC, will hold a series of technical and strategic meetings in August 2025 in Campinas (SP) and Blumenau (SC), aimed at chemical formulators, brands, and professionals from the textile supply chain. The events are part of the ZDHC Roadshow, a global initiative that promotes best practices in sustainable chemistry, innovation, and regulatory compliance.
Program in Campinas and Blumenau
The ZDHC Roadshow for Formulators will take place on:
Campinas – Hotel Premium: August 18, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Blumenau – Parque Vila Germânica (Febratex Summit): August 21, from 9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
The agenda includes updates on ZDHC 2025 compliance, certification of chemical products (levels 1, 2, and 3), trends in sustainable formulations, and solutions for challenges such as PFAs, azo dyes, and bisphenols, as well as an interactive Q&A session.
The ZDHC Roadshow – Brands & Supply Chain will be held on:
Campinas – Hotel Premium: August 18, from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Blumenau – Parque Vila Germânica (Espaço Talks 2 – Febratex Summit): August 20, from 2:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Topics include the implementation of MRSL and RSL by brands and industry associations, chemical management and circularity, innovation and product certification, as well as an overview of BluWin’s regional and global services for brands, suppliers, and formulators.
Special Session at Febratex Summit 2025
As part of the Febratex Summit program, on August 19 at 4:00 p.m., in the Knowledge Arena at Parque Vila Germânica, there will be a technical session titled “Impact of Chemical Use on Aquatic Ecosystems and Water Pollution”. The session will present scientific evidence on the effects of hazardous substances on water quality and ecosystems, and outline viable pathways for the industry to transition towards safer and more sustainable chemical practices.
Confirmed Speakers
Dr. Siva Pariti – Chief Impact Officer at BluWin, a global authority on chemistry and sustainability, with over 25 years of experience and involvement in key initiatives such as ZDHC CMS, HIGG FEM, and the Fairtrade Textile Standard.
Marcelo Lobo – ZDHC Regional Manager for Latin America and the Caribbean, with more than 30 years in the textile industry and a leading role in promoting sustainable chemical management in the region.
Carlos Silva – Sustainability Consultant and Chemical Compliance Specialist (BluWin and Impulgest Brazil), with 25 years of international experience leading certification and training programs in chemical management.
